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The city of Portland resides in the state of Oregon and Oregon has an approved OSHA State Plan called OR-OSHA. Regarding fall protection, OR-OSHA refers to OSHA CFR 2019 for all applicable fall protection requirements.

Along with OR-OSHA, the city of Portland follows the Portland Oregon Fire Code (ORPDXFC). ORPDXFC adheres to the International Fire Code standards, but applies amendments that are relevant to the city.

Understanding Portland Fall Protection Requirements

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

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 Portland?

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)

ORPDXFC 1015.2 - Where is guardrail required in Portland?

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)

ORPDXFC 1015.2 - At what height do I need fall protection or guardrail in Portland?

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

Oregon OSHA 1926.502 - What can a guardrail be made out of in Portland?

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

ORPDXFC 1015.3 - How tall does rooftop guardrail need to be in Portland?

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

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

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

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

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)

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

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

OSHA 1926.502(b)(3) - What are the load requirements for rooftop railing in Portland?

Handrails and guards must be designed to resist a concentrated load of 200 pounds. (source)

Oregon OSHA 1926.502(b) - Can I use a non-penetrating guardrail in Portland?

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

ORPDXFC 1014 - Can guardrail serve as handrail in Portland?

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)

ORPDXFC 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 Portland?

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)

ORPDXFC 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 Portland?

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 Portland?

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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