This program contains the practices and procedures required to comply with the OSHA standards addressing fall protection during work at heights (29 CFR 1926 Subpart M: Fall Protection, 29 CFR 1926 Subpart L: Scaffolds, 29 CFR 1926 Subpart X: Ladders, 29 CFR 1910 Subpart D: Walking-Working Surfaces, and 29 CFR 1910 Subpart R: Electric Power Generation, Transmission, and Distribution). Falls from elevation are a major cause of accidents and fatalities in the workplace. The installation of fall protection equipment and its proper maintenance and use, coupled with employee training on recognizing fall hazards, substantially decreases the risk of injury-causing falls from rooftops and other heights.
Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) contracted a civil engineering firm, Ryan-Biggs Associates of Troy, NY, to conduct a survey of Rensselaer roofs and to recommend fall protection options for Rensselaer buildings.
Please contact EHS for more information about our Fall Protection Program.
