According to OSHA 29 CFR 1926.501, at what height must fall protection be provided for employees working on walking/working surfaces?
Correct Answer
B) 6 feet
OSHA requires fall protection for employees working on walking/working surfaces with unprotected sides and edges that are 6 feet or more above the lower level. This is the standard trigger height for most construction activities.
Why This Is the Correct Answer
OSHA 29 CFR 1926.501(b)(1) specifically states that employees on walking/working surfaces with unprotected sides and edges which are 6 feet or more above the lower level must be protected from falling by guardrail systems, safety net systems, or personal fall arrest systems. This 6-foot trigger height is the fundamental standard that applies to most construction work activities. The regulation is clear and unambiguous about this specific height requirement, making it a critical safety standard that all contractors must know and implement.
Why the Other Options Are Wrong
Option A: 4 feet
4 feet is too low and not the OSHA standard for general construction fall protection, though it may apply in specific situations like scaffolding
Option C: 8 feet
8 feet exceeds the OSHA requirement and would leave workers unprotected in the 6-8 foot range where falls can still cause serious injury
Option D: 10 feet
10 feet is far too high and would leave workers exposed to dangerous fall hazards for 4 additional feet beyond the required protection level
Memory Technique
Think 'Six feet, safety net' - both start with 'S' to remember the 6-foot fall protection trigger height
Reference Hint
OSHA Construction Standards 29 CFR 1926 Subpart M - Fall Protection, specifically section 1926.501(b)(1)
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