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Historically, falls are the leading cause of fatalities in construction, accounting for about one-third of all fatalities in the industry. OSHA recognizes that accidents involving falls are generally complex events frequently involving a variety of factors. Consequently, the standard for fall protection deals with both the human and equipment-related issues in protecting workers from fall hazards.
The Fall Protection standard sets requirements and criteria for fall protection in construction workplaces.
Section 1926.501 has requirements for workplaces, conditions, operations, and circumstances where fall protection must be provided. There are some exceptions:
Section 1926.502 sets the requirements for the installation, construction, and proper use of fall protection required by Part 1926, except as follows:
Section 1926.503 sets requirements for training in the installation and use of fall protection systems, except in relation to steel erection activities, and the use of equipment covered by Subpart CC.
NOTE: This Subpart does not apply to employees inspecting, investigating, or assessing workplace conditions before the actual start of work, or after all construction has been completed.