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    FCX-HS02 Working at Heights Policy

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    This document outlines a working at heights policy to prevent potential fatal risks from falls and falling objects. It requires 100% fall protection whenever a fall hazard of 4 feet or more exists, such as when working on unguarded surfaces, near wall or floor openings, or from ladders. Critical controls include fall protection systems, work platforms, leading edge protection, scaffolding, barriers, overhead structure integrity, and securing devices. It provides guidance on inspections, rescue plans, risk assessments, tool securing, and temporary barrier installation when openings are created. Ladder safety protocols are also defined, such as tie-off requirements and maximum step usage. Training is mandated on fall hazards and working at heights.

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    This document outlines a working at heights policy to prevent potential fatal risks from falls and falling objects. It requires 100% fall protection whenever a fall hazard of 4 feet or more exists, such as when working on unguarded surfaces, near wall or floor openings, or from ladders. Critical controls include fall protection systems, work platforms, leading edge protection, scaffolding, barriers, overhead structure integrity, and securing devices. It provides guidance on inspections, rescue plans, risk assessments, tool securing, and temporary barrier installation when openings are created. Ladder safety protocols are also defined, such as tie-off requirements and maximum step usage. Training is mandated on fall hazards and working at heights.

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    This document outlines a working at heights policy to prevent potential fatal risks from falls and falling objects. It requires 100% fall protection whenever a fall hazard of 4 feet or more exists, such as when working on unguarded surfaces, near wall or floor openings, or from ladders. Critical controls include fall protection systems, work platforms, leading edge protection, scaffolding, barriers, overhead structure integrity, and securing devices. It provides guidance on inspections, rescue plans, risk assessments, tool securing, and temporary barrier installation when openings are created. Ladder safety protocols are also defined, such as tie-off requirements and maximum step usage. Training is mandated on fall hazards and working at heights.

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    FCX-HS02 Working at Heights Policy

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    This document outlines a working at heights policy to prevent potential fatal risks from falls and falling objects. It requires 100% fall protection whenever a fall hazard of 4 feet or more exists, such as when working on unguarded surfaces, near wall or floor openings, or from ladders. Critical controls include fall protection systems, work platforms, leading edge protection, scaffolding, barriers, overhead structure integrity, and securing devices. It provides guidance on inspections, rescue plans, risk assessments, tool securing, and temporary barrier installation when openings are created. Ladder safety protocols are also defined, such as tie-off requirements and maximum step usage. Training is mandated on fall hazards and working at heights.

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    Working at Heights Policy

    Health and Safety FCX-HS02 | Release 03/2018 | Version 1

    POTENTIAL FATAL RISKS POLICY


    Fall from Heights OVERVIEW
    Falling Objects Fall protection/prevention (personal fall arrest systems or guardrails) is
    required 100% of the time whenever persons are exposed to a fall hazard
    CRITICAL CONTROLS (including wall and floor openings) that could reasonably result in an injury,
    including:
    • Any unguarded walking/working surface either horizontal or vertical that
    • Fall Protection System is 4ft (1.2m) above a lower level. If a ladder with a cage is used for access
    • Fixed Work Platform and work is not being performed from ladder, it is exempt.
    • Mobile Work Platform • Work/Walking 4ft (1.2m) above potential hazards.
    • Leading Edge/Open Hole Protection • Work from a ladder at any height, including levels below 4ft (1.2m) if a
    • Scaffold person’s center of gravity is near the ladder rail or requires them to lean
    backwards.
    • Barriers and Segregation
    • Ensure proper equipment: shock absorbing lanyards (see diagram) or
    • Integrity of Overhead Structures retractable lanyards.
    • Securing Devices
    • Work Area Management ACTIONS TO STAY SAFE
    • Inspect fall protection equipment prior to using. Key items include:
    • Braids, webbing and stitching, fall/wear indicators
    • Condition of grommets, buckles and hardware, anchor points
    • Have rescue plan and rescue capabilities available.
    • Complete risk assessment prior to work (i.e. JSA).
    • Use fall protection systems work inside guardrails and follow
    manufacturers’ requirements for mobile work platforms.
    • Secure tools and material when working above ground level.
    • Include areas above and below work area in workplace exams and
    inspections.
    • Prior to creating openings in walls or walking/working surfaces, install
    appropriate temporary barriers.
    • Flag lower levels, install fences and toe boards as necessary to guard
    against falling objects; Reference Flagging and Barricading, FCX-19.
    • Permanently installed fall protection systems must be labeled to prevent
    being used as a lifting device.
    Ladders
    • Persons may climb a ladder that is 20ft (6.1m) or less w/o fall protection
    if ‘three points of contact’ are used.
    • Tie off or secure ladders prior to use.
    • Ladders must extend 3ft (1m) beyond the access point.
    • Never use the top two steps of stepladders.
    • Do not reach outside the plane of the ladder to prevent tipping.
    • Use 4 –to-1 principal for extension ladders.
    • Hot work from a ladder is not permitted without a variance.
    TRAINING REQUIREMENTS Fall Hazard (open hole/leading edge) Management
    • When flooring or handrails are removed for work, or openings are
    SFT_FCX1012C, Initial, Refresher, and Remedial as created in walls or walking/working surfaces reference the Working at
    necessary Heights Technical Supplement.

    This printed policy is an uncontrolled document. Visit DOHS SharePoint site for current version and/or supplements.

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