December 15, 2012 brings new directives that require all residential builders to comply
with 29 Code of Federal Regulations 1926.501(b)(13). This date was issued as a temporary extension that was issued August 30, 2012.
Under 29 CFR 1926.501(b)(13) workers performing residential construction six (6)
feet or more above lower levels are to be protected by conventional fall
protection. Note that regulations for roofers has changed too. For roofers, the 25 foot, ground-to-eave height threshold no longer
applies, nor do slide guards as an acceptable form of fall protection,
regardless of the roof pitch or height of the roof eave.
These new directives from OSHA have been supported through various governmental web sites and local offices. Free and confidential advice is available from OSHA through their on site consultation page. Detailed regulations can be found through the United States Department of Labor. Plan, provide, and train are three simple steps to prevent falls.
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