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Slide 29
    TEXT VERSION OF SLIDE:

    Title: 1926.451(g) Fall protection (PFAS or guardrails)
    Type: Text Slide with Image
    Content:

    • Required at 10'
    • May be used in lieu of guardrails on some scaffolds
    • PFAS and guardrails on suspension scaffolds
    • Required for erectors and dismantlers after September 2, 1997 if feasible and no greater hazard
    • Top-rails after 1-1-2000, 38" to 45" high
    • In some cases, may use cross bracing in lieu of top-rail or mid-rail
    [Includes photo of worker on scaffold with inadequate fall protection]
     
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