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What minimum force is specified by 29 CFR 1926.502(b)(5) for a construction guardrail midrail, without failure, at any point in an outward or downward direction?

Correct Answer

B) 150 pounds

29 CFR 1926.502(b)(5) specifies a 150-pound minimum without failure, applied at any point in any outward or downward direction. A stronger member can comply;200 pounds is not the minimum specified for this midrail provision. Source: https://www.osha.gov/laws-regs/regulations/standardnumber/1926/1926.502

Answer Options
A
50 pounds
B
150 pounds
C
200 pounds
D
No specified force; hand pressure alone

Why This Is the Correct Answer

29 CFR 1926.502(b)(5) specifies a 150-pound minimum without failure, applied at any point in any outward or downward direction. A stronger member can comply;200 pounds is not the minimum specified for this midrail provision. Source: https://www.osha.gov/laws-regs/regulations/standardnumber/1926/1926.502

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