SWP Work at Height CBT

GOMBU
MSW Procedure 2
Safe Work Practices

Work at Heights
(Fall Hazard Management) 2010 CBT

Craig Berkenmeier Sub-Process Advisor

Keith Triche MSW Process Advisor
Tom McGuire Management Sponsor

2012 Chevron U.S.A. Inc.
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Working at Heights
Objective of the Working at Heights Standard
The primary objective of the Working at Heights Standard is to
prevent incidents and injuries caused by falling through floor and
deck openings and by falling while working at elevations greater
than 6 feet
OE Manual information has been merged with the Global
Upstream Process. For GOM Specific requirements, refer to the
blue language which may not be applicable in other parts of
Global Upstream
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Required Documentation
Working at Heights is considered to be a high risk activity and
requires that a Permit to Work be completed prior to climbing
Additionally, a J SA, Rescue Plan and the Fall Protection Checklist
must accompany all PTW forms
Workers must verify that all equipment to be used has a
documented inspection by a Competent Person within the past year
Record of equipment inspection for Chevron equipment shall be
documented (annually) in SMART Plus
Actual Chevron inspection forms must be archived electronically
Notifications will be sent from SMART Plus to Field Hub locations for
validation

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What is Working at Heights?
Work at Heights is work performed when your feet are 6 feet or
above where there is a potential for a person to sustain injury
by falling from one surface to another surface that is not at the
same level.
When work is performed at elevations of 6 feet or more or near the edge
of an unprotected work stand or platform where you may fall 6 feet or more
When working on the Boat Landing and or Plus 10 if not enclosed by
handrails (fall restraint is recommended)
When work is performed where there is a potential for a person to
sustain injury by falling from one surface to another surface that is not at
the same level.
Every effort should be taken to exhaust all work-at-grade alternatives
before beginning work at height.

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Hazard Prevention
The hazard analysis shall identify control measures that reduce the
potential for injury to personnel working at height. These control
measures fall into two broad categories:
Fall prevention- (1
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Choice) Fall prevention shall be used in place of fall
protection to minimize the risk to personnel from falling during work at
height when possible.
Fall protection- When fall prevention is not available fall protection / PPE
shall be used.
Where feasible, eliminate the need for elevated work through design or
facility modifications through the installation of permanent platforms with
prevention in the form of; handrails, toe boards, drop bars, etc.
The Safety in Designs Manual (3.80MB) provides guidelines for safe
facility design and cost-effective recommendations for meeting the
guidelines.

Working at Heights Hierarchy of Controls
Elimination through design, examples include:
Installing protective systems such as handrails, guard rails and toeboards
Relocating a PSV or PSV testing line to ground level
Passive Fall Protection (Isolating the hazard)
Provide open hole protection, or guardrails
Fall Restraint
Securing workers to anchorage short enough to prevent worker from falling
Fall arrest equipment
A system designed to stop a worker once a fall has occurred
Administrative Controls
Procedures and practices that minimize the likelihood of personnel falls
G.A.T.O.R. / Behavioral Safety / Stop Work Authority
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Assessing and Managing Hazards
Work at Heights must be managed in accordance with the GOM
Managing Safe Work Process. A hazard analysis must be conducted
regardless of whether fall protection already exists.
Hazards associated with working at height shall be identified and
mitigated prior to beginning work. The analysis must include, but is not
limited to the:
Likelihood of falling. If a fall is likely, then a means to prevent a fall must be put in
place. If fall prevention is not possible, adequate fall protection must be provided.
Risk of injury to a person if a person falls.
Risk of falling objects to workers below.
Chevron and Contractor Requirements
The Working at Heights Standard applies to both Chevron and
contract personnel conducting work on Chevron facilities including
all OCS, State and land based locations.
This plan does not apply on drilling rig floors and derricks.
Drilling contractors shall employ adequate procedures that are
designed to protect their personnel against falls.
For vessels crews on MODUs, liftboats, and other self-propelled
boats, contractors shall employ adequate safety procedures that
are designed to guard against falls.
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Working at Heights GOM Training Requirements
Required Training for Chevron personnel
Awareness Training for all O&M employees to be provided during the
HES Super Sessions.
One-Day Fall Protection Class (typically 8 hours) for employees who use
fall protection equipment which includes hands-on use and
demonstration of competency.
Other levels of required training are:
Two-Day Competent Person (Level 3)
Rescue Training (Level 4)
The number of personnel required to meet levels (3) and (4) of training
may vary by field. However, in order for climbing activities to occur the
following conditions must be met:

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Working at Heights GOM Training Requirements
Required Training for Chevron personnel (Continued)
Operations personnel are required to have a Competent Person
survey the work area prior to beginning work
For Operations personnel, in lieu of a Competent Person reviewing
the work site each time, written climbing procedures developed by a
Competent Person must be in place and followed (i.e. for checking
PSVs, routine tasks)
For Operations personnel there must be at least 1 person who has
completed rescue training on site while climbing activities are in
progress.
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Working at Heights Contractor Training
Requirements
Contractor Training Requirements
Contractors may use the training provider of their choice. Guidelines
for that training are as follows:
One-Day Fall Protection Class (typically 8 hours) for employees who
use fall protection equipment. Training must include hands on use
and demonstration of competency
Competent Person Training for at least 1 person per crew who must
be on the job site. Competent Person training typically requires a
minimum of two days with classroom and extensive hands on
components.
Rescue Training for at least 1 person per crew who must be on site.
Note: A single person may fulfill dual roles i.e. Competent Person & Rescue Training.
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Example of a
Personal Fall Arrest System
(PFAS)
Anchorage
Anchorage
Connector
Full Body
Harness
Shock Absorbing
Lanyard
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Other Common Equipment for Fall Arrest Systems
Shock Absorbing
Lanyard
Self Retracting
Lifelines
Rope & Cable
Grabs
Carabineers
Full Body
Harness
Cross-Arm
Strap
Recommended Fall Protection Equipment
The harness should be of the full body type with a D ring
centered in the back (dorsal) of the harness and a fall arrest
system rated for no less than 310 pounds.
In order to minimize the likelihood of Roll Out, size
recommendations for D-rings is 3 OD and 2 ID
Rope and straps shall be made from synthetic fibers; cotton and
manila rope is not allowed.
Lanyards and self-retracting lifelines, which automatically limit
free fall to 2 feet or less, shall be capable of sustaining a
minimum load of 3000 pounds.
If the lanyard and self-retracting lifelines are not capable of
limiting free fall to 2 feet, ripstitch lanyards with a tensile
strength of 5000 pounds will be used.
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Equipment Compatibility
Equipment compatibility is a critical factor when selecting fall
protection equipment and systems for personnel. Compatibility
is also a key component of a quality training program.
Mismatching or interchanging manufacturer brands and
connecting mechanisms may cause rollout
The use of a double action auto-locking carabineer minimizes the
likelihood of rollout and is compatible with all brands of equipment
Persons working at height shall be trained in the proper use,
maintenance and inspection of the equipment they will be required to
use.


Double Auto-locking Carabineer

The use of Double Auto-Locking Carabineers minimizes the risk
of accidental roll-out which may be caused by incompatible
equipment and connectors.

Carabineers are compatible with most manufacturers equipment
and is required for use by Chevron Personnel.
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Ensuring Equipment Safety
Before each use, personal fall arrest systems/equipment shall be
inspected for wear, damage, deterioration, and defective components.
Any equipment identified as being deficient in any manner shall be
immediately removed from service & destroyed or tagged Do Not
Use and sent to an individual trained to the Competent Person level
for evaluation.
All Fall Protection Equipment must be inspected at least annually by a
Competent Person and a record of the inspection shall be archived
electronically
Personal fall arrest systems and components subjected to impact
loading shall be immediately removed from service and shall not
be worn again for employee protection until inspected and
determined by a competent person to be undamaged and suitable
for reuse.
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Anchor Points
For fall arrest, equipment will be independent of any other point
being used to support or suspend platforms.
Shall be capable of supporting a minimum of 5000 pounds per
person attached, or 3600 pounds if approved by a qualified
person (typically a Professional Engineer).
The hook of a crane can be used as an anchor point but may
not be used to lift or lower the employee; the crane must be
locked out and tagged out of service.
When installing a lifeline, check with the facility engineer,
Competent Person or Qualified Person to ensure that the
anchorage points will support the weight of the expected load.
Handrail/guardrails are not acceptable as anchor points and
personnel are prohibited from using them as anchorage points.

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Anchor Point Testing / Evaluation
There must be a process for ensuring that anchorage points are
tested in accordance with a recognized standard and/or
approved by a competent person.
This is intended to ensure that the anchor points are secure and
can hold the required load they may be subjected to during a fall.
This process is currently being finalized in the ANSI Z359 Fall
Protection Standard (.18).
The anchorage inspection shall be conducted under the
supervision of a Competent or Qualified Person.

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Portable Anchorages
The identification, inspection and rating of anchorages and anchor
points has been problematic in our environment.
Often times anchorage points are not present or workers are unsure of the
rating of anchor points
New technology has recently been implemented with favorable results
from early reports and may prove effective in offshore applications.
Additional types of portable anchorages are being evaluated for use in
other applications such as aircraft maintenance and work on roofs and tanks

Horizontal Lifelines
Horizontal lifelines shall not be assembled in the field using cable, clamps
and other connectors unless approved by an engineer.
Horizontal lifelines must be an engineered system or approved by an
engineer but may be installed under the supervision of a Competent or
Qualified Person.
Anchor points for the life lines must be capable of supporting a minimum of
5000 pounds per person attached, or 3600 pounds if approved by a Qualified
Person.
There are engineered systems approved for use which are available off the
shelf (ANSI Class 1)
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Emergency Rescue
Rescue Plan Considerations
As previously documented, Rescue Plans must be in place prior to
beginning climbing activities and at least 1 person Trained in Rescue
Procedures must be on site for the duration of the job.
Additionally, rescue equipment required by the specifics of each job
must be on site and personnel must be competent in the use of the
equipment.
Circumstances may arise when workers need to be rescued from work at height.
Suspended workers shall be rescued as quickly as possible because they are at
risk of suspension trauma.
Suspension trauma is potentially life-threatening. Suspended workers with head
injuries or who are unconscious are particularly at risk. This is why response time,
availability of rescue equipment, and understanding of team members
responsibilities is critical.
Self rescue is not allowed, must have 2 people to climb

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Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs)

MEWPs, also known as power-operated elevating work platforms,
are designed to provide a temporary working platform which can be
easily moved from one location to another.
MEWPs height can be adjusted using articulation, scissor
mechanisms, telescoping booms or towers. The platforms can be
vehicle-mounted, self-propelled, towed or manually moved.
A trained and knowledgeable person shall be designated to
operate the work platform, scissor lift, crane lift platform, building
maintenance unit or man lift.
A fall-arrest system (such as a fall-arrest harness and lanyard) shall
be used in conjunction with a MEWP and a Rescue Plan must be in
place.
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Fall Clearance
17 ft.
2 ft.
SAFETY FACTOR
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Questions PLWs can use to engage crew
members prior to beginning Work at Heights
If the answer to any of the following questions is NO Stop
Work Authority must be initiated.
Have personnel working at height been trained and proof of training available?
Was a hazard analysis competed during the planning of work?
Have hazards been identified and are mitigation plans in place?
Has an individual responsible for mitigation been identified?
Has emergency rescue been considered in job planning?
Has the structural integrity of roofs, beams, bracing (or other elevated work area) been
verified?
Has the fall protection equipment been inspected within the past year by a Competent
Person?
Scaffolds
Are scaffolds equipped with a inspection tag indicating current status and condition?
Does the scaffolding crew have verification of scaffold training/certifications?
Is scaffolding blocking access to critical equipment?
Guarding Deck Openings / Open Holes
The primary objective of Guidelines for Guarding Deck Openings is to
prevent incidents and injuries caused by falling 4 feet through an opening in
the deck or where a worker can fall from one level to another even though
they are not working above 6 feet.
Personnel shall wear fall arrest equipment when making an opening in the deck or
floor. Notification of any deck openings on the facility or site shall be reviewed and
documented during the development of the J ob Safety Analysis.
Openings in decks accessible to personnel shall be covered, guarded, or otherwise
made inaccessible immediately and reported to the Person Leading Work (PLW).
Every floor hole/deck opening into which personnel can accidentally walk
shall be guarded with a guardrail, covered with a floor hole cover of
standard strength and construction, or constantly attended by someone (29
CFR 1910.23).
If there is a deck opening larger than 1 ft X 1 ft where employee can fall more than 4
feet, barricades must be installed and fall protection is required

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Requirements for Guardrails
Minimum vertical height of 42 inches to the top of the guardrail.
Guardrail shall be capable of supporting a load of at least 200 pounds
applied in any direction (except upward) at any point on the top rail or
corresponding member.
Guardrail shall have a standard toeboard and intermediate rail or fencing
from top to bottom. Examples of fencing materials are chain link and
orange safety netting.
The access gate shall be kept closed and shall be opened only for
personnel to enter or exit the area enclosed by the guardrail.
When personnel are working inside the guardrail, the guardrail should be
erected five (5) feet from the closest edge of the opening when physically
possible. When personnel are not working inside the guardrail, the
guardrail shall be erected to prevent access to the hole; however, the five-
foot perimeter is not required.

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Requirements for Guardrails
Although an attendant is acceptable under 29 CFR 1910.23,
Chevron does not allow for a "hole watch" in lieu of guardrails.
Chevron requires that the hole be either covered or protected with
guardrails. A hole watch may, however, be assigned as an
additional safeguard.
The manner of blockage shall prevent a person's foot or body from
inadvertently passing through the opening
Unprotected perimeters
Except for helicopter landing decks and areas not normally
occupied, the unprotected perimeter of all floor and deck areas and
openings shall be rimmed with guards or wire mesh fence.
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Ladder Usage
Although ladders are not classified as fall prevention or fall protection
devices, they are included because they are commonly used for
working at heights.
For jobs of short duration, such as those in which work is within easy
reach and can be carried out with one hand, a portable ladder may
be the only practical means of access.
Working while on a portable ladder shall only be considered if there
are no other practical means of performing the work.
Portable ladders shall meet the requirements of Portable Ladders
and be used, maintained and inspected in accordance with this
standard.
All damaged or faulty ladders shall be immediately removed from
service and destroyed.

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Ladder Usage
What are some Risks with Portable Ladders?
Overreaching and tipping the ladder.
Not using three points of contact when ascending or descending,
Losing balance and falling, for example, when hand-carrying
tools. (Tools should be raised and lowered using a hand line.)
Unstable footing, causing the ladder to tip.
The base of the ladder is either too close or too far from the
building. (The correct angle for a ladder is one unit of measurement
out at the base for every four units of height.)
The ladder is damaged or inappropriate for the task.
An extension ladder or folding ladder is not locked in position.

Contact Information
For additional information regarding Working at Heights,
please contact:
Craig Berkenmeier (337) 989-3436
Cory Broussard (337) 989-3472
Stephanie Alvarez (985) 773-6162
Keith Triche (985) 773-6697
J erry Frazier (985) 773-6994

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Quiz
Question 1
What is the primary objective of the Chevron
Working at Heights Plan?
a)To prevent personnel from falling through deck openings.

b)To prevent incidents & injuries caused by falling through floor & deck
openings & by falling while working at elevations.

c) To ensure personnel are adequately trained in Fall Protection.

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Quiz
Question 1
What is the primary objective of the Chevron
Working at Heights Plan?
a)To prevent personnel from falling through deck openings.

b)To prevent incidents & injuries caused by falling through floor
& deck openings & by falling while working at elevations.

c) To ensure personnel are adequately trained in Fall Protection.

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What paperwork/documentation is required prior
to using Fall Protection Equipment?

a) Permit to Work
b) JSA
c) Fall Protection Checklist
d) Rescue Plan
e) All of the above

Quiz
Question 2
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What paperwork/documentation is required prior
to using Fall Protection Equipment?

a) Permit to Work
b) JSA
c) Fall Protection Checklist
d) Rescue Plan
e) All of the above

Quiz
Question 2
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What are the required levels of Fall
Protection Training?
a)Awareness Training, One-Day User Training, Two-Day Competent
Person Training, Rescue Training.

b)Awareness Training at HES Super Sessions, Two-Day Fall
Protection Training, 8 Hour Competent Person Training, Rescue
Training.

c) Awareness Training at HES Super Sessions, Two-Day Fall
Protection Training, 8 Hour Competent Person Training, Fire
Team Rescue Training.

Quiz
Question 3
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What are the required levels of Fall
Protection Training?
a)Awareness Training, One-Day User Training, Two-Day
Competent Person Training, Rescue Training.

b)Awareness Training at HES Super Sessions, Two-Day Fall
Protection Training, 8 Hour Competent Person Training, Rescue
Training.

c) Awareness Training at HES Super Sessions, Two-Day Fall
Protection Training, 8 Hour Competent Person Training, Fire
Team Rescue Training.

Quiz
Question 3
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What are the Chevron & Contract GOM requirements
for Competent Persons?

a) Operations personnel are required to have a Competent
Person per OS Area per crew. Contractors must have at
least 1 Competent Person per crew on site for the
duration of the job.

b) Operations personnel are required to have a Competent
Person survey the work area prior to beginning work or
written climbing procedures must be in place and followed.
Contractors must have at least 1 Competent Person per
crew on site for the duration of the job.

c) Operations personnel are required to have a Competent

Quiz
Question 4
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What are the Chevron & Contract GOM requirements
for Competent Persons?

a) Operations personnel are required to have a Competent
Person per OS Area per crew. Contractors must have at
least 1 Competent Person per crew on site for the
duration of the job.

b) Operations personnel are required to have a Competent
Contractors must have at least 1 Competent Person per
crew on site for the duration of the job.

c) Operations personnel are required to have a Competent

Quiz
Question 4
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What are the requirements for Chevron Fall Protection
Equipment inspections?
a) Equipment inspections shall be performed prior to use each
time.
b) Equipment must be inspected at least annually by a
Competent Person.
c) Documentation of the Annual Inspection will be archived
electronically.
d) All of the above.
Quiz
Question 5
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What are the requirements for Chevron Fall Protection
Equipment inspections?
a) Equipment inspections shall be performed prior to use each
time.
b) Equipment must be inspected at least annually by a
Competent Person.
c) Documentation of the Annual Inspection will be archived
electronically.
d) All of the above.
Quiz
Question 5
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Which of the following is the preferred method of
protection for employees while Working at Heights?
a) Fall Prevention
b) Administrative Controls
c) Fall Arrest Equipment

Quiz
Question 6
New
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Which of the following is the preferred method of
protection for employees while Working at Heights?
a) Fall Prevention
b) Administrative Controls
c) Fall Arrest Equipment

Fall prevention shall be used whenever possible to minimize the risk to
personnel from falling. The most effective means is to eliminate the
hazard through design such as installing handrails, guardrails, work
platforms, etc.

Quiz
Question 6
New
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Which of the following poses the greatest hazard to
personnel performing Work at Height (Requires 2
answers)

New
Quiz
Question 7
a) Incompatible Equipment
b) Proper Training
c) Inadequate Training
d) Used Equipment
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Which of the following poses the greatest hazard to
personnel performing Work at Height (Requires 2
answers)

New
Quiz
Question 7
a) Incompatible Equipment
b) Proper Training
c) Inadequate Training
d) Used Equipment
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What information must be displayed on Scaffold tags?

Quiz
Question 8
a)Date of Inspection, name of inspector & erector, duty rating in pounds per
square foot & special cautions or conditions under which the scaffold will
be used.

b)Date of Inspection, name of company erecting scaffolding, duty rating in
pounds per square foot.

c) Date of Inspection, duty rating in pounds per square foot & special
cautions or conditions under which the scaffold will be used.
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What information must be displayed on Scaffold tags?

Quiz
Question 8
a)Date of Inspection, name of inspector & erector, duty rating in
pounds per square foot & special cautions or conditions under
which the scaffold will be used.

b)Date of Inspection, name of company erecting scaffolding, duty rating in
pounds per square foot.

c) Date of Inspection, duty rating in pounds per square foot & special
cautions or conditions under which the scaffold will be used.
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When is Fall Arrest/Fall Protection equipment Required?
a) When working at elevations of six feet or more, or over the unprotected
edge of a work platform, deck, walkway, or floor
b) When working in an area where it is possible to fall more than 4 feet
through deck and floor openings
c) When working on a fixed or portable ladder and the worker is above 6 feet
d) When working on the boat landing or Plus 10 level when not surrounded
by handrails
e) When working on scaffolding that is not Green Tagged. (Note: Individual
contractors may require personnel to tie off even if scaffolding is green
tagged)
f) All of the above

Quiz
Question 9
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When is Fall Arrest/Fall Protection equipment Required?
a) When working at elevations of six feet or more, or over the unprotected
edge of a work platform, deck, walkway, or floor
b) When working in an area where it is possible to fall more than 4 feet
through deck and floor openings
c) When working on a fixed or portable ladder and the worker is above 6 feet
d) When working on the boat landing or Plus 10 level when not surrounded
by handrails
e) When working on scaffolding that is not Green Tagged. (Note: Individual
contractors may require personnel to tie off even if scaffolding is green
tagged)
f) All of the above

Quiz
Question 9
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Which of the following are applicable when using
Horizontal Lifelines ?

Quiz
Question 10
New
a) Must be installed by the supervisor of the crew using the lifeline.

b) Must be an engineered system or approved by an engineer and installed
under the supervision of a Competent or Qualified Person.

c) Must be capable of supporting a minimum of 3 times the expected load.
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Which of the following are applicable when using
Horizontal Lifelines ?

Quiz
Question 10
New
a) Must be installed by the supervisor of the crew using the lifeline.

b) Must be an engineered system or approved by an engineer and
installed under the supervision of a Competent or Qualified
Person.

c) Must be capable of supporting a minimum of 3 times the expected load.

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