A worker using a personal fall arrest system falls 8 feet before the system activates. The total fall distance including deceleration is 12 feet. Is this system compliant with OSHA standards?
Correct Answer
B) No, free fall distance exceeds 6 feet maximum
OSHA 29 CFR 1926.502 limits free fall distance to 6 feet maximum. An 8-foot free fall exceeds this requirement, indicating improper system setup or component failure.
Why This Is the Correct Answer
OSHA 29 CFR 1926.502 limits free fall distance to 6 feet maximum. An 8-foot free fall exceeds this requirement, indicating improper system setup or component failure.
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