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Guidance for U.S. OSHA Requirements

Note: In the U.S., OSHA requires that the anchor point be capable of supporting 2268 kg (5000 lbs.) for non-engineered anchorage points, 1361 kg (3000 lbs.) for non-engineered anchorage points used only for self-retracting lifelines/lanyards, and twice the maximum arrest force of the fall system for engineered systems. The following guidance is based on the 2268 kg (5000 lbs.) requirement.

. 4” Diameter Standard Weight ASTM A53 Grade B pipe can be used to support one person if the total pipe span is not greater than 10 Feet/Bay, and the pipe is continuous for at least 2 bays before and 2 bays after the bay supporting the fall protection.