Qualcraft End Rail - Manual (Page 5)

Ladder Safety
Stairways and ladders are a major source of injuries and fatalities
among construction workers. Below are some basic requirements from
O.S.H.A. regarding ladder safety. Be sure to check with your local
state for any special requirements.
� When portable ladders are used for access to an upper
landing surface, the side rails MUST extend at least 3’
above the upper landing surface.
� Ladders must be used ONLY for the purpose for which
they were designed.
�
Ladders must not be used on slippery surfaces unless
secured or provided with slip-resistant feet to prevent
movement.
� When ascending or descending a ladder, the worker must
face the ladder.
� Each worker must use at least one hand to grasp the ladder
when moving up or down the ladder.
� A worker on a ladder must not carry any object or load that
could cause the worker to lose balance and fall.
Access Zones
Any employee working in a controlled area shall be under the direct
supervision of a safety monitor, and shall comply with all safety
regulations
Toe Boards
Regulations concerning toe boards include the following:
�
Toe boards must be provided on all open sides and ends of
railed scaffolds at locations where persons are required to
work or pass under.
� A toe board must be securely fastened at a minimum of 4”
(nominal) in height from its top edge to the level of the
floor or platform. A toe board must have no more than 1/4
inch clearance above the floor level
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Stage #1: Planning
A. Manpower:
1. Minimum of two (2) people trained on installation
Procedures
B. Tools
1. Roof layout diagram
2. Spray paint or keel (layout)
3. 9/16” deep socket with 3/8” ratchet
4. Spray lubricant or lithium grease
5. Extension ladder with hook
C. Stacker Bracket� System
1. One bracket with support brace
2. One top clamp (4” for 2x4 wall – 6” for 2x6 wall,
Etc.)
3. One guard rail post per bracket
4. End Rail at end of scaffold run
5. One lowering strap per bracket at sheer wall
locations
6.
D. Planking Material
1. Two (2) 2x10 – 10’ Scaffold Planks or
equivalent per section (OSHA approved)
2. Three (3) 2x4 – 10’ DF#1 Hand Rail per section
(OSHA approved metal rails are also acceptable)
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WARNING
This system is engineered for use with 2x4 DF #1 handrails
or approved metal rails and scaffold grade planks. Failure to
use designated materials may result in bodily injury or
death.
INFORMATIONAL NOTE
With full hip roofs, brackets are placed all the way around
the top plate with corners connected on a 45. End rails are
not necessary on hip roofs.