CSLB C-46 Solar ContractorSafetyEasy
A solar installer is working on a sloped roof at a height of 15 feet. Which of the following fall protection measures is REQUIRED by OSHA for this scenario?
- AWarning line system
- BGuardrail system, safety net system, or personal fall arrest system
- CSafety monitor system
- DControlled access zone
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: B. Guardrail system, safety net system, or personal fall arrest system
OSHA mandates that fall protection be provided when working at heights of 6 feet or more above a lower level. For roofing work, the primary methods include guardrails, safety nets, or personal fall arrest systems.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. Warning line systems are typically used for low-slope roofs (up to 4 in 12) in conjunction with other systems, not as a standalone solution for sloped roofs.
- C. A safety monitor system is generally used for low-slope roofs under specific conditions, not typically for sloped roofs at this height.
- D. Controlled access zones are used in specific situations, often with leading edge work, but are not the primary general requirement for sloped roof work at this height.
OSHA Fall Protection Threshold
OSHA requires employers to provide fall protection to employees working at heights of 6 feet or more above a lower level.
- Applies to general industry and construction.
- Methods include guardrails, safety nets, and personal fall arrest systems.
- Specific rules apply for different work environments like roofing.
Memory trick: Six feet high, safety's nigh!