Subpart M (Fall Protection) 500-503
- Overview
- 29 CFR 1926 (Construction)
- Subpart M (Fall Protection) 500-503
1926.500 - Scope, Application, and Definitions Applicable to This Subpart
Defines the scope and application of fall protection requirements and provides definitions for terms used throughout the subpart on fall protection in construction.
1926.501 - Duty To Have Fall Protection
Specifies when fall protection is required, establishing a general 6-foot rule and addressing specific work situations like leading edges, roofing, and excavations.
1926.502 - Fall Protection Systems Criteria and Practices
Establishes performance criteria and practices for various fall protection systems, including guardrails, safety nets, personal fall arrest systems, and warning lines.
1926.503 - Training Requirements
Requires employers to provide fall protection training to employees who might be exposed to fall hazards, including hazard recognition and proper equipment use.
Appendix A to Subpart M - Determining Roof Widths
Provides non-mandatory guidelines for measuring roof widths to determine when conventional fall protection systems are feasible and when alternative methods can be used.
Appendix B to Subpart M of Part 1926 - Guardrail Systems
Provides non-mandatory guidelines for guardrail systems, including construction, materials, and force resistance specifications to meet the standard's requirements.
Appendix C to Subpart M of Part 1926 - Personal Fall Arrest Systems
Provides non-mandatory guidelines for personal fall arrest systems, including performance, inspection, and use criteria for components like harnesses and lanyards.
Appendix D to Subpart M of Part 1926 - Positioning Device Systems
Provides non-mandatory guidelines for positioning device systems used to allow work with both hands free on elevated vertical surfaces like walls, columns, and forms.
Appendix E to Subpart M of Part 1926 - Sample Fall Protection Plan
Provides non-mandatory sample fall protection plans for residential construction, precast concrete erection, and leading edge work where conventional systems are infeasible.