FALL PROTECTION PROCEDURE

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FALL PROTECTION PROCEDURE1. PURPOSE1.1 This procedure provides guidance to University employees that work atheights. Conformance to this Procedure aids the University inpreventing falls by avoiding work at heights where possible; using fallprotection equipment or other controls; and minimizing theconsequences if a fall should occur. Although work at heights may becovered by other regulations or procedures such as ladders, scaffoldsor other elevated work platforms, this procedure applies to all workperformed above four feet.2. SCOPE2.1 This procedure applies to all faculty, staff, student workers, andcontractors who may perform elevated work at the University ofNotre Dame.2.1.1 Specific guidance on the use of mobile elevated workingplatforms can be found in the University’s AerialPlatform and Scissor Lift Procedure.2.1.2 Specific guidance on the use of ladders and scaffoldingcan be found in the University’s Ladder and ScaffoldingProcedure.3. DEFINITIONS3.1Authorized Person - A person authorized by the organization to performwork at height. May be a faculty, staff, student worker, contractor, or subcontractor.3.2Body belt (safety belt) - A strap with means both for securing it about thewaist and for attaching it to a lanyard, lifeline, or deceleration device.3.3Competent Person - A person who is capable of identifying existing andpredictable hazards in the surroundings or working conditions associatedwith the work at height which are hazardous, or dangerous to employeesand who has authorization to take prompt corrective measures to solvework at height problems. (for example – supervisor or team leader ofauthorized person)3.4Construction Related Activities - Activities that involve building, erectingnew structures or processes, relocation of equipment or processes,installation of new processes, etc. This does not include typicalmaintenance activities such as painting, changing of light bulbs or relatedfixtures, electrical work, preventive maintenance activities, etc.Approval Date: October 2017Review Date:Page 1 of 24Fall Protection Safe013Owner: RMS/Director

ation Device - Any mechanism such as a rope grab, rip-stitchlanyard, tearing lanyard, deforming lanyard, or automatic self-retractinglifeline/lanyard that serves to dissipate a substantial amount of energyduring a fall arrest.Double Lanyard - Two independent lanyards, each with its own individualshock absorbing device.Fall Prevention - Fall prevention is any means used to reasonablyprevent employee exposure to fall hazards, either by eliminating work atelevation, using aerial lifts, scaffolds, work platforms with guardrails, orsimilar protection.Fall Protection - Fall protection involves using personal fall arrestequipment to prevent the completion of a fall and to reduce the possibilityof resulting injuries.Full Body Harness - An engineered design of straps which are securedabout the employee in a manner that will distribute the fall arrest forcesover the thighs, pelvis, waist, chest and shoulders with means of attachingit to other components of a personal fall arrest system.Leading Edge - The edge of a floor or roof.Mobile Elevated Work Platforms - Vehicle mounted aerial devices,elevating rolling work platform, boom- type elevating work platform, or selfpropelled elevating work platform.Personal Fall Arrest System - An approved system used to arrest anemployee in a fall from a working level. It consists of an anchor point,anchorage devices, connectors, full body harness, and may include alanyard, deceleration device, lifeline, or suitable combinations of these.Personal Fall Restraint System - System that prevents a worker fromreaching an unprotected leading edge on a horizontal surface, such as aroof. May include guard rails, cable systems, and fixed anchor points.Positioning Device System (Horizontal) - A restraining devicepositioned in such a way that a person is able to work at the edge walking/ working surface but cannot physically fall over the edge. PositioningDevice Systems cannot be used for fall arrest.Positioning Device System (Vertical) - A body harness system rigged toallow a person to work on a horizontal surface while wearing a harnesssecured to a lanyard no longer than twenty-four inches, on a verticalsurface such as a wall or fixed ladder. The positioning device systemallows a person to work with both hands free while leaning. PositioningDevice Systems cannot be used for fall arrest.Qualified Person - A person who, by extensive knowledge, training andexperience, has successfully demonstrated to the organization or theorganization’s designee the ability to resolve problems relating to work atheight or the project. (for example - an engineer or fall protectionconsultant).Approval Date: October 2017Review Date:Page 2 of 24Fall Protection Safe013Owner: RMS/Director

3.173.183.193.203.213.223.233.24Rope Grab - An approved deceleration device that travels on a lifelineand automatically, by friction, engages the lifeline and locks so as to arrestthe fall of an employee.Shock Absorbing Lanyard - A flexible line of rope, wire rope, or strapwhich generally has a connector at each end for connecting the bodyharness to a lifeline or anchor point and has deceleration capabilities aspart of the entire unit (i.e., rip-stitching, tearing or deforming lanyards).Self-Retracting Lifeline/Lanyard - A deceleration device containing adrum-wound line that can be slowly extracted from, or retracted onto, thedrum under slight tension during normal employee movement, and which,after onset of a fall, automatically locks the drum and arrests the fall.Snaphook - All snaphooks used are to be of the locking type with a selfclosing, self- locking keeper that remains closed and locked until unlockedand pressed open for connection or disconnection.Unprotected Sides and Edges - Any side or edge (except at entrancesto points of access) of an elevated walking/working surface, e.g., floor,roof, ramp or runway where there is no wall or guardrail system at least 42inches (105 cm) high.Warning Line System - A visual or physical warning on a roof 15 feet or 5meters from the edge to warn employees that they are approaching anunprotected opening (including skylights), roof side or edge, and whichdesignates an area in where roofing work may take place without the useof guardrails, fall arrest, or safety net systems to protect employees in thearea.Work At Heights - Work performed at a height equal to or greater than 4feet (1.2 meters).“Y” Lanyard - Two lanyards sharing a common shock-absorbing device.4. RESPONSIBILITIES4.1 Department Manager/Supervisor – Responsible for ensuringemployees under their direct control adhere to this procedure andcontractors brought in under their authority are aware and arecontractually required to adhere to this procedure. Identifies the tasksthat require fall protection.4.2 Competent Person – Conducts the risk assessment for fall hazards.Shall be knowledgeable on applicable fall protection regulations andrequirements. Selects appropriate fall protection equipment forspecific tasks.4.3 Authorized Person – Responsible for adhering to all requirements in thefall protection program. Responsible to cease work and take appropriateaction to include communicating to the appropriate management levelwhen new or previously unknown hazards are identified.Approval Date: October 2017Review Date:Page 3 of 24Fall Protection Safe013Owner: RMS/Director

4.44.5The Risk Management & Safety Department shall:4.4.1 Develop and maintain the fall protection program and provideguidance to departments and individuals.4.4.2 Coordinate necessary training, which primarily consist of elevatedplatform safety, scaffolding safety, ladder safety and personal fallarrest system safety for authorized persons.4.4.3 Serve the role of technical support and consultation to interpretrequirements and establish safe practices.Departments with personnel exposed to fall hazards4.5.1 Identify competent and authorized persons within their department.4.5.2 Contact Risk Management & Safety for technical support whenquestions arise regarding compliance and safe procedures.4.5.3 Provide proper safety equipment to their affected employees andensure personnel using have been properly trained prior to use.5. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS OF FALL PROTECTION5.1 All work above 4 feet (1.2 meters) shall follow this procedure orprovide adequate fixed guarding systems (i.e. guardrails). Allindividuals within 15 feet of an edge shall be protected from falling bya guardrail or fall arrest system.5.2 Warning systems shall be in place on a roof 15 feet or 5 meters fromthe edge to warn authorized persons that they are approaching anunprotected opening (including skylights), roof side or edge, and whichdesignates an area where roofing work may take place without the useof guardrails, fall arrest, or safety net systems to protect employees inthe area.5.3 If authorized persons must work at heights, a competent person shalldetermine the type of fall protection required.5.4 Fall protection equipment shall be used in accordance with themanufacturer’s instructions. This includes weight and sizelimitations, and shall not be altered in any way without themanufacturer’s written authorization.5.5 Anchor points shall be capable of supporting at least 5000 pounds peremployee attached. Guardrails are not considered an acceptablefixed anchor.5.6 Risk Mitigation5.6.1 Where the risk of a fall from work at height is identified,departments shall use the following hierarchy of controls toeither eliminate the hazard or reduce the risk of a fall.Approval Date: October 2017Review Date:Page 4 of 24Fall Protection Safe013Owner: RMS/Director

5.6.1.1 EliminationEliminate the risk of a fall, e.g. relocate the work to asafe working height, to the ground or existing solidconstruction with guardrail/walls, etc.5.6.1.2 Passive Fall ProtectionIf it is not reasonably practical to eliminate the risk of a fall,reduce the risk by the use of passive fall protectionequipment e.g. guard-railing, scissor lifts, elevated workplatforms, scaffolds, etc. Work from any mobile, elevatedwork structure shall require the additional use of a PersonalFall Arrest System.5.6.1.3 Work Positioning SystemIf it is not reasonably practical to eliminate the risk or usepassive fall protection, use work positioning systems tophysically prevent a fall from occurring.5.6.1.4 Personal Fall Arrest SystemIf it is not reasonably practical to use the above options,the use of Personal Fall Arrest Systems to arrest a fallafter it occurs shall be used. Body belts are not permittedfor use as part of a Personal Fall Arrest System. When personnel are required to use personal fallarrest systems, a rescue strategy shall bedeveloped by the Fall Protection Competent Person.The hierarchy of fall protection rescue includes selfrescue by the worker who has fallen, assistedrescue by co-workers, and, if all else fails, calling inprofessional rescuers. The following considerations shall be part of a rescueprocedure: Instruct personnel working at heights that if a falloccurs, immediately contact 631-5555 from a cellphone or 911 from a campus phone to summonNotre Dame Fire Department (NDFD).5.6.1.5 Administrative ControlsIf none of the above measures are reasonably practical,or the risk of a fall still remains, the risk shall be reducedby the use of documented administrative controls thatspecify the procedures to be used to mitigate the risk,Approval Date: October 2017Review Date:Page 5 of 24Fall Protection Safe013Owner: RMS/Director

such as Warning Line System, Fall Protection Plan, JobSafety Analysis, etc.NOTE: The selection and use of a WorkPositioning System, Personal Fall Arrest System,or Administrative Controls shall be approved bythe supervisor in consultation with a CompetentPerson. Contact Risk Management and Safety asneeded.6. ROOF ACCESS REQUIREMENTS6.1 Purpose6.1.1 A variety of University and contract personnel are frequentlyrequired to access roofs to conduct inspections, performmaintenance, install equipment, make repairs, etc. The purposeof the roof access requirements is to prevent falls and roofaccess related injuries. Special precautions shall be takenwhen working on building roofs.6.2 Roof Access Signs & Restricted Access6.2.1 All fixed roof access ways (e.g. fixed stairways, ladders,elevators) shall be posted with a signage stating the followinginformation or equivalent:“NOTICE”ENTRANCE TO THE ROOF IS RESTRICTED TOAUTHORIZED PERSONNEL ONLYPRIOR TO ACCESSING THIS ROOF, YOU MUSTREVIEW THEN SIGN & DATE THE POSTED HAZARD ASSESSMENT,If there is NOT a Hazard Assessment posted – DO NOT ACCESS the ROOF!Contact FD&O Maintenance (631-7701) or Risk Management & Safety (631-5037)If you have Questions6.3Prior to accessing any roof, the following shall be completed:Approval Date: October 2017Review Date:Page 6 of 24Fall Protection Safe013Owner: RMS/Director

6.3.16.3.26.3.3Personnel shall complete authorized training.A competent person shall complete the Fall Protection HazardAssessment and post it on all roof access points. See Appendix Cfor the Fall Hazard AssessmentPersonnel accessing the roof shall review the roof’s specific accessrequirements. At a minimum, this shall include the Fall ProtectionHazard Assessment but may include other documents such asstandard operating procedures. Personnel shall acknowledgeunderstanding by signing the acknowledgement sheet.7. EQUIPMENT7.1 In order to ensure compatibility of systems and equipment, all University fallprotection equipment shall be purchased from a singular, approved vendor(See Appendix B).8. MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTION8.1 Personal Fall Arrest Systems8.1.1 Personal Fall Arrest Systems and associated devices/equipmentshall be visually inspected prior to each use, and periodically perthe manufacturer’s specifications for excessive wear, damageand other signs of deterioration. Periodic inspections of fallarrest systems shall be documented using Appendix A.8.1.2 Defective or out of date equipment shall be immediatelyremoved from service, tagged and promptly destroyed.8.1.2.1 Personal Fall Arrest Systems that are involved in a fallarrest incident shall be taken out of service immediatelyand permanently. Retractable lifelines shall be sentback to the manufacturer for repair and re- certificationor destroyed. Notify Risk Management and safety of afall utilizing fall protection equipment.8.1.2.2 Harnesses, lanyards, and retractable devices shallhave a legible tag or data plate attached to the deviceor it shall be taken out of service.8.1.2.3 Fall protection equipment shall be replaced asrequired per the manufacturer’s instructions.9. QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING9.1 Authorized Persons performing work at height shall be trained in sitespecific fall protection procedures and any task specific proceduresthat are established prior to performing any work at height.9.2 Authorized Persons shall demonstrate an understanding of theApproval Date: October 2017Review Date:Page 7 of 24Fall Protection Safe013Owner: RMS/Director

9.39.49.5training and use of the equipment including elevated workplatforms. This shall be accomplished through a documented examand/or documented practical demonstration.Refresher training shall be provided when:9.3.1 Changes in the workplace render previous training obsolete9.3.2 Changes in the types of fall protection equipment or aerial lifts tobe used render previous training obsolete9.3.3 Workplace observations indicate that employeeshave not retained an understanding of the skillsacquired through their initial training9.3.4 Changes are made to the fall protection program, or9.3.5 Competent personnel identify the need for additional trainingAt a minimum, refresher training shall be completed every 3 years.Personnel who maintain and inspect personal fall arrest systems shallreceive formal training on how to properly maintain and inspect thesesystems. The training shall be conducted by a qualified person orcompetent person.10. RECORDS10.1 Records shall be retained for either three years or the applicablenational regulatory requirements, whichever is greater. This includesthe following:10.1.1 All training documentation10.1.2 All Audit and Program Review Documentation10.1.3 Pre-Shift Aerial and Scissor Lift Inspection Form10.1.4 Fall Hazard Assessments10.1.5 Work Practice Procedures11. AUDIT AND PROGRAM REVIEW11.1 A documented annual evaluation shall be conducted of the FallProtection Procedure by Risk Management and Safety.11.2 The annual evaluation shall include a thorough review of the following:11.2.1 The University’s Fall Protection Procedure to determine if it iscomplete and up to date.11.2.2 Equipment inspection checklists to evaluate thoroughness andcompleteness of the inspections.11.2.3 Training records to determine if all required training wasappropriately conducted and attended.Approval Date: October 2017Review Date:Page 8 of 24Fall Protection Safe013Owner: RMS/Director

11.2.4 The availability of all the records required to be maintained by thisprocedure.11.3 The results of the evaluation shall be communicated to allappropriate levels of management. All actions that arenecessary to improve the process shall be documented andcompleted.REVISION TABLEHistoryNewly created procedureApproval Date: October 2017Review Date:Effective DateOctober 2017Page 9 of 24Fall Protection Safe013Owner: RMS/Director

Appendix AInspection and Maintenance ChecklistsFor Fall Arrest ComponentsWarnings: Always read and follow the instructions and warnings contained onthe product and packaging before using any fall protection equipment and do notexceed time in use limitations.Inspection: All fall protection equipment shall be inspected prior to each use.Training: All workers shall be trained by a Competent Person in the proper useof fall protection/arrest equipment.System: Only components that are fully compatible with one another shall be used.What to do after a fall? After a fall occurs, all components of the fall arrestsystem shall be tagged & removed from service. Contact Risk Managementand Safety at 631-5037.Harness Inspection1. Webbing—Grasp the webbing with your hands 6 inches to 8 inches (18cm) apart. Bend the webbing in an inverted "U". The surface tensionresulting makes damaged fibers or cuts easier to detect. Follow thisprocedure for the entire length of the webbing, inspecting both sides ofeach strap. Look for frayed edges, broken fibers, pulled stitches, cuts,burns, and chemical damage.2. D-Rings—Check D-rings for distortion, cracks, breaks, and rough orsharp edges. The D- ring should pivot freely.3. Attachment of Buckles—Inspect for any unusual wear, frayed or cutfibers, or broken stitching of the buckle or D-ring attachments.4. Tongue/Grommets — The tongue receives heavy wear fromrepeated buckling and unbuckling. Inspect for loose, distorted orbroken grommets. Webbing should not have additional holespunched.5. Tongue Buckles—Buckle tongues should be free of distortion inshape and motion. They should overlap the buckle frame and movefreely back and forth in their socket. Roller should turn freely on theframe. Check for distortion or sharp edges.Approval Date: October 2017Review Date:Page 10 of 24Fall Protection Safe013Owner: RMS/Director

6. Friction and Mating Buckles — Inspect the buckle for distortion. Theouter bars and center bars shall be straight. Pay special attention tocorners and attachment point at the center bar.Lanyard InspectionWhen inspecting lanyards, begin at one end and work to the opposite end,slowly rotating the lanyard so that the entire circumference is checked.1. Hardware:a) Snaps: Inspect closely for hook and eye distortions, cracks, corrosion, orpitted surfaces. The keeper (latch) should seat into the nose withoutbinding and should not be distorted or obstructed. The keeper springshould exert sufficient force to firmly close the keeper. Keeper locksshall prevent the keeper from opening when the keeper closes.b) Thimbles: The thimble shall be firmly seated in the eye of thesplice, and the splice should have no loose or cut strands. Theedges of the thimble shall be free of sharp edges, distortion, orcracks.Steel Lanyard—While rotating the steel lanyard, watch for cuts, frayedareas, or unusual wearing patterns on the wire. Broken strands will separatefrom the body of the lanyard.Web Lanyard—While bending webbing over a pipe, observe each sideof the webbed lanyard. This will reveal any cuts or breaks. Swelling,discoloration, cracks and charring are obvious signs of chemical or heatdamage. Observe closely for any breaks in stitching.Rope Lanyard—Rotation of the rope lanyard while inspecting from endto-end for any fuzzy, worn, broken or cut fibers. Weakened areas from extremeloads will appear as a noticeable change in original diameter. The ropediameter should be uniform throughout, following a short break-in period.Shock Absorber Pack—The outer portion of the pack should beexamined for burn holes and tears. Stitching on areas where the pack is sewnto D-rings. Belts or lanyards should be examined for loose strands, rips, anddeterioration.Shock-Absorbing Lanyard—Shock-absorbing lanyards should beApproval Date: October 2017Review Date:Page 11 of 24Fall Protection Safe013Owner: RMS/Director

examined as a web lanyard (described in Item 3 above). However, also look forthe warning flag or signs of deployment. If the flag has been activated, removethis shock-absorbing lanyard from service.NOTE: All items that are found to be defective shall be tagged as“DEFECTIVE” and removed from service. A life may depend on it.Some items may be able to be sent to the manufacturer repaired,refurbished and re-certified for use and returned to service.CleaningBasic care of all safety equipment will prolong the durable life of the unit andwill contribute toward the performance of its vital safety function. Properstorage and maintenance after use are as important as cleaning theequipment of dirt, corrosives, or contaminants. Storage areas should beclean, dry and free of exposure to fumes or corrosive elements.Nylon or Polyester—Remove all surface dirt with a sponge dampened in plainwater. Squeeze the sponge dry. Dip the sponge in a mild solution of water andcommercial soap or detergent. Work up lather with a vigorous back and forthmotion; then wipe with a clean cloth. Hang freely to dry, but away fromexcessive heat.Drying—Equipment should dry thoroughly without close exposure to heat,steam, or long periods of sunlight.Approval Date: October 2017Review Date:Page 12 of 24Fall Protection Safe013Owner: RMS/Director

FULL BODY HARNESSInspection Checklist / LogHarnessModelSerialNumberPurchaseDateManufacture DateLot NumberGENERAL FACTORSHardware:includes D-rings, buckles, keepers, & back padsINSPECT FORDamage,distortion, sharpedges, burrs,cracks, corrosion,proper operationof working partsCuts, burns,tears, abrasion,frays, lled or cutstitchesLabels:All labels securelyheld in place andfully legibleOverallDispositionACCEPTEDINSPECTED BYREJECTEDDATE INSPECTEDApproval Date: October 2017Review Date:Page 13 of 24STATUSSUPPORTING ectedAcceptedRejectedFall Protection Safe013Owner: RMS/Director

LANYARDSInspection Checklist / LogLanyard ModelManufacture DateSerial NumberLot NumberPurchase DateGENERAL FACTORSHardware:includes snap hooks, carabiners,adjusters, keepers, thimbles, & Drings,INSPECT FORDamage, distortion,sharp edges, burrs,cracks, corrosion &proper operationSTATUSCuts, burns, tears,abrasion, frays,excessive soiling,discolorationWebbing:Stitching:Pulled or cut jectedPulled or cutyarns, burns,abrasions,knots, excessivesoiling, discolorationAcceptedWire Rope:Broken wires,corrosion, kinks,separation of strandsAcceptedEnergy Absorbing Component:Elongation, tears,excessive soilingLabels:All labels securelyheld in place and fullylegibleSynthetic Rope:OverallDispositionACCEPTEDREJECTEDApproval Date: October 2017Review Date:INSPECTED BYDATEINSPECTEDPage 14 of 24SUPPORTING ectedFall Protection Safe013Owner: RMS/Director

HOOKS / CARABINERSInspection Checklist / LogHook / CarabinerModelManufacture DateSerial NumberLot NumberPurchase DateGENERAL FACTORSSTATUSCracks, sharp edges, burrs,deformities & lockingoperationPhysical Damage:Excessive Corrosion:Markings:INSPECT FORCorrosion which effects theoperation and/or strengthMark sure all markings arelegibleSUPPORTING ECTEDApproval Date: October 2017Review Date:INSPECTED BYDATEINSPECTEDPage 15 of 24Fall Protection Safe013Owner: RMS/Director

TIE-OFF ADAPTOR / ROPE GRABInspection Checklist / LogAdaptor / GrabModelManufacture DateSerial NumberLot NumberPurchase DateGENERAL FACTORSHardware:includes D-ringsWebbing:INSPECT FORDamage, distortion, sharpedges, burrs, cracks &corrosionAcceptedCuts, burns, tears,abrasion, frays, excessivesoiling, discolorationAcceptedPulled or cut stitchesLabels:All labels securely held inplace and fully legibleACCEPTEDREJECTEDApproval Date: October 2017Review Date:SUPPORTING DATEINSPECTEDPage 16 of 24Fall Protection Safe013Owner: RMS/Director

SELF-RETRACTING LIFELINESInspection Checklist / LogSRL ModelManufacture DateSerial NumberLot NumberOwner Dept.Purchase DateGENERAL FACTORSImpact Indicator:INSPECT FORActivation (rupture ofstitching, elongatedindicator, etc)STATUSAcceptedRejectedDamage & make certain allscrews & fasteners are tightAcceptedHousing:Distortion, cracks & otherdamage. Inspect anchoringloop for distortion &damage.AcceptedLifeline:Cuts, burns, tears,abrasion, frays, excessivesoiling & discoloration,broken wiresAcceptedLocking Action:Proper lock-up of brakemechanismAcceptedRetraction/ Extension:Inspect spring tension bypulling lifeline out fully &allowing it to retract fully (noslack)AcceptedHooks / Carabiners:Physical damage,corrosion, proper operation& markingsAcceptedReserve Lifeline:Inspect reserve lifelineretention systems fordeploymentAcceptedLabels:All labels securely held inplace and fully legibleAcceptedScrews / Fasteners:Approval Date: October 2017Review Date:Page 17 of 24SUPPORTING ectedRejectedRejectedFall Protection Safe013Owner: RMS/Director

OverallDispositionACCEPTEDREJECTEDApproval Date: October 2017Review Date:INSPECTEDBYDATEINSPECTEDPage 18 of 24Fall Protection Safe013Owner: RMS/Director

Appendix BApproved Fall Protection EquipmentIn order to ensure system compatibility throughout campus, the University willstandardize the types of fall protection equipment used. A list pre-selected, generalpurpose fall protection items is located here. This list encompasses the most frequentlyneeded items. If you have questions about the listed equipment or need items not listed,please contact your department competent person or our Airgas representative directly.Large Orders & Unique Applications: A site visit is recommended before placinglarge orders or in developing solutions for custom applications. To schedule a site visit,please contact our local Airgas representative, Matt Smith at: Phone: (574) 520-8372 Email: matthew.t.smith@airgas.comRoutine Orders & General Applications: To order general purpose equipment fromthe pre-selected list, please use the following process: Consult the list of pre-selected fall protection equipment to identify items by partnumber Go to the buyND website and select items/insert part number from the catalog Submit your order through Airgas (order will be processed according to yourdepartment’s procedure)*** Notes:1. Once equipment is received, your department competent person must add it tothe department inventory using the Fall Protection Equipment Form.2. Departments may continue to use fall protection equipment and systems theycurrently have providing that these items have not reached a wear-out date andpass a competent person inspection.Approval Date: October 2017Review Date:Page 19 of 24Fall Protection Safe013Owner: RMS/Director

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Appendix CFall Hazard AssessmentFALL HAZARD ASSESSMENTPART I: GENERAL INFORMATIONBuilding Name:Reason for accessingarea?SpecificLocation/Equipment:(e.g. air handler #1; 2nd floor northhatch)Reason (check box)InspectionMaintenanceRepairTesting* Assessment to be performed by competentpersonEquipment & Distance to Edge (circle one)Air Handling UnitRooftopChiller TowerVentsDrainsOtherHeaterPART II: HAZARD IDENTIFICATION1. What is the method ofaccess?Date:* Person PerformingAssessment:StairsFixed LadderPortable LadderShip’s LadderOtherAll “Yes” answers must be addressed in Part IIIYES2. Is access point within 15’ of an unprotected edge?NO3. Could the employee approach within 15’ of an unprotected edge?4. Does the task expose workers to a fall of 4 or more feet?5. Exacerbating FactorsLow LightSlippery SurfacesSloping SurfacesOtherTrip HazardsProtruding ObjectsUnstable Surfaces/FootingExposure to High WindsFloor OpeningsSkylightsPART III: HEIRARCHY OF CONTROLS (from most to least preferred)YESNOCOMMENT / DESCRIPTIONELIMINATION:Can the work be relocated to a non-fall hazardarea?PASSIVE MEASURES:Can engineering controls be put in place?(guardrails/parapet – must be 42” /- 3”,scaffolding with guardrails)FALL RESTRAINT SYSTEMS:Can positioning systems be used to restrictrange of movement to prevent fall?* Training requiredApproval Date: October 2017Review Date:Page 22 of 24Fall

passive fall protection, use work positioning systems to physically prevent a fall from occurring. 5.6.1.4 Personal Fall Arrest System If it is not reasonably practical to use the above options, the use of Personal Fall Arrest Systems to arrest a fall af

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