Fall protection systems criteria and practices.
1926.502(b) Guardrail systems. Guardrail systems and their use shall comply with the following provisions:
1926.502(b)(4) When the 200 pound (890 N) test load specified in paragraph (b)(3) of this section is applied in a downward direction, the top edge of the guardrail shall not deflect to a height less than 39 inches (1.0 m) above the walking/working level. Guardrail system components selected and constructed in accordance with the appendix B to subpart M of this part will be deemed to meet this requirement.
HAZARD: Employees exposed to fall/death hazards.
ABATEMENT: The top edge of the guardrail MUST not deflect to a height less than 39 Â Â inches above the walking/working level.
NOTE: Guardrail deflects from 42 inches to below 36 inches.
