Hog Slat Inc. Newton Grove, NC USA January 2024 3 Feed Bins General Information In 2016, OSHA 1910 was updated. With this update, the previous requirements and standards for fixed ladders with cages are phasing out in favor of Personal Fall Arrest Systems (PFAS) and Ladder Safety Systems. OSHA 1910.28(b)(9) lays out the new requirements regarding both new and existing fixed ladders, PFAS and ladder safety systems, and the related compliance deadlines. The new regulations went into effect on November 19, 2018. They require specific measures of protection for any fixed ladder extending more than 24 feet above a lower level. Under this new regulation: OSHA Standard # Regulation 1910.28(b)(9)(i)(A) Each existing fixed ladder installed before November 19, 2018 must be equipped with a personal fall arrest system, ladder safety system, cage, or well 1910.28(b)(9)(i)(B) Each fixed ladder installed on and after November 19, 2018 must be equipped with a personal fall arrest system or a ladder safety system 1910.28(b)(9)(i)(C) When a fixed ladder, cage, or well, or any portion of a section thereof, is replaced, a personal fall arrest system or ladder safety system must be installed in at least that section of the fixed ladder, cage, or well where the replacement is located 1910.28(b)(9)(i)(D) On and after November 18, 2036, all fixed ladders must be equipped with a personal fall arrest system or a ladder safety system. Worker Classifications o Qualified: means one who, by possession of a recognized degree, certificate, or professional standing, or who by extensive knowledge, training, and experience, has successfully demonstrated his ability to solve or resolve problems relating to the subject matter, the work, or the project. o Competent person: means one who is capable of identifying existing and predictable hazards in the surroundings or working conditions which are unsanitary, hazardous, or dangerous to employees, and who has authorization to take prompt corrective measures to eliminate them. o Authorized person: means a person approved or assigned by the employer to perform a specific type of duty or duties or to be at a specific location or locations at the jobsite. Limitations and requirements When installing or using this equipment, always refer to the following information for limitations and requirements: o CAPACITY: The Hog Slat Fall Arrest System is designed to meet the requirements of OSHA when used with a compliant fall arrestor 420lbs. o ANCHORAGE: The Hog Slat Anchor is capable of sustaining static loads applied in the directions permitted by the system of at least 5,000 lbs. o Prior to installation of the Hog Slat Fall Arrest System, all feed bins must be inspected by an authorized person to ensure the structure of the feed bin roof assembly is capable of withstanding a static load of 5000lbs in the direction permitted by the system. o FALL CLEARANCE: There must be sufficient clearance below the anchorage connector to arrest a fall before the user strikes the ground or an obstruction. When calculating fall clearance, account for a MINIMUM 2’ safety factor, deceleration distance, user height, length of Lanyard, and all other applicable factors. o The Hog Slat Fall Arrest system is not designed, nor intended, to be installed on portable ladders. This system is designed for use on bulk feed bin structures only. o FULL BODY HARNESS: Only Full Body Harnesses with a sternal D-ring (Front) may be used with the Hog Slat fall arrest system. o Never use combinations of components or subsystems that may affect or interfere with the safe function of each other. o Current OSHA regulations (1926.1053) limit the connection distance between the carrier and the harness attachment element to 9 inches (229 mm). o The structure to which the system is attached must be capable of withstanding the loads applied by the system in the event of a fall.
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