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The city of Cleveland resides in the state of Ohio and Ohio abides by the Federal OSHA CFR 2019 rules when it comes to fall protection.

As well as adhering to the OSHA guidelines, the city of Cleveland follows the Ohio Building Code (OHBC). OHBC adheres to the International Building Code standards, but applies amendments that are relevant to the state.

Understanding Cleveland Fall Protection Requirements

OSHA Standard Interpretation - Do I follow OSHA or local building code in Cleveland?

The strictest rules must be followed. Where local codes are in effect, they are generally more specific and more stringent than applicable OSHA regulations. Compatibility with OSHA regulations is seldom an issue. (source)

OSHA 1910.5(c)(1) - What OSHA code applies in Cleveland?

If a particular standard is specifically applicable to a condition, practice, means, method, operation, or process, it shall prevail over any different general standard which might otherwise be applicable to the same scenario. (source)

OHBC 1015.2 - Where is guardrail required in Cleveland?

Guards shall be located along open-sided walking surfaces, including mezzanines, equipment platforms, aisles, stairs, ramps, and landings that are located more that 30 inches measured vertically to the floor or grade below at any point within 36 inches horizontally to the edge of the open side. (source)

IBC 1015.2 - At what height do I need fall protection or guardrail in Cleveland?

Guardrails are required on any elevated walking surface above 30 inches. (source)

OSHA 1910.29 - What can a guardrail be made out of in Cleveland?

Guardrails, as long as they comply with all applicable standards, may be made out of any material. (source)

OHBC 1015.3 - How tall does rooftop guardrail need to be in Cleveland?

Guards can not be less than 42 inches high. (source)

OSHA 1926 Subpart M App B - How far apart can guardrail posts be in Cleveland?

Guardrail posts may not be spaced more than eight feet apart. (source)

OSHA 1910.29(b)(2) - Do I need a mid-rail in Cleveland?

Midrails must be installed between the top edge of the guardrail system and the walking/working surface when there is no wall or parapet wall at least 21 inches high. (source)

OSHA 1910.29(k) - When do I need a toeboard in Cleveland?

Toeboards are required when there is danger of items falling from an elevated walking-working surface onto workers below. (source)

OHBC 1607.8.1 - What are the load requirements for rooftop railing in Cleveland?

Handrails and guards must be designed to resist a concentrated load of 200 poundsand a linear load of 50 pounds per linear foot. (source)

OSHA 1910.29(b) - Can I use a non-penetrating guardrail in Cleveland?

Yes, as long as it complies with all other guardrail standards. (source)

OHBC 1014 - Can guardrail serve as handrail in Cleveland?

Guardrails and handrails serve two different purposes and have different requirements. A handrail may be attached to a guardrail, but they are not one in the same. (source)

OHBC 1015.2 - If my rooftop is lower than 22 feet but I have mechanical equipment close to the edge, do I need rooftop railing in Cleveland?

Guards must be located along open-sided walking surfaces, including equipment platforms, that are located more that 30 inches measured vertically to the floor or grade below any point within 36 inches horizontally to the edge of the open side. (source)

OHBC 1015.7 - If my rooftop is lower than 22 feet but I have a roof hatch close to the edge, do I need rooftop railing in Cleveland?

If you have a roof hatch located within 10 feet of the roof edge, the roof access or roof edge must be protected by guardrail. (source)

OSHA 1910.28(b)(3) - When is protection required when falling through a hole in Cleveland?

Employees must be protected from falling through holes, including skylights, that have more than a 4 foot drop, by personal fall arrest systems, guardrails, or covers. (source)

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