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Roof Access Fall Protection Systems

Fall hazard situations exist on all building roofs.  Some may have sufficient fall hazard protection where no special requirements must be followed. Others may require the use of fall protection systems. Follow the information provided for the access code below. If no code is available, contact EHS at 231-2341 for review.

  • Unknown: Access to this roof has not been reviewed. Please contact Facilities and/or EHS for assistance, if needed.
  • 1 - No Access: Access is not permitted on this roof until a fall protection system has been implemented and/or corrected.
    • 1A: No access permitted on this roof at this time. Contact EHS for review and recommendations, if necessary.
    • 1B: Access from aerial lift or scaffolding only. 
  • 2 - Guardrails/Parapet Wall (of sufficient height) Provided: Appropriate parapet walls and/or guardrail system is in place. Stay within the confined area.
  • 3 - Warning System Required:
    • 3A: Construction Work, a warning line system that meets OSHA requirements for construction must be implemented. See 29 CFR 1926.502(f) for more information.
    • 3B: General Industry Application (e.g. maintenance), a designated area must be established.
  • 4 - Personal Fall Arrest System Required: Only trained personnel, wearing appropriate an appropriate PFAS, attached to an approved anchor point may access this roof, or be within 6 feet of the edge of the roof. Note: Designated anchor points on campus are for personnel attachment only. Equipment must be attached to some other structure.
    • 4A: Permanent anchor points have been installed for use.
    • 4B: Mobile anchor points are available for use. Only trained personnel may use this system. Mobile anchor points must be used in accordance with manufacturer instructions at all times.
    • 4C: Temporary anchor points must be installed. Contact EHS for review and recommendations.
    • 4D: Horizontal Life Line provided.
    • 4E: Travel Restraint System provided.
  • 5 - Safety Monitor System Option: If no other means of protection are feasible and certain conditions are met, a safety monitor system may be used.