For the purpose of this working at heights course we are highlighting certain sections of this regulation.
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General Requirements
Sections 13-19
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(b) the address and telephone number of the constructor’s head office or principal place of business in Ontario; and
(c) the address and telephone number of the nearest office of the Ministry. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 13 (1); O. Reg. 145/00, s. 9.
2. Within forty-eight hours after a health and safety representative or joint health and safety committee members are selected for a project, a constructor shall add to the notice the name, trade and employer of the health and safety representative or of each of the committee members. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 13 (2).
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16. At a project, no person younger than 16 years of age shall,
(a) be employed in or about the workplace; or
(b) be permitted to be present in or about the workplace while work is being performed. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 11.
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18. The constructor shall ensure that every worker at the project has ready access to a telephone, two-way radio or other system of two-way communication in the event of an emergency. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 11.
19. If, under this Regulation, a record is required to be kept available for inspection at a project, the constructor or employer, as the case may be, shall keep the record for at least one year after the project is finished. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 19.
- A constructor shall post in a conspicuous place at a project and keep posted while work is done at the project a notice setting out,
(b) the address and telephone number of the constructor’s head office or principal place of business in Ontario; and
(c) the address and telephone number of the nearest office of the Ministry. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 13 (1); O. Reg. 145/00, s. 9.
2. Within forty-eight hours after a health and safety representative or joint health and safety committee members are selected for a project, a constructor shall add to the notice the name, trade and employer of the health and safety representative or of each of the committee members. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 13 (2).
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- A constructor shall appoint a supervisor for every project at which five or more workers will work at the same time. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 14 (1).
- The supervisor shall supervise the work at all times either personally or by having an assistant, who is a competent person, do so personally. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 14 (2).
- A supervisor or a competent person appointed by the supervisor shall inspect all machinery and equipment, including fire extinguishing equipment, magazines, electrical installations, communication systems, sanitation and medical facilities, buildings and other structures, temporary supports and means of access and egress at the project to ensure that they do not endanger any worker. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 14 (3).
- An inspection shall be made at least once a week or more frequently as the supervisor determines is necessary in order to ensure that the machinery and equipment referred to in subsection (3) do not endanger any worker. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 14 (4).
- A competent person shall perform tests and observations necessary for the detection of hazardous conditions on a project. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 14 (5).
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- An employer of five or more workers on a project shall appoint a supervisor for the workers. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 15.
- The supervisor shall supervise the work at all times either personally or by having an assistant, who is a competent person, do so personally. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 10.
16. At a project, no person younger than 16 years of age shall,
(a) be employed in or about the workplace; or
(b) be permitted to be present in or about the workplace while work is being performed. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 11.
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- A constructor shall establish for a project written procedures to be followed in the event of an emergency and shall ensure that the procedures are followed at the project. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 11.
- constructor shall review the emergency procedures with the joint health and safety committee or the health and safety representative for the project, if any. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 11.
- The constructor shall ensure that the emergency procedures are posted in a conspicuous place at the project. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 11.
18. The constructor shall ensure that every worker at the project has ready access to a telephone, two-way radio or other system of two-way communication in the event of an emergency. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 11.
19. If, under this Regulation, a record is required to be kept available for inspection at a project, the constructor or employer, as the case may be, shall keep the record for at least one year after the project is finished. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 19.
PART II
GENERAL CONSTRUCTION
Sections 20-23
Application
20. This Part applies with respect to all projects. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 20.
Protective Clothing, Equipment and Devices
20. This Part applies with respect to all projects. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 20.
Protective Clothing, Equipment and Devices
21.
(1) A worker shall wear such protective clothing and use such personal protective equipment or devices as are necessary to protect the worker against the hazards to which the worker may be exposed. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 21 (1).
(2) A worker’s employer shall require the worker to comply with subsection (1). O. Reg. 213/91, s. 21 (2).
(3) A worker required to wear protective clothing or use personal protective equipment or devices shall be adequately instructed and trained in the care and use of the clothing, equipment or device before wearing or using it. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 21 (3).
22. (1) Every worker shall wear protective headwear at all times when on a project. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 22 (1).
(2) Protective headwear shall be a safety hat that,
(a) consists of a shell and suspension that is adequate to protect a person’s head against impact and against flying or falling small objects; and
(b) has a shell which can withstand a dielectric strength test at 20,000 volts phase to ground. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 22 (2).
23. (1) Every worker shall wear protective footwear at all times when on a project. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 23 (1).
(2) Protective footwear shall be a safety shoe or safety boot,
(a) with a box toe that is adequate to protect the wearer’s toes against injury due to impact and is capable of resisting at least 125 joules impact; and
(b) with a sole or insole that is adequate to protect the wearer’s feet against injury due to puncture and is capable of resisting a penetration load of 1.2 kilonewtons when tested with a Deutsche Industrie Norm standard pin. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 23 (2); O. Reg. 345/15, s. 3.
24. A worker shall use protection appropriate in the circumstances when there is a risk of eye injury to the worker. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 24.
25. A worker shall use protection appropriate in the circumstances when there is a risk of injury on a project from contact between the worker’s skin and,
(a) a noxious gas, liquid, fume or dust;
(b) an object that may puncture, cut or abrade the skin;
(c) a hot object, hot liquid or molten metal; or
(d) radiant heat. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 25.
26. Sections 26.1 to 26.9 apply where a worker may be exposed to any of the following hazards:
1. Falling more than 3 metres.
2. Falling more than 1.2 metres, if the work area is used as a path for a wheelbarrow or similar equipment.
3. Falling into operating machinery.
4. Falling into water or another liquid.
5. Falling into or onto a hazardous substance or object.
6. Falling through an opening on a work surface. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 12; O. Reg. 85/04, s. 4; O. Reg. 345/15, s. 4.
(1) A worker shall wear such protective clothing and use such personal protective equipment or devices as are necessary to protect the worker against the hazards to which the worker may be exposed. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 21 (1).
(2) A worker’s employer shall require the worker to comply with subsection (1). O. Reg. 213/91, s. 21 (2).
(3) A worker required to wear protective clothing or use personal protective equipment or devices shall be adequately instructed and trained in the care and use of the clothing, equipment or device before wearing or using it. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 21 (3).
22. (1) Every worker shall wear protective headwear at all times when on a project. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 22 (1).
(2) Protective headwear shall be a safety hat that,
(a) consists of a shell and suspension that is adequate to protect a person’s head against impact and against flying or falling small objects; and
(b) has a shell which can withstand a dielectric strength test at 20,000 volts phase to ground. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 22 (2).
23. (1) Every worker shall wear protective footwear at all times when on a project. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 23 (1).
(2) Protective footwear shall be a safety shoe or safety boot,
(a) with a box toe that is adequate to protect the wearer’s toes against injury due to impact and is capable of resisting at least 125 joules impact; and
(b) with a sole or insole that is adequate to protect the wearer’s feet against injury due to puncture and is capable of resisting a penetration load of 1.2 kilonewtons when tested with a Deutsche Industrie Norm standard pin. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 23 (2); O. Reg. 345/15, s. 3.
24. A worker shall use protection appropriate in the circumstances when there is a risk of eye injury to the worker. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 24.
25. A worker shall use protection appropriate in the circumstances when there is a risk of injury on a project from contact between the worker’s skin and,
(a) a noxious gas, liquid, fume or dust;
(b) an object that may puncture, cut or abrade the skin;
(c) a hot object, hot liquid or molten metal; or
(d) radiant heat. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 25.
26. Sections 26.1 to 26.9 apply where a worker may be exposed to any of the following hazards:
1. Falling more than 3 metres.
2. Falling more than 1.2 metres, if the work area is used as a path for a wheelbarrow or similar equipment.
3. Falling into operating machinery.
4. Falling into water or another liquid.
5. Falling into or onto a hazardous substance or object.
6. Falling through an opening on a work surface. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 12; O. Reg. 85/04, s. 4; O. Reg. 345/15, s. 4.
PART II
GENERAL CONSTRUCTION
Section 26.1
26.1 (1) A worker shall be adequately protected by a guardrail system that meets the requirements of subsections 26.3 (2) to (8). O. Reg. 145/00, s. 12.
(2) Despite subsection (1), if it is not practicable to install a guardrail system as that subsection requires, a worker shall be adequately protected by the highest ranked method that is practicable from the following ranking of fall protection methods:
1. A travel restraint system that meets the requirements of section 26.4.
2. A fall restricting system that meets the requirements of section 26.5.
3. A fall arrest system, other than a fall restricting system designed for use in wood pole climbing, that meets the requirements of section 26.6.
4. A safety net that meets the requirements of section 26.8. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 12; O. Reg. 85/04, s. 5 (1); O. Reg. 345/15, s. 5 (1).
(3) The components of any system listed in subsection (2) shall be designed by a professional engineer in accordance with good engineering practice, and shall meet the requirements of any of the following National Standards of Canada standards that are applicable:
1. CAN/CSA-Z259.1-05: Body Belts and Saddles for Work Positioning and Travel Restraint.
2. CAN/CSA-Z259.2.5-12: Fall Arresters and Vertical Lifelines.
3. CAN/CSA-Z259.2.2-98 (R2004): Self-Retracting Devices for Personal Fall-Arrest Systems.
4. CAN/CSA-Z259.2.3-99 (R2004): Descent Control Devices.
5. CAN/CSA-Z259.10-06: Full Body Harnesses.
6. CAN/CSA-Z259.11-05: Energy Absorbers and Lanyards.
7. CAN/CSA-Z259.12-01 (R2006): Connecting Components for Personal Fall Arrest Systems (PFAS).
8. CAN/CSA-Z259.14-01 (R2007): Fall Restrict Equipment for Wood Pole Climbing. O. Reg. 85/04, s. 5 (2); O. Reg. 443/09, s. 1; O. Reg. 345/15, s. 5 (2).
(4) Before any use of a fall arrest system or a safety net by a worker at a project, the worker’s employer shall develop written procedures for rescuing the worker after his or her fall has been arrested. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 12.
(2) Despite subsection (1), if it is not practicable to install a guardrail system as that subsection requires, a worker shall be adequately protected by the highest ranked method that is practicable from the following ranking of fall protection methods:
1. A travel restraint system that meets the requirements of section 26.4.
2. A fall restricting system that meets the requirements of section 26.5.
3. A fall arrest system, other than a fall restricting system designed for use in wood pole climbing, that meets the requirements of section 26.6.
4. A safety net that meets the requirements of section 26.8. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 12; O. Reg. 85/04, s. 5 (1); O. Reg. 345/15, s. 5 (1).
(3) The components of any system listed in subsection (2) shall be designed by a professional engineer in accordance with good engineering practice, and shall meet the requirements of any of the following National Standards of Canada standards that are applicable:
1. CAN/CSA-Z259.1-05: Body Belts and Saddles for Work Positioning and Travel Restraint.
2. CAN/CSA-Z259.2.5-12: Fall Arresters and Vertical Lifelines.
3. CAN/CSA-Z259.2.2-98 (R2004): Self-Retracting Devices for Personal Fall-Arrest Systems.
4. CAN/CSA-Z259.2.3-99 (R2004): Descent Control Devices.
5. CAN/CSA-Z259.10-06: Full Body Harnesses.
6. CAN/CSA-Z259.11-05: Energy Absorbers and Lanyards.
7. CAN/CSA-Z259.12-01 (R2006): Connecting Components for Personal Fall Arrest Systems (PFAS).
8. CAN/CSA-Z259.14-01 (R2007): Fall Restrict Equipment for Wood Pole Climbing. O. Reg. 85/04, s. 5 (2); O. Reg. 443/09, s. 1; O. Reg. 345/15, s. 5 (2).
(4) Before any use of a fall arrest system or a safety net by a worker at a project, the worker’s employer shall develop written procedures for rescuing the worker after his or her fall has been arrested. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 12.
PART II
GENERAL CONSTRUCTION
Section 26.2
(Fall Protection Training)
26.2 (1) An employer shall ensure that a worker who may use a fall protection system is adequately trained in its use and given adequate oral and written instructions by a competent person. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 13.
(1.1) In addition to the requirements of subsection (1), an employer shall ensure that a worker who may use a fall protection system meets the working at heights training requirements of Ontario Regulation 297/13 (Occupational Health and Safety Awareness and Training). O. Reg. 252/14, s. 1.
(2) The employer shall ensure that the person who provides the training and instruction referred to in subsection (1) prepares a written training and instruction record for each worker and signs the record. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 13.
(3) The training and instruction record shall include the worker’s name and the dates on which training and instruction took place. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 13.
(4) The employer shall make the training and instruction record for each worker available to an inspector on request. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 13.
(1.1) In addition to the requirements of subsection (1), an employer shall ensure that a worker who may use a fall protection system meets the working at heights training requirements of Ontario Regulation 297/13 (Occupational Health and Safety Awareness and Training). O. Reg. 252/14, s. 1.
(2) The employer shall ensure that the person who provides the training and instruction referred to in subsection (1) prepares a written training and instruction record for each worker and signs the record. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 13.
(3) The training and instruction record shall include the worker’s name and the dates on which training and instruction took place. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 13.
(4) The employer shall make the training and instruction record for each worker available to an inspector on request. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 13.
PART II
GENERAL CONSTRUCTION
Section 26.3
(Guardrails)
26.3 (1) Despite paragraph 1 of section 26, a guardrail system that meets the requirements of this section shall be used if a worker has access to the perimeter or an open side of any of the following work surfaces and may be exposed to a fall of 2.4 metres or more:
(2) One of the following precautions shall be used to prevent a worker from falling through an opening on a work surface:
ii. is securely fastened,
iii. is adequately identified as covering an opening,
iv. is made from material adequate to support all loads to which the covering may be subjected, and
v. is capable of supporting a live load of at least 2.4 kilonewtons per square metre without exceeding the allowable unit stresses for the material used. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 14.
(3) The guardrail system or protective covering required under subsection (1) or (2) may be removed temporarily to perform work in or around the opening if a worker is adequately protected and signs are posted in accordance with subsections 44 (1) and (2). O. Reg. 145/00, s. 14.
(4) The following are the specifications for a guardrail system:
(5) A guardrail system shall be capable of resisting anywhere along the length of the system the following loads when applied separately, without exceeding the allowable unit stress for each material used:
(6) The distance between any two adjacent posts of the guardrail system may be greater than 2.4 metres only if the system is capable of resisting the loads specified in subsection (5) increased in proportion to the greater distance between the posts. O. Reg. 443/09, s. 2 (2).
(7) The following additional requirements apply to a guardrail system that is made of wood:
(7.1) If a guardrail system that is made of wood is constructed and installed so that it is capable of resisting all loads that it may be subjected to by a worker, the following do not apply:
(8) The following additional requirements apply to a guardrail system that is made of wire rope:
- A floor, including the floor of a mezzanine or balcony.
- The surface of a bridge.
- A roof while formwork is in place.
- A scaffold platform or other work platform, runway or ramp. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 14; O. Reg. 345/15, s. 6.
(2) One of the following precautions shall be used to prevent a worker from falling through an opening on a work surface:
- A guardrail system that meets the requirements of this section.
- A protective covering that,
ii. is securely fastened,
iii. is adequately identified as covering an opening,
iv. is made from material adequate to support all loads to which the covering may be subjected, and
v. is capable of supporting a live load of at least 2.4 kilonewtons per square metre without exceeding the allowable unit stresses for the material used. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 14.
(3) The guardrail system or protective covering required under subsection (1) or (2) may be removed temporarily to perform work in or around the opening if a worker is adequately protected and signs are posted in accordance with subsections 44 (1) and (2). O. Reg. 145/00, s. 14.
(4) The following are the specifications for a guardrail system:
- It shall have a top rail, an intermediate rail and a toe board.
- The intermediate rail may be replaced by material that can withstand a point load of 450 newtons applied in a lateral or vertical downward direction.
- Subject to subsection 116 (8), the top of the guardrail system shall be located at least 0.9 metres but not more than 1.1 metres above the surface on which the system is installed.
- The intermediate rail shall be located midway between the top rail and the toe board. - 4.1 The toe board shall extend from the surface to which the guardrail system is attached to a height of at least 89 millimetres.
- If the guardrail system is located at the perimeter of a work surface, the distance between the edge of the surface and the guardrail system shall not be greater than 300 millimetres. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 14; O. Reg. 443/09, s. 2 (1).
(5) A guardrail system shall be capable of resisting anywhere along the length of the system the following loads when applied separately, without exceeding the allowable unit stress for each material used:
- A point load of 675 newtons applied in a lateral direction to the top rail.
- A point load of 450 newtons applied in a vertical downward direction to the top rail.
- A point load of 450 newtons applied in a lateral or vertical downward direction to the intermediate rail, or midway between the top rail and the toe board.
- A point load of 225 newtons applied in a lateral direction to the toe board. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 14.
(6) The distance between any two adjacent posts of the guardrail system may be greater than 2.4 metres only if the system is capable of resisting the loads specified in subsection (5) increased in proportion to the greater distance between the posts. O. Reg. 443/09, s. 2 (2).
(7) The following additional requirements apply to a guardrail system that is made of wood:
- The wood shall be spruce, pine or fir (S-P-F) timber of construction grade quality or better and shall not have any visible defect affecting its load-carrying capacity.
- The wood shall be free of sharp objects such as splinters and protruding nails.
- The system shall have posts that are at least 38 millimetres by 89 millimetres, are securely fastened to the surface and are spaced at intervals of not more than 2.4 metres.
- The top rail and the intermediate rail shall each be at least 38 millimetres by 89 millimetres. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 14; O. Reg. 443/09, s. 2 (3).
(7.1) If a guardrail system that is made of wood is constructed and installed so that it is capable of resisting all loads that it may be subjected to by a worker, the following do not apply:
- The requirement in paragraph 2 of subsection (4) that the replacement material can withstand a point load of 450 newtons.
- Subsections (5) and (6). O. Reg. 443/09, s. 2 (4).
(8) The following additional requirements apply to a guardrail system that is made of wire rope:
- The top rail and intermediate rail shall be made of wire rope that is at least 10 millimetres in diameter, and the rope shall be kept taut by a turnbuckle or other device.
- The outward deflection of the top rail and intermediate rail resulting from the loads specified in subsection (5) shall not extend beyond the edge of a work surface.
- The system shall have vertical separators at intervals of not more than 2.4 metres and horizontal supports at intervals of not more than 9 metres.
- Revoked: O. Reg. 443/09, s. 2 (6).
PART II
GENERAL CONSTRUCTION
Section 26.4- 26.5
(Travel Restraint)
26.4 (1) A travel restraint system shall consist of a full body harness with adequate attachment points or a safety belt. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 14.
(2) The full body harness or safety belt shall be attached by a lifeline or lanyard to a fixed support that meets the requirements of section 26.7. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 14.
(3) The travel restraint system shall be inspected by a competent worker before each use. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 14.
(4) If a component of the travel restraint system is found to be defective on inspection, the defective component shall immediately be taken out of service. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 14.
(2) The full body harness or safety belt shall be attached by a lifeline or lanyard to a fixed support that meets the requirements of section 26.7. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 14.
(3) The travel restraint system shall be inspected by a competent worker before each use. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 14.
(4) If a component of the travel restraint system is found to be defective on inspection, the defective component shall immediately be taken out of service. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 14.
(Fall Restricting Systems)
26.5 (1) A fall restricting system that is not designed for use in wood pole climbing shall consist of an assembly of components that is,
(a) attached to an independent fixed support that meets the requirements of section 26.7; and
(b) designed and arranged in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions and so that a worker’s free fall distance does not exceed 0.6 metres. O. Reg. 85/04, s. 6.
(2) A fall restricting system that is designed for use in wood pole climbing,
(a) shall consist of an assembly of components that is designed and arranged in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions; and
(b) shall not allow pole slippage in excess of the distances set out in the applicable National Standards of Canada standard referred to in subsection 26.1 (3). O. Reg. 85/04, s. 6.
(3) A fall restricting system shall be inspected by a competent worker before each use. O. Reg. 85/04, s. 6.
(4) If a component of the fall restricting system is found to be defective on inspection, the component shall be taken out of service immediately. O. Reg. 85/04, s. 6.
(5) If a worker who is using the fall restricting system falls or slips more than the distance determined under clause (1) (b) or (2) (b), as the case may be, the system shall be taken out of service immediately and shall not be used again by a worker unless all components of the system have been certified by the manufacturer as being safe for reuse. O. Reg. 85/04, s. 6.
(a) attached to an independent fixed support that meets the requirements of section 26.7; and
(b) designed and arranged in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions and so that a worker’s free fall distance does not exceed 0.6 metres. O. Reg. 85/04, s. 6.
(2) A fall restricting system that is designed for use in wood pole climbing,
(a) shall consist of an assembly of components that is designed and arranged in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions; and
(b) shall not allow pole slippage in excess of the distances set out in the applicable National Standards of Canada standard referred to in subsection 26.1 (3). O. Reg. 85/04, s. 6.
(3) A fall restricting system shall be inspected by a competent worker before each use. O. Reg. 85/04, s. 6.
(4) If a component of the fall restricting system is found to be defective on inspection, the component shall be taken out of service immediately. O. Reg. 85/04, s. 6.
(5) If a worker who is using the fall restricting system falls or slips more than the distance determined under clause (1) (b) or (2) (b), as the case may be, the system shall be taken out of service immediately and shall not be used again by a worker unless all components of the system have been certified by the manufacturer as being safe for reuse. O. Reg. 85/04, s. 6.
PART II
GENERAL CONSTRUCTION
Sections 26.6- 26.9
(Fall Arrest System)
26.6 (1) A fall arrest system shall consist of a full body harness with adequate attachment points and a lanyard equipped with a shock absorber or similar device. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 14.
(2) The fall arrest system shall be attached by a lifeline or by the lanyard to an independent fixed support that meets the requirements of section 26.7. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 14.
(3) The fall arrest system shall be arranged so that a worker cannot hit the ground or an object or level below the work. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 14.
(4) Despite subsection (1), the fall arrest system shall not include a shock absorber if wearing or using one could cause a worker to hit the ground or an object or level below the work. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 14.
(5) The fall arrest system shall not subject a worker who falls to a peak fall arrest force greater than 8 kilonewtons. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 14.
(6) The fall arrest system shall be inspected by a competent worker before each use. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 14.
(7) If a component of the fall arrest system is found to be defective on inspection, the defective component shall immediately be taken out of service. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 14.
(8) If a worker who is using the fall arrest system falls, the system shall be immediately removed from service and shall not be used again by a worker unless all components of the system have been certified by the manufacturer as being safe for re-use. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 14.
(9) Subsections (1) to (8) do not apply to fall restricting systems designed for use in wood pole climbing. O. Reg. 85/04, s. 7.
(2) The fall arrest system shall be attached by a lifeline or by the lanyard to an independent fixed support that meets the requirements of section 26.7. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 14.
(3) The fall arrest system shall be arranged so that a worker cannot hit the ground or an object or level below the work. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 14.
(4) Despite subsection (1), the fall arrest system shall not include a shock absorber if wearing or using one could cause a worker to hit the ground or an object or level below the work. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 14.
(5) The fall arrest system shall not subject a worker who falls to a peak fall arrest force greater than 8 kilonewtons. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 14.
(6) The fall arrest system shall be inspected by a competent worker before each use. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 14.
(7) If a component of the fall arrest system is found to be defective on inspection, the defective component shall immediately be taken out of service. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 14.
(8) If a worker who is using the fall arrest system falls, the system shall be immediately removed from service and shall not be used again by a worker unless all components of the system have been certified by the manufacturer as being safe for re-use. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 14.
(9) Subsections (1) to (8) do not apply to fall restricting systems designed for use in wood pole climbing. O. Reg. 85/04, s. 7.
(Permanent Anchor Systems)
26.7 (1) A permanent anchor system shall be used as the fixed support in a fall arrest system, fall restricting system or travel restraint system if the following conditions are met:
1. The anchor system has been installed according to the Building Code.
2. It is safe and practical to use the anchor system as the fixed support. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 14.
(2) If the conditions set out in subsection (1) are not met, a temporary fixed support shall be used that meets the following requirements:
1. Subject to paragraph 2, a support used in a fall arrest system shall be capable of supporting a static force of at least 8 kilonewtons without exceeding the allowable unit stress for each material used.
2. If a shock absorber is also used in the fall arrest system, the support shall be capable of supporting a static force of at least 6 kilonewtons without exceeding the allowable unit stress for each material used.
3. Subject to paragraph 4, a support used in a fall restricting system must be capable of supporting a static force of at least 6 kilonewtons without exceeding the allowable unit stress for each material used.
4. Paragraph 3 does not apply to a support that is used in accordance with the manufacturer’s written instructions and is adequate to protect a worker.
5. A support used in a travel restraint system shall be capable of supporting a static force of at least 2 kilonewtons without exceeding the allowable unit stress for each material used. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 14.
(3) Despite the requirements listed in subsection (2), the support capacity of a temporary fixed support used in a fall protection system may be determined by dynamic testing in accordance with good engineering practice to ensure that the temporary fixed support has adequate capacity to arrest a worker’s fall. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 14.
(4) A fixed support shall not have any sharp edges that could cut, chafe or abrade the connection between it and another component of the system. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 14.
(5) Subsections (1) to (4) do not apply to fall restricting systems designed for use in wood pole climbing. O. Reg. 85/04, s. 8.
1. The anchor system has been installed according to the Building Code.
2. It is safe and practical to use the anchor system as the fixed support. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 14.
(2) If the conditions set out in subsection (1) are not met, a temporary fixed support shall be used that meets the following requirements:
1. Subject to paragraph 2, a support used in a fall arrest system shall be capable of supporting a static force of at least 8 kilonewtons without exceeding the allowable unit stress for each material used.
2. If a shock absorber is also used in the fall arrest system, the support shall be capable of supporting a static force of at least 6 kilonewtons without exceeding the allowable unit stress for each material used.
3. Subject to paragraph 4, a support used in a fall restricting system must be capable of supporting a static force of at least 6 kilonewtons without exceeding the allowable unit stress for each material used.
4. Paragraph 3 does not apply to a support that is used in accordance with the manufacturer’s written instructions and is adequate to protect a worker.
5. A support used in a travel restraint system shall be capable of supporting a static force of at least 2 kilonewtons without exceeding the allowable unit stress for each material used. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 14.
(3) Despite the requirements listed in subsection (2), the support capacity of a temporary fixed support used in a fall protection system may be determined by dynamic testing in accordance with good engineering practice to ensure that the temporary fixed support has adequate capacity to arrest a worker’s fall. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 14.
(4) A fixed support shall not have any sharp edges that could cut, chafe or abrade the connection between it and another component of the system. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 14.
(5) Subsections (1) to (4) do not apply to fall restricting systems designed for use in wood pole climbing. O. Reg. 85/04, s. 8.
(Safety Nets)
26.8 (1) A safety net shall be designed, tested and installed in accordance with ANSI/ASSE Standard A10.11-2010, Safety Requirements for Personnel and Debris Nets. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 14; O. Reg. 345/15, s. 7.
(2) The safety net shall be installed by a competent worker. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 14.
(3) A professional engineer or a competent person under the engineer’s supervision shall inspect and test the installation of the safety net before it is put in service. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 14.
(4) The engineer shall document the inspection and testing of the safety net. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 14; O. Reg. 85/04, s. 9.
(5) A copy of the document shall be kept at the project while the safety net is in service. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 14.
(2) The safety net shall be installed by a competent worker. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 14.
(3) A professional engineer or a competent person under the engineer’s supervision shall inspect and test the installation of the safety net before it is put in service. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 14.
(4) The engineer shall document the inspection and testing of the safety net. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 14; O. Reg. 85/04, s. 9.
(5) A copy of the document shall be kept at the project while the safety net is in service. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 14.
(Lanyards and Lifelines)
26.9 (1) This section applies to a lanyard or lifeline that is part of a travel restraint system or a fall arrest system. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 14.
(2) The following requirements apply to a lanyard or a lifeline:
1. It shall not be used in such a way that it is likely to be cut, chafed or abraded.
2. It shall not be subjected to extreme temperature, flame, abrasive or corrosive materials or other hazards that may damage it.
3. The free end of the lanyard or lifeline shall be kept clear of equipment and machinery. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 14.
(3) Only one person at a time may use a lanyard. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 14.
(4) The connecting ends of a lanyard shall be wrapped around a protective thimble and adequately fastened with a swaged fitting or eye splice supplied by the manufacturer of the lanyard. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 14; O. Reg. 242/16, s. 5.
(5) A horizontal or vertical lifeline shall be kept free from splices or knots, except knots used to connect it to a fixed support. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 14.
(6) Only one person at a time may use a vertical lifeline. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 14.
(7) A vertical lifeline shall,
(a) extend to the ground; or
(b) have a positive stop that prevents the rope grab or other similar device from running off the end of the lifeline. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 14.
(8) The following requirements apply to a horizontal lifeline system:
1. It shall be designed by a professional engineer in accordance with good engineering practice.
2. The design may be a standard design or a custom design.
3. The design shall,
i. show the arrangement of the system including the anchorage or fixed support system,
ii. indicate the components used,
iii. state the number of workers that can safely be attached to it,
iv. set out instructions for installation or erection, and
v. show the design loads for the system.
4. The system shall be installed or erected, and maintained, in accordance with the professional engineer’s design.
5. Before each use, the system shall be inspected by a professional engineer or a competent worker designated by a supervisor.
6. The constructor shall keep the design at the project while the system is in use. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 14.
26.10, 26.11 Revoked: O. Reg. 85/04, s. 10.
(2) The following requirements apply to a lanyard or a lifeline:
1. It shall not be used in such a way that it is likely to be cut, chafed or abraded.
2. It shall not be subjected to extreme temperature, flame, abrasive or corrosive materials or other hazards that may damage it.
3. The free end of the lanyard or lifeline shall be kept clear of equipment and machinery. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 14.
(3) Only one person at a time may use a lanyard. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 14.
(4) The connecting ends of a lanyard shall be wrapped around a protective thimble and adequately fastened with a swaged fitting or eye splice supplied by the manufacturer of the lanyard. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 14; O. Reg. 242/16, s. 5.
(5) A horizontal or vertical lifeline shall be kept free from splices or knots, except knots used to connect it to a fixed support. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 14.
(6) Only one person at a time may use a vertical lifeline. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 14.
(7) A vertical lifeline shall,
(a) extend to the ground; or
(b) have a positive stop that prevents the rope grab or other similar device from running off the end of the lifeline. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 14.
(8) The following requirements apply to a horizontal lifeline system:
1. It shall be designed by a professional engineer in accordance with good engineering practice.
2. The design may be a standard design or a custom design.
3. The design shall,
i. show the arrangement of the system including the anchorage or fixed support system,
ii. indicate the components used,
iii. state the number of workers that can safely be attached to it,
iv. set out instructions for installation or erection, and
v. show the design loads for the system.
4. The system shall be installed or erected, and maintained, in accordance with the professional engineer’s design.
5. Before each use, the system shall be inspected by a professional engineer or a competent worker designated by a supervisor.
6. The constructor shall keep the design at the project while the system is in use. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 14.
26.10, 26.11 Revoked: O. Reg. 85/04, s. 10.
PART II
GENERAL CONSTRUCTION
Section 27
(Work Conducted Near Water)
27. (1) Despite subsections 26.1 (1) and (2), if the following conditions are met, a worker shall wear a lifejacket or other personal flotation device that is adequate:
1. The worker is exposed to a risk of drowning on a project.
2. It is not reasonably possible to install a guardrail system as subsection 26.1 (1) requires.
3. It is not reasonably possible to protect the worker adequately by means of a fall protection method as subsection 26.1 (2) requires. O. Reg. 443/09, s. 3 (1).
(2) If a worker may drown at a project,
(a) at least two workers trained to perform rescue operations shall be available to perform rescue operations;
(b) rescue equipment shall be provided in a suitable location on or near the project; and
(c) all workers on the project shall be advised of the rescue procedures to be followed and their role, if any, in carrying out a rescue. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 27 (2).
(3) The rescue equipment shall include,
(a) a seaworthy boat equipped with a lifebuoy attached to a buoyant heaving line not less than 15 metres in length and a boat hook; and
(b) Revoked: O. Reg. 443/09, s. 3 (2).
(c) an alarm system capable of warning a worker of the necessity of carrying out a rescue operation. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 27 (3); O. Reg. 443/09, s. 3 (2).
(4) The boat shall be power-driven if the water is likely to be rough or swift. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 27 (4).
(5) The alarm system shall be activated when a rescue operation is necessary. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 27 (5).
(6) Revoked: O. Reg. 443/09, s. 3 (3).
1. The worker is exposed to a risk of drowning on a project.
2. It is not reasonably possible to install a guardrail system as subsection 26.1 (1) requires.
3. It is not reasonably possible to protect the worker adequately by means of a fall protection method as subsection 26.1 (2) requires. O. Reg. 443/09, s. 3 (1).
(2) If a worker may drown at a project,
(a) at least two workers trained to perform rescue operations shall be available to perform rescue operations;
(b) rescue equipment shall be provided in a suitable location on or near the project; and
(c) all workers on the project shall be advised of the rescue procedures to be followed and their role, if any, in carrying out a rescue. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 27 (2).
(3) The rescue equipment shall include,
(a) a seaworthy boat equipped with a lifebuoy attached to a buoyant heaving line not less than 15 metres in length and a boat hook; and
(b) Revoked: O. Reg. 443/09, s. 3 (2).
(c) an alarm system capable of warning a worker of the necessity of carrying out a rescue operation. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 27 (3); O. Reg. 443/09, s. 3 (2).
(4) The boat shall be power-driven if the water is likely to be rough or swift. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 27 (4).
(5) The alarm system shall be activated when a rescue operation is necessary. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 27 (5).
(6) Revoked: O. Reg. 443/09, s. 3 (3).
PART II
GENERAL CONSTRUCTION
Sections 35-40.1
(Housekeeping)
35. (1) Waste material and debris shall be removed to a disposal area and reusable material shall be removed to a storage area as often as is necessary to prevent a hazardous condition arising and, in any event, at least once daily. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 35 (1).
(2) Rubbish, debris and other materials shall not be permitted to fall freely from one level to another but shall be lowered by a chute, in a container or by a crane or hoist. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 35 (2).
(3) Despite subsection (2), rubbish, debris and other materials from demolition on a project may be permitted to fall or may be dropped into an enclosed designated area to which people do not have access. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 35 (3).
(4) A chute,
(a) shall be adequately constructed and rigidly fastened in place;
(b) if it has a slope exceeding a gradient of one in one, shall be enclosed on its four sides;
(c) shall have a gate at the bottom end if one is necessary to control the flow of material; and
(d) shall discharge into a container or an enclosed area surrounded by barriers. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 35 (4).
(5) The entrance to a chute,
(a) shall be constructed to prevent spilling over when rubbish, debris and other materials are being deposited into the chute;
(b) if it is at or below floor level, shall have a curb that is at least 100 millimetres high;
(c) shall not be more than 1.2 metres high;
(d) shall be kept closed when the chute is not in use; and
(e) shall be designed so that any person will be discouraged from entering it. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 35 (5).
36. If a formwork tie, reinforcing steel, a nail or another object protruding from concrete or another surface may endanger a worker, the protrusion shall be removed, cut off at the surface or otherwise protected as soon as practicable. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 36.
37. (1) Material or equipment at a project shall be stored and moved in a manner that does not endanger a worker. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 37 (1).
(2) No material or equipment to be moved by a crane or similar hoisting device shall be stored under or in close proximity to an energized outdoor overhead electrical conductor. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 37 (2).
38. Blocking, support chains, metal bands, wire rope and rigging components shall be removed from material or equipment in a manner that does not endanger a worker. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 38.
39. Material and equipment at a project shall be piled or stacked in a manner that prevents it from tipping, collapsing or rolling. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 39.
40. (1) No material shall be stored, stacked or piled closer than 1.8 metres to,
(a) an opening in a floor or roof;
(b) the open edge of a floor, roof or balcony; or
(c) an excavation. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 40 (1); O. Reg. 142/17, s. 8.
(2) Rubbish, debris and other materials shall not be permitted to fall freely from one level to another but shall be lowered by a chute, in a container or by a crane or hoist. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 35 (2).
(3) Despite subsection (2), rubbish, debris and other materials from demolition on a project may be permitted to fall or may be dropped into an enclosed designated area to which people do not have access. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 35 (3).
(4) A chute,
(a) shall be adequately constructed and rigidly fastened in place;
(b) if it has a slope exceeding a gradient of one in one, shall be enclosed on its four sides;
(c) shall have a gate at the bottom end if one is necessary to control the flow of material; and
(d) shall discharge into a container or an enclosed area surrounded by barriers. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 35 (4).
(5) The entrance to a chute,
(a) shall be constructed to prevent spilling over when rubbish, debris and other materials are being deposited into the chute;
(b) if it is at or below floor level, shall have a curb that is at least 100 millimetres high;
(c) shall not be more than 1.2 metres high;
(d) shall be kept closed when the chute is not in use; and
(e) shall be designed so that any person will be discouraged from entering it. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 35 (5).
36. If a formwork tie, reinforcing steel, a nail or another object protruding from concrete or another surface may endanger a worker, the protrusion shall be removed, cut off at the surface or otherwise protected as soon as practicable. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 36.
37. (1) Material or equipment at a project shall be stored and moved in a manner that does not endanger a worker. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 37 (1).
(2) No material or equipment to be moved by a crane or similar hoisting device shall be stored under or in close proximity to an energized outdoor overhead electrical conductor. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 37 (2).
38. Blocking, support chains, metal bands, wire rope and rigging components shall be removed from material or equipment in a manner that does not endanger a worker. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 38.
39. Material and equipment at a project shall be piled or stacked in a manner that prevents it from tipping, collapsing or rolling. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 39.
40. (1) No material shall be stored, stacked or piled closer than 1.8 metres to,
(a) an opening in a floor or roof;
(b) the open edge of a floor, roof or balcony; or
(c) an excavation. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 40 (1); O. Reg. 142/17, s. 8.
PART II
GENERAL CONSTRUCTION
Sections 70-77
(Access To and Egress From Work Areas )
70. (1) Access to and egress from a work area located above or below ground level shall be by stairs, runway, ramp or ladder. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 70 (1).
(2) Subsection (1) does not apply to a work platform within the meaning of section 136.1 that is able to be moved to give access to a floor, roof or platform or to ground level. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 70 (2); O. Reg. 242/16, s. 8.
71. Adequate means of egress shall be provided from a work area to permit the evacuation of workers during an emergency. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 71.
72. A work area, a route to and from a work area and a scaffold platform on which work is being performed shall be maintained at all times in a condition that does not endanger workers and, without limiting the generality of the foregoing,
(a) shall be kept clear of obstructions;
(b) shall be kept clear of snow, ice or other slippery material; and
(c) shall be treated with sand or similar material when necessary to ensure a firm footing. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 72.
(2) Subsection (1) does not apply to a work platform within the meaning of section 136.1 that is able to be moved to give access to a floor, roof or platform or to ground level. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 70 (2); O. Reg. 242/16, s. 8.
71. Adequate means of egress shall be provided from a work area to permit the evacuation of workers during an emergency. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 71.
72. A work area, a route to and from a work area and a scaffold platform on which work is being performed shall be maintained at all times in a condition that does not endanger workers and, without limiting the generality of the foregoing,
(a) shall be kept clear of obstructions;
(b) shall be kept clear of snow, ice or other slippery material; and
(c) shall be treated with sand or similar material when necessary to ensure a firm footing. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 72.
(Platforms, Runways and Ramps)
73. (1) Runways, ramps and platforms other than scaffold platforms shall meet the requirements of this section. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 73 (1).
(2) A runway, ramp or platform shall be designed, constructed and maintained to support or resist, without exceeding the allowable unit stresses for the materials of which it is made,
(a) all loads and forces to which it is likely to be subjected; and
(b) at least 2.4 kilonewtons per square metre. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 73 (2).
(3) No runway, ramp or platform shall be loaded in excess of the load that it is designed and constructed to bear. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 73 (3).
(4) A runway, ramp or platform shall be at least 460 millimetres wide and shall be securely fastened in place. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 73 (4).
74. (1) A ramp shall have,
(a) a slope not exceeding a gradient of 1 in 3; and
(b) if its slope exceeds a gradient of 1 in 8, cross cleats made from nineteen millimetres by thirty-eight millimetres boards that are securely nailed to the ramp and spaced at regular intervals not exceeding 500 millimetres. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 74 (1).
(2) Subsection (1) does not apply to a ramp installed in the stairwell of a building not exceeding two storeys in height if the ramp,
(a) has a slope not exceeding a gradient of 1 in 1; and
(b) has cross cleats made from thirty-eight millimetres by thirty-eight millimetres boards that are securely nailed to the ramp and spaced at regular intervals not exceeding 300 millimetres. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 74 (2).
(2) A runway, ramp or platform shall be designed, constructed and maintained to support or resist, without exceeding the allowable unit stresses for the materials of which it is made,
(a) all loads and forces to which it is likely to be subjected; and
(b) at least 2.4 kilonewtons per square metre. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 73 (2).
(3) No runway, ramp or platform shall be loaded in excess of the load that it is designed and constructed to bear. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 73 (3).
(4) A runway, ramp or platform shall be at least 460 millimetres wide and shall be securely fastened in place. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 73 (4).
74. (1) A ramp shall have,
(a) a slope not exceeding a gradient of 1 in 3; and
(b) if its slope exceeds a gradient of 1 in 8, cross cleats made from nineteen millimetres by thirty-eight millimetres boards that are securely nailed to the ramp and spaced at regular intervals not exceeding 500 millimetres. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 74 (1).
(2) Subsection (1) does not apply to a ramp installed in the stairwell of a building not exceeding two storeys in height if the ramp,
(a) has a slope not exceeding a gradient of 1 in 1; and
(b) has cross cleats made from thirty-eight millimetres by thirty-eight millimetres boards that are securely nailed to the ramp and spaced at regular intervals not exceeding 300 millimetres. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 74 (2).
(Stairs and Landings)
75. (1) No work shall be performed in a building or structure unless stairs are installed in accordance with this section. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 75 (1); O. Reg. 327/19, s. 1 (1).
(2) As the construction of a building or structure progresses, permanent or temporary stairs shall be installed from the lowest level, including the basement, up to,
(a) the uppermost work level; or
(b) if stairs would interfere with work on the uppermost work level, no more than two storeys or nine metres below the uppermost work level, whichever distance is shorter. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 75 (2); O. Reg. 142/17, s. 13; O. Reg. 327/19, s. 1 (2).
(3) Subsection (2) does not apply with respect to,
(a) a part of a building or structure in which only the structural steel beams or columns are erected;
(b) a structure to which a permanent ladder is attached before the structure is raised into position; or
(c) a part of a building or structure in which formwork or falsework is erected to a suspended slab. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 75 (3); O. Reg. 327/19, s. 1 (3).
76. (1) Temporary stairs and landings shall be designed, constructed and maintained to support a live load of 4.8 kilonewtons per square metre without exceeding the allowable unit stresses for each material used. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 76 (1).
(2) No temporary stair or landing shall be loaded in excess of the load it is designed and constructed to bear. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 76 (2).
77. (1) No work shall be performed in a building or structure with stairs unless the stairs meet the requirements of this section. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 77 (1).
(2) Stairs shall have,
(a) a clear width of at least 500 millimetres;
(b) treads and risers of uniform width, length and height;
(c) subject to subsection (3), stringers with a maximum slope of 50 degrees from the horizontal;
(d) landings that are less than 4.5 metres apart measured vertically;
(e) a securely fastened and supported wooden handrail on the open sides of each flight; and
(f) a guardrail on the open side of each landing. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 77 (2).
(3) The stringers of prefabricated stairs erected inside a tower formed by scaffold frame sections shall have a maximum slope of 60 degrees from the horizontal. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 77 (3).
(4) A wooden handrail shall measure thirty-eight millimetres by eighty-nine millimetres and shall be free of loose knots, sharp edges, splinters and shakes. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 77 (4).
(5) Skeleton steel stairs shall have temporary wooden treads securely fastened in place that are made of suitable planking extending the full width and breadth of the stairs and landings. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 77 (5).
(2) As the construction of a building or structure progresses, permanent or temporary stairs shall be installed from the lowest level, including the basement, up to,
(a) the uppermost work level; or
(b) if stairs would interfere with work on the uppermost work level, no more than two storeys or nine metres below the uppermost work level, whichever distance is shorter. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 75 (2); O. Reg. 142/17, s. 13; O. Reg. 327/19, s. 1 (2).
(3) Subsection (2) does not apply with respect to,
(a) a part of a building or structure in which only the structural steel beams or columns are erected;
(b) a structure to which a permanent ladder is attached before the structure is raised into position; or
(c) a part of a building or structure in which formwork or falsework is erected to a suspended slab. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 75 (3); O. Reg. 327/19, s. 1 (3).
76. (1) Temporary stairs and landings shall be designed, constructed and maintained to support a live load of 4.8 kilonewtons per square metre without exceeding the allowable unit stresses for each material used. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 76 (1).
(2) No temporary stair or landing shall be loaded in excess of the load it is designed and constructed to bear. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 76 (2).
77. (1) No work shall be performed in a building or structure with stairs unless the stairs meet the requirements of this section. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 77 (1).
(2) Stairs shall have,
(a) a clear width of at least 500 millimetres;
(b) treads and risers of uniform width, length and height;
(c) subject to subsection (3), stringers with a maximum slope of 50 degrees from the horizontal;
(d) landings that are less than 4.5 metres apart measured vertically;
(e) a securely fastened and supported wooden handrail on the open sides of each flight; and
(f) a guardrail on the open side of each landing. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 77 (2).
(3) The stringers of prefabricated stairs erected inside a tower formed by scaffold frame sections shall have a maximum slope of 60 degrees from the horizontal. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 77 (3).
(4) A wooden handrail shall measure thirty-eight millimetres by eighty-nine millimetres and shall be free of loose knots, sharp edges, splinters and shakes. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 77 (4).
(5) Skeleton steel stairs shall have temporary wooden treads securely fastened in place that are made of suitable planking extending the full width and breadth of the stairs and landings. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 77 (5).
PART II
GENERAL CONSTRUCTION
Sections 78-84
(Ladders)
78. In sections 78 to 84,
“extension trestle ladder” means a self-supporting portable ladder that is adjustable in length, consisting of a trestle ladder base, a vertically adjustable extension section and an adequate means of locking the ladder base and extension section together; (“escabeau coulissant à chevalet”)
“platform ladder” means a self-supporting portable ladder that is not adjustable in length, where the highest standing level is a platform; (“escabeau à plateforme”)
“single ladder” means a non-self-supporting portable ladder that is not adjustable in length and having only one section; (“échelle simple”)
“step-ladder” means a self-supporting portable ladder that is not adjustable in length, having flat steps and a hinged back, and whose back section is either a single ladder or other supporting device, but does not include a step stool or platform ladder; (“escabeau”)
“step stool” means a self-supporting, portable, fixed or foldable ladder, not adjustable in length, and having,
(a) a height of 800 millimetres or less, excluding side rails, if any, above the top cap,
(b) flat steps, but no pail shelf, and
(c) a ladder top cap that can be stood or stepped on; (“tabouret-escabeau”)
“top step” means the first step below the top cap of a step-ladder or, if there is no top cap, the first step below the top of the rails; (“échelon supérieur”)
“trestle ladder” means a self-supporting portable ladder, non-adjustable in length, having two sections and hinged at the top so as to be able to form equal angles with the base. (“escabeau à chevalet”)O. Reg. 345/15, s. 13.
79. A ladder shall be designed, constructed and maintained so as not to endanger a worker and shall be capable of withstanding all loads to which it may be subjected. O. Reg. 345/15, s. 13.
80. (1) A portable ladder at a project shall be manufactured and shall meet the design, performance, test and marking requirements of a Grade 1, Grade 1A or Grade 1AA ladder in the CSA Standard Z11-12, Portable Ladders. O. Reg. 345/15, s. 13.
(2) Despite subsection (1), a portable single ladder that is custom-built for use at a project may be used at the project if the ladder has,
(a) rungs spaced at 300 millimetres on centres;
(b) side rails at least 300 millimetres apart; and
(c) a maximum length, measured along its side rail, of not more than nine metres. O. Reg. 345/15, s. 13.
(3) If a portable single ladder under subsection (2) is made of wood, the ladder shall also,
(a) be made of wood that is straight-grained and free of loose knots, sharp edges, splinters and shakes; and
(b) not be painted or coated with an opaque material that obscures the wood grain or interferes with inspections of the ladder. O. Reg. 345/15, s. 13.
(4) If the rungs of a ladder under subsection (3) are of the cleat type, the ladder shall also,
(a) have side rails that are not less than 400 millimetres but not more than 610 millimetres apart;
(b) have side rails that measure not less than,
(i) 38 millimetres by 89 millimetres if the ladder is 5.8 metres long or less, or
(ii) 38 millimetres by 140 millimetres if the ladder is more than 5.8 metres long;
(c) have rungs that measure not less than,
(i) 19 millimetres by 64 millimetres if the side rails are 400 millimetres apart, or
(ii) 19 millimetres by 89 millimetres if the side rails are more than 400 millimetres apart; and
(d) have rungs braced by filler blocks that are at least 19 millimetres thick and located between the rungs. O. Reg. 345/15, s. 13.
(5) If a ladder under subsection (3) is a double-width wooden ladder, the ladder shall also,
(a) have three evenly-spaced rails that measure at least 38 millimetres by 140 millimetres;
(b) have rungs that,
(i) measure at least 38 millimetres by 89 millimetres,
(ii) extend the full width of the ladder, and
(iii) are braced by filler blocks that are at least 19 millimetres thick; and
(c) be at least 1.5 metres wide but not more than 2 metres wide. O. Reg. 345/15, s. 13.
81. (1) A portable ladder,
(a) shall be free from defective or loose rungs;
(b) shall be placed on a firm and level footing or support surface; and
(c) shall not be used in an elevator shaft or a similar hoisting area when the shaft or area is being used for hoisting. O. Reg. 345/15, s. 13.
(2) A non-self-supporting portable ladder shall be situated so that its base is not less than one-quarter, and not more than one-third, of the length of the ladder from a point directly below the top of the ladder and at the same level as the base of the ladder, if the ladder is not securely fastened to prevent its movement. O. Reg. 345/15, s. 13.
(3) A portable ladder or ladder section shall not be tied or fastened to another ladder or ladder section to increase its length unless the manufacturer’s instructions allow for this. O. Reg. 345/15, s. 13.
(4) A manufactured portable ladder shall be used in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. O. Reg. 345/15, s. 13.
82. (1) This section applies if a portable ladder is used as a means of access and egress between,
(a) levels of a building or structure;
(b) the ground or grade level to a building or structure; or
(c) different work surface levels. O. Reg. 345/15, s. 13.
(2) The ladder,
(a) shall extend at the upper level at least 900 millimetres above the landing surface;
(b) shall, subject to subsection (3), have a clear space of at least 150 millimetres behind every rung;
(c) shall be located so that an adequate landing surface that is clear of obstructions is available at the top and bottom of the ladder for access and egress; and
(d) shall be secured at the top and bottom to prevent movement of the ladder. O. Reg. 345/15, s. 13.
(3) Clause (2) (b) does not apply to a ladder lying on an excavation wall that is sloped, as required by section 234. O. Reg. 345/15, s. 13.
83. (1) When a step-ladder is being used, its legs shall be fully spread open and its spreaders shall be locked. O. Reg. 345/15, s. 13.
(2) No worker shall stand or step on,
(a) the top cap, top step or pail shelf of a step-ladder;
(b) the top cap or top step of a combination ladder when it is used as a step-ladder;
(c) the top step of the extension section of an extension trestle ladder; or
(d) the top step of a trestle ladder. O. Reg. 345/15, s. 13.
84. (1) Subject to subsection (2), an access ladder fixed in position,
(a) shall be vertical;
(b) shall have rest platforms at not more than nine metre intervals;
(c) shall be offset at each rest platform;
(d) where the ladder extends over five metres above grade, floor or landing, shall have a safety cage commencing not more than 2.2 metres above grade, floor or landing and continuing at least 90 centimetres above the top landing with openings to permit access by a worker to rest platforms or to the top landing;
(e) shall have side rails that extend 90 centimetres above the landing;
(f) shall have rungs that are at least 15 centimetres from the wall and spaced at regular intervals;
(g) shall have an adequate landing surface that is clear of obstructions at the top and bottom of the ladder for access and egress;
(h) shall be free from defective or loose rungs; and
(i) shall not be used in an elevator shaft or a similar hoisting area when the shaft or area is being used for hoisting. O. Reg. 631/94, s. 2; O. Reg. 345/15, s. 14 (1, 2).
(2) Clauses (1) (b), (c) and (d) do not apply to any access ladder on a tower, water tank, chimney or similar structure that has a safety device that will provide protection should a worker using the ladder fall. O. Reg. 345/15, s. 14 (3).
“extension trestle ladder” means a self-supporting portable ladder that is adjustable in length, consisting of a trestle ladder base, a vertically adjustable extension section and an adequate means of locking the ladder base and extension section together; (“escabeau coulissant à chevalet”)
“platform ladder” means a self-supporting portable ladder that is not adjustable in length, where the highest standing level is a platform; (“escabeau à plateforme”)
“single ladder” means a non-self-supporting portable ladder that is not adjustable in length and having only one section; (“échelle simple”)
“step-ladder” means a self-supporting portable ladder that is not adjustable in length, having flat steps and a hinged back, and whose back section is either a single ladder or other supporting device, but does not include a step stool or platform ladder; (“escabeau”)
“step stool” means a self-supporting, portable, fixed or foldable ladder, not adjustable in length, and having,
(a) a height of 800 millimetres or less, excluding side rails, if any, above the top cap,
(b) flat steps, but no pail shelf, and
(c) a ladder top cap that can be stood or stepped on; (“tabouret-escabeau”)
“top step” means the first step below the top cap of a step-ladder or, if there is no top cap, the first step below the top of the rails; (“échelon supérieur”)
“trestle ladder” means a self-supporting portable ladder, non-adjustable in length, having two sections and hinged at the top so as to be able to form equal angles with the base. (“escabeau à chevalet”)O. Reg. 345/15, s. 13.
79. A ladder shall be designed, constructed and maintained so as not to endanger a worker and shall be capable of withstanding all loads to which it may be subjected. O. Reg. 345/15, s. 13.
80. (1) A portable ladder at a project shall be manufactured and shall meet the design, performance, test and marking requirements of a Grade 1, Grade 1A or Grade 1AA ladder in the CSA Standard Z11-12, Portable Ladders. O. Reg. 345/15, s. 13.
(2) Despite subsection (1), a portable single ladder that is custom-built for use at a project may be used at the project if the ladder has,
(a) rungs spaced at 300 millimetres on centres;
(b) side rails at least 300 millimetres apart; and
(c) a maximum length, measured along its side rail, of not more than nine metres. O. Reg. 345/15, s. 13.
(3) If a portable single ladder under subsection (2) is made of wood, the ladder shall also,
(a) be made of wood that is straight-grained and free of loose knots, sharp edges, splinters and shakes; and
(b) not be painted or coated with an opaque material that obscures the wood grain or interferes with inspections of the ladder. O. Reg. 345/15, s. 13.
(4) If the rungs of a ladder under subsection (3) are of the cleat type, the ladder shall also,
(a) have side rails that are not less than 400 millimetres but not more than 610 millimetres apart;
(b) have side rails that measure not less than,
(i) 38 millimetres by 89 millimetres if the ladder is 5.8 metres long or less, or
(ii) 38 millimetres by 140 millimetres if the ladder is more than 5.8 metres long;
(c) have rungs that measure not less than,
(i) 19 millimetres by 64 millimetres if the side rails are 400 millimetres apart, or
(ii) 19 millimetres by 89 millimetres if the side rails are more than 400 millimetres apart; and
(d) have rungs braced by filler blocks that are at least 19 millimetres thick and located between the rungs. O. Reg. 345/15, s. 13.
(5) If a ladder under subsection (3) is a double-width wooden ladder, the ladder shall also,
(a) have three evenly-spaced rails that measure at least 38 millimetres by 140 millimetres;
(b) have rungs that,
(i) measure at least 38 millimetres by 89 millimetres,
(ii) extend the full width of the ladder, and
(iii) are braced by filler blocks that are at least 19 millimetres thick; and
(c) be at least 1.5 metres wide but not more than 2 metres wide. O. Reg. 345/15, s. 13.
81. (1) A portable ladder,
(a) shall be free from defective or loose rungs;
(b) shall be placed on a firm and level footing or support surface; and
(c) shall not be used in an elevator shaft or a similar hoisting area when the shaft or area is being used for hoisting. O. Reg. 345/15, s. 13.
(2) A non-self-supporting portable ladder shall be situated so that its base is not less than one-quarter, and not more than one-third, of the length of the ladder from a point directly below the top of the ladder and at the same level as the base of the ladder, if the ladder is not securely fastened to prevent its movement. O. Reg. 345/15, s. 13.
(3) A portable ladder or ladder section shall not be tied or fastened to another ladder or ladder section to increase its length unless the manufacturer’s instructions allow for this. O. Reg. 345/15, s. 13.
(4) A manufactured portable ladder shall be used in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. O. Reg. 345/15, s. 13.
82. (1) This section applies if a portable ladder is used as a means of access and egress between,
(a) levels of a building or structure;
(b) the ground or grade level to a building or structure; or
(c) different work surface levels. O. Reg. 345/15, s. 13.
(2) The ladder,
(a) shall extend at the upper level at least 900 millimetres above the landing surface;
(b) shall, subject to subsection (3), have a clear space of at least 150 millimetres behind every rung;
(c) shall be located so that an adequate landing surface that is clear of obstructions is available at the top and bottom of the ladder for access and egress; and
(d) shall be secured at the top and bottom to prevent movement of the ladder. O. Reg. 345/15, s. 13.
(3) Clause (2) (b) does not apply to a ladder lying on an excavation wall that is sloped, as required by section 234. O. Reg. 345/15, s. 13.
83. (1) When a step-ladder is being used, its legs shall be fully spread open and its spreaders shall be locked. O. Reg. 345/15, s. 13.
(2) No worker shall stand or step on,
(a) the top cap, top step or pail shelf of a step-ladder;
(b) the top cap or top step of a combination ladder when it is used as a step-ladder;
(c) the top step of the extension section of an extension trestle ladder; or
(d) the top step of a trestle ladder. O. Reg. 345/15, s. 13.
84. (1) Subject to subsection (2), an access ladder fixed in position,
(a) shall be vertical;
(b) shall have rest platforms at not more than nine metre intervals;
(c) shall be offset at each rest platform;
(d) where the ladder extends over five metres above grade, floor or landing, shall have a safety cage commencing not more than 2.2 metres above grade, floor or landing and continuing at least 90 centimetres above the top landing with openings to permit access by a worker to rest platforms or to the top landing;
(e) shall have side rails that extend 90 centimetres above the landing;
(f) shall have rungs that are at least 15 centimetres from the wall and spaced at regular intervals;
(g) shall have an adequate landing surface that is clear of obstructions at the top and bottom of the ladder for access and egress;
(h) shall be free from defective or loose rungs; and
(i) shall not be used in an elevator shaft or a similar hoisting area when the shaft or area is being used for hoisting. O. Reg. 631/94, s. 2; O. Reg. 345/15, s. 14 (1, 2).
(2) Clauses (1) (b), (c) and (d) do not apply to any access ladder on a tower, water tank, chimney or similar structure that has a safety device that will provide protection should a worker using the ladder fall. O. Reg. 345/15, s. 14 (3).
PART II
GENERAL CONSTRUCTION
Sections 93.1-93.4
(Equipment, General)
93. (1) All vehicles, machinery, tools and equipment shall be maintained in a condition that does not endanger a worker. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 93 (1).
(2) No vehicle, machine, tool or equipment shall be used,
(a) while it is defective or hazardous;
(b) when the weather or other conditions are such that its use is likely to endanger a worker; or
(c) while it is being repaired or serviced, unless the repair or servicing requires that it be operated. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 93 (2); O. Reg. 145/00, s. 25 (1).
(3) All vehicles, machines, tools and equipment shall be used in accordance with any operating manuals issued by the manufacturers. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 25 (2).
(4) For vehicles, machines, tools and equipment rated at greater than 10 horsepower, copies of any operating manuals issued by the manufacturers shall be kept readily available at the project. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 25 (2).
Sections 113; 115
113. No object or material shall be placed, left or stored in a location or manner that may endanger a worker. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 113.
115. No barrel, box or other loose object shall be used as a work place or as a support for a ladder, scaffold or work platform. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 115.
115. No barrel, box or other loose object shall be used as a work place or as a support for a ladder, scaffold or work platform. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 115.
PART II
GENERAL CONSTRUCTION
Section 116
(Stilts)
116. (1) No stilts shall be present at or used on a project except in accordance with this section. O. Reg. 443/09, s. 4.
(2) No leg extensions, other than stilts, shall be present at or used on a project. O. Reg. 443/09, s. 4.
(3) Subject to subsection (4), stilts may be used on a project for work in residential units and residential common areas only if they are used for the following purposes:
1. Drywall finishing work.
2. Installation of insulation.
3. Installation of vapour barriers. O. Reg. 443/09, s. 4.
(4) Stilts shall not be used on a scaffold or to climb up or down stairs. O. Reg. 443/09, s. 4.
(5) Stilts used in accordance with this section shall,
(a) be commercially manufactured;
(b) be made of unpainted metal;
(c) have a non-slip surface on the bottom of each base plate;
(d) be in good working condition; and
(e) be suitable for their intended use. O. Reg. 443/09, s. 4.
(6) Stilts may be used to a maximum height of 76 centimetres as measured from the work surface that the user of the stilts would otherwise stand on to the top of the foot plate. O. Reg. 443/09, s. 4.
(7) Stilts may be used on a work surface only if the work surface satisfies the following conditions:
1. It is made of rigid material.
2. It is either level or does not have a slope of more than three per cent.
3. All openings on the work surface are adequately covered or guarded.
4. All open sides of the work surface are adequately guarded.
5. It is free of debris or anything else that may be a hazard to a worker on stilts.
6. All obstructions that cannot be removed are adequately guarded, placed or secured to prevent a worker on stilts from being injured. O. Reg. 443/09, s. 4.
(8) If stilts are used in a work area for which sections 26.1 and 26.3 require a guardrail system, the guardrail system shall be modified by adding,
(a) an additional top rail,
(i) 76 centimetres above the existing top rail, or
(ii) at a height above the existing top rail equal to the height of the stilts being used in the work area; and
(b) an intermediate rail that is located midway between the additional top rail and the existing top rail. O. Reg. 443/09, s. 4.
(9) A modified guardrail system described in subsection (8) shall be capable of resisting any load it could be subjected to by a worker on stilts. O. Reg. 443/09, s. 4.
(10) An employer shall ensure that a worker who uses stilts is trained in their use by completing an adequate training program that,
(a) enables the worker to demonstrate proficiency in the safe and proper use of stilts; and
(b) provides instruction on the relevant requirements of this Regulation; and
(c) provides instruction on,
(i) mounting and dismounting,
(ii) adjusting stilts to suit the individual worker and the work,
(iii) walking on and working with stilts while maintaining balance and stability,
(iv) inspecting stilts for damage and defects,
(v) maintaining, servicing and storing stilts,
(vi) conducting an inspection of the work area before commencing work to identify hazards for stilts use,
(vii) correcting any hazardous conditions identified under subclause (vi), and
(viii) setting up tools and materials to ensure they are adequately accessible when using stilts. O. Reg. 443/09, s. 4.
(11) No worker shall use stilts at a project unless he or she has successfully completed a program described in subsection (10) and carries proof of completing the program at all times when using the stilts. O. Reg. 443/09, s. 4.
(12) A worker using stilts at a project shall inspect the stilts for damage, wear, corrosion and other defects the first time each day that the worker uses the stilts. O. Reg. 443/09, s. 4.
(13) An employer shall ensure that a worker does not use stilts that are damaged, worn, corroded or defective and no worker shall use such stilts. O. Reg. 443/09, s. 4.
(14) Stilts shall be stored, serviced and maintained in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. O. Reg. 443/09, s. 4.
(2) No leg extensions, other than stilts, shall be present at or used on a project. O. Reg. 443/09, s. 4.
(3) Subject to subsection (4), stilts may be used on a project for work in residential units and residential common areas only if they are used for the following purposes:
1. Drywall finishing work.
2. Installation of insulation.
3. Installation of vapour barriers. O. Reg. 443/09, s. 4.
(4) Stilts shall not be used on a scaffold or to climb up or down stairs. O. Reg. 443/09, s. 4.
(5) Stilts used in accordance with this section shall,
(a) be commercially manufactured;
(b) be made of unpainted metal;
(c) have a non-slip surface on the bottom of each base plate;
(d) be in good working condition; and
(e) be suitable for their intended use. O. Reg. 443/09, s. 4.
(6) Stilts may be used to a maximum height of 76 centimetres as measured from the work surface that the user of the stilts would otherwise stand on to the top of the foot plate. O. Reg. 443/09, s. 4.
(7) Stilts may be used on a work surface only if the work surface satisfies the following conditions:
1. It is made of rigid material.
2. It is either level or does not have a slope of more than three per cent.
3. All openings on the work surface are adequately covered or guarded.
4. All open sides of the work surface are adequately guarded.
5. It is free of debris or anything else that may be a hazard to a worker on stilts.
6. All obstructions that cannot be removed are adequately guarded, placed or secured to prevent a worker on stilts from being injured. O. Reg. 443/09, s. 4.
(8) If stilts are used in a work area for which sections 26.1 and 26.3 require a guardrail system, the guardrail system shall be modified by adding,
(a) an additional top rail,
(i) 76 centimetres above the existing top rail, or
(ii) at a height above the existing top rail equal to the height of the stilts being used in the work area; and
(b) an intermediate rail that is located midway between the additional top rail and the existing top rail. O. Reg. 443/09, s. 4.
(9) A modified guardrail system described in subsection (8) shall be capable of resisting any load it could be subjected to by a worker on stilts. O. Reg. 443/09, s. 4.
(10) An employer shall ensure that a worker who uses stilts is trained in their use by completing an adequate training program that,
(a) enables the worker to demonstrate proficiency in the safe and proper use of stilts; and
(b) provides instruction on the relevant requirements of this Regulation; and
(c) provides instruction on,
(i) mounting and dismounting,
(ii) adjusting stilts to suit the individual worker and the work,
(iii) walking on and working with stilts while maintaining balance and stability,
(iv) inspecting stilts for damage and defects,
(v) maintaining, servicing and storing stilts,
(vi) conducting an inspection of the work area before commencing work to identify hazards for stilts use,
(vii) correcting any hazardous conditions identified under subclause (vi), and
(viii) setting up tools and materials to ensure they are adequately accessible when using stilts. O. Reg. 443/09, s. 4.
(11) No worker shall use stilts at a project unless he or she has successfully completed a program described in subsection (10) and carries proof of completing the program at all times when using the stilts. O. Reg. 443/09, s. 4.
(12) A worker using stilts at a project shall inspect the stilts for damage, wear, corrosion and other defects the first time each day that the worker uses the stilts. O. Reg. 443/09, s. 4.
(13) An employer shall ensure that a worker does not use stilts that are damaged, worn, corroded or defective and no worker shall use such stilts. O. Reg. 443/09, s. 4.
(14) Stilts shall be stored, serviced and maintained in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. O. Reg. 443/09, s. 4.
PART II
GENERAL CONSTRUCTION
Section 125-136
(Access at Heights)
125. (1) Where work cannot be done on or from the ground or from a building or other permanent structure without hazard to workers, a worker shall be provided with a scaffold, a suspended work platform, a boatswain’s chair or a multi-point suspended work platform that meets the requirements of this Regulation. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 9.
(2) A worker who is on or under a scaffold, a suspended work platform system or a multi-point suspended work platform while it is being erected, altered or dismantled shall be on a part of the scaffold, suspended work platform system or multi-point suspended work platform that meets the requirements of this Regulation. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 9.
(2) A worker who is on or under a scaffold, a suspended work platform system or a multi-point suspended work platform while it is being erected, altered or dismantled shall be on a part of the scaffold, suspended work platform system or multi-point suspended work platform that meets the requirements of this Regulation. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 9.
(Scaffolds and Work Platforms)
126. (1) Every scaffold shall be designed and constructed to support or resist,
(a) two times the maximum load or force to which it is likely to be subjected, without exceeding the allowable unit stresses for the materials of which it is made; and
(b) four times the maximum load or force to which it is likely to be subjected without overturning. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 126 (1).
(2) Despite clause (1) (a), a scaffold with structural components whose capacity can only be determined by testing shall be designed and constructed to support or resist three times the maximum load or force to which it is likely to be subjected without causing the failure of any component. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 126 (2).
(3) No scaffold shall be loaded in excess of the load that it is designed and constructed to bear. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 126 (3).
127. (1) The failure load of a scaffold which consists of structural components whose capacity cannot be determined by testing shall be established by testing the components in a manner that simulates the actual loading conditions for which each of the components is fabricated. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 127 (1).
(2) A professional engineer shall verify and certify the results of a test and the corresponding rated load of the scaffold. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 127 (2).
(3) The constructor shall make available to an inspector upon request a copy of the certification by the professional engineer. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 127 (3).
128. (1) Every scaffold,
(a) shall have uprights braced diagonally in the horizontal and vertical planes to prevent lateral movement;
(b) shall have horizontal members that are adequately secured to prevent lateral movement and that do not have splices between the points of support;
(c) shall have footings, sills or supports that are sound, rigid and capable of supporting at least two times the maximum load to which the scaffold may be subjected without settlement or deformation that may affect the stability of the scaffold;
(d) shall have all fittings and gear, including base plates or wheels, installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions;
(e) shall have connecting devices between frames that provide positive engagement in tension and compression;
(f) shall have safety catches on all hooks; and
(g) shall be adequately secured at vertical intervals not exceeding three times the least lateral dimension of the scaffold, measured at the base, to prevent lateral movement. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 128 (1).
(2) A scaffold shall be constructed of suitable structural materials and, if lumber is used, it shall be construction grade or Number 1 Grade spruce. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 128 (2).
(3) A scaffold mounted on pneumatic tires shall not be supported by the pneumatic tires while the scaffold is being erected, used or dismantled. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 128 (3).
(4) If tubular metal frames are used to support masonry units on a scaffold platform, each frame leg shall have a minimum working load of,
(a) twenty-two kilonewtons for standard frames; and
(b) 16.7 kilonewtons for walk-through frames. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 128 (4).
129. (1) A scaffold mounted on castors or wheels,
(a) shall be equipped with a suitable braking device on each castor or wheel; and
(b) shall have the brakes applied when a worker is on the scaffold. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 129 (1).
(2) A scaffold mounted on castors or wheels shall be equipped with guy wires or outriggers to prevent its overturning if the height of the scaffold platform exceeds three times the least lateral dimension of the scaffold,
(a) measured at the base of the scaffold; or
(b) if outriggers are used, measured between the outriggers. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 129 (2).
(3) No scaffold mounted on castors or wheels that has a scaffold platform more than 2.4 metres above the base shall be moved when a worker is on it unless,
(a) the worker is wearing a full body harness as part of a fall arrest system attached to a fixed support; and
(b) the scaffold is being moved on a firm level surface. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 129 (3).
130. (1) A scaffold shall be designed by a professional engineer and shall be erected in accordance with the design if the scaffold exceeds,
(a) fifteen metres in height above its base support; or
(b) ten metres in height above its base support if the scaffold is constructed of a tube and clamp system. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 130 (1).
(2) Design drawings for a scaffold shall set out erection instructions and the rated loads for the scaffold. O. Reg. 85/04, s. 12.
(3) A professional engineer or a competent worker designated by the supervisor of the project shall inspect the scaffold before it is used to ensure that it is erected in accordance with the design drawings. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 130 (3).
(4) The person carrying out an inspection shall state in writing whether the scaffold is erected in accordance with the design drawings. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 130 (4).
(5) The constructor shall keep at a project the design drawings and the written statement for a scaffold while the scaffold is erected. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 130 (5).
131. Only a competent worker shall supervise the erection, alteration and dismantling of a scaffold. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 131.
132. (1) A professional engineer shall inspect and give a written opinion as to the structural adequacy of a centre pole scaffold used in silo construction when required by subsection (2). O. Reg. 213/91, s. 132 (1).
(2) An inspection shall be performed on the earlier of,
(a) the twenty-fourth time the scaffold is erected following the most recent inspection; or
(b) for a scaffold used in the construction of,
(i) a monolithic silo, two years after the scaffold is erected or after the most recent inspection, and
(ii) a stave silo, one year after the scaffold is erected or after the most recent inspection. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 132 (2).
(3) The employer responsible for constructing the silo shall keep with a scaffold every written opinion by a professional engineer concerning the scaffold while it is in use on a project. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 132 (3).
(4) The employer responsible for constructing the silo shall record information about the frequency of use of the scaffold in a log book which shall be kept with the scaffold while it is in use on a project. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 132 (4).
133. (1) This section applies with respect to a worker who is installing reinforcing steel on a vertical surface consisting of horizontal reinforcing steel bars. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 133 (1).
(2) A scaffold shall be provided for a worker who is working more than 3.7 metres above the ground or a floor. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 133 (2).
(3) If a scaffold cannot be erected, a worker shall use and wear a work belt. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 133 (3).
(4) No worker who is climbing the vertical surface shall carry reinforcing steel bars. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 133 (4).
134. (1) Every scaffold platform and other work platform shall be designed, constructed and maintained to support or resist, without exceeding the allowable unit stresses for the materials of which it is constructed,
(a) all loads and forces to which it is likely to be subjected; and
(b) at least 2.4 kilonewtons per square metre. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 134 (1).
(2) Each component of a scaffold platform or other work platform shall be capable of supporting a load of at least 2.2 kilonewtons without exceeding the allowable unit stress for each material used. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 134 (2).
(3) No scaffold platform or other work platform shall be loaded in excess of the load that it is designed and constructed to bear. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 134 (3).
135. (1) A scaffold platform or other work platform,
(a) shall be at least 460 millimetres wide;
(b) if it is 2.4 metres or more above a floor, roof or other surface, consist of planks laid tightly side by side for the full width of the scaffold;
(c) shall be provided with a guardrail as required by section 26.3;
(d) shall be provided with a means of access as required by section 70;
(e) shall not have any unguarded openings; and
(f) shall have each component secured against slipping from its supports. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 135 (1); O. Reg. 527/00, s. 4.
(2) A scaffold platform or other work platform made of sawn lumber planks shall have planks of number 1 grade spruce that do not have any defect affecting their load-carrying capacity and,
(a) that bear a legible grade identification stamp or are permanently identified as being number 1 grade spruce;
(b) that are at least forty-eight millimetres thick by 248 millimetres wide;
(c) that are arranged so that their span does not exceed 2.1 metres;
(d) that overhang their supports by not less than 150 millimetres and not more than 300 millimetres; and
(e) that are cleated or otherwise secured against slipping. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 135 (2).
136. (1) Cubes of masonry units on a scaffold platform shall be placed directly over the scaffold frame. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 136 (1).
(2) If it is not practicable to comply with subsection (1), the masonry units shall be placed on the scaffold platform in a manner that conforms with the load capability provisions of the scaffold platform as set out in section 134. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 136 (2).
(3) The surface of an outrigger bracket platform used by a masonry worker shall be not more than one metre below the associated material storage platform. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 136 (3).
(4) Masonry units to be installed in a building or structure shall be distributed along the scaffold platform before being used. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 136 (4).
136.0.1 (1) The distance between the platform of an outrigger scaffold and the wall beyond which the scaffold extends shall not exceed 75 millimetres. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 10.
(2) The outrigger beams of an outrigger scaffold shall be secured against horizontal and vertical movement. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 10.
(a) two times the maximum load or force to which it is likely to be subjected, without exceeding the allowable unit stresses for the materials of which it is made; and
(b) four times the maximum load or force to which it is likely to be subjected without overturning. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 126 (1).
(2) Despite clause (1) (a), a scaffold with structural components whose capacity can only be determined by testing shall be designed and constructed to support or resist three times the maximum load or force to which it is likely to be subjected without causing the failure of any component. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 126 (2).
(3) No scaffold shall be loaded in excess of the load that it is designed and constructed to bear. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 126 (3).
127. (1) The failure load of a scaffold which consists of structural components whose capacity cannot be determined by testing shall be established by testing the components in a manner that simulates the actual loading conditions for which each of the components is fabricated. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 127 (1).
(2) A professional engineer shall verify and certify the results of a test and the corresponding rated load of the scaffold. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 127 (2).
(3) The constructor shall make available to an inspector upon request a copy of the certification by the professional engineer. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 127 (3).
128. (1) Every scaffold,
(a) shall have uprights braced diagonally in the horizontal and vertical planes to prevent lateral movement;
(b) shall have horizontal members that are adequately secured to prevent lateral movement and that do not have splices between the points of support;
(c) shall have footings, sills or supports that are sound, rigid and capable of supporting at least two times the maximum load to which the scaffold may be subjected without settlement or deformation that may affect the stability of the scaffold;
(d) shall have all fittings and gear, including base plates or wheels, installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions;
(e) shall have connecting devices between frames that provide positive engagement in tension and compression;
(f) shall have safety catches on all hooks; and
(g) shall be adequately secured at vertical intervals not exceeding three times the least lateral dimension of the scaffold, measured at the base, to prevent lateral movement. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 128 (1).
(2) A scaffold shall be constructed of suitable structural materials and, if lumber is used, it shall be construction grade or Number 1 Grade spruce. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 128 (2).
(3) A scaffold mounted on pneumatic tires shall not be supported by the pneumatic tires while the scaffold is being erected, used or dismantled. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 128 (3).
(4) If tubular metal frames are used to support masonry units on a scaffold platform, each frame leg shall have a minimum working load of,
(a) twenty-two kilonewtons for standard frames; and
(b) 16.7 kilonewtons for walk-through frames. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 128 (4).
129. (1) A scaffold mounted on castors or wheels,
(a) shall be equipped with a suitable braking device on each castor or wheel; and
(b) shall have the brakes applied when a worker is on the scaffold. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 129 (1).
(2) A scaffold mounted on castors or wheels shall be equipped with guy wires or outriggers to prevent its overturning if the height of the scaffold platform exceeds three times the least lateral dimension of the scaffold,
(a) measured at the base of the scaffold; or
(b) if outriggers are used, measured between the outriggers. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 129 (2).
(3) No scaffold mounted on castors or wheels that has a scaffold platform more than 2.4 metres above the base shall be moved when a worker is on it unless,
(a) the worker is wearing a full body harness as part of a fall arrest system attached to a fixed support; and
(b) the scaffold is being moved on a firm level surface. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 129 (3).
130. (1) A scaffold shall be designed by a professional engineer and shall be erected in accordance with the design if the scaffold exceeds,
(a) fifteen metres in height above its base support; or
(b) ten metres in height above its base support if the scaffold is constructed of a tube and clamp system. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 130 (1).
(2) Design drawings for a scaffold shall set out erection instructions and the rated loads for the scaffold. O. Reg. 85/04, s. 12.
(3) A professional engineer or a competent worker designated by the supervisor of the project shall inspect the scaffold before it is used to ensure that it is erected in accordance with the design drawings. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 130 (3).
(4) The person carrying out an inspection shall state in writing whether the scaffold is erected in accordance with the design drawings. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 130 (4).
(5) The constructor shall keep at a project the design drawings and the written statement for a scaffold while the scaffold is erected. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 130 (5).
131. Only a competent worker shall supervise the erection, alteration and dismantling of a scaffold. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 131.
132. (1) A professional engineer shall inspect and give a written opinion as to the structural adequacy of a centre pole scaffold used in silo construction when required by subsection (2). O. Reg. 213/91, s. 132 (1).
(2) An inspection shall be performed on the earlier of,
(a) the twenty-fourth time the scaffold is erected following the most recent inspection; or
(b) for a scaffold used in the construction of,
(i) a monolithic silo, two years after the scaffold is erected or after the most recent inspection, and
(ii) a stave silo, one year after the scaffold is erected or after the most recent inspection. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 132 (2).
(3) The employer responsible for constructing the silo shall keep with a scaffold every written opinion by a professional engineer concerning the scaffold while it is in use on a project. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 132 (3).
(4) The employer responsible for constructing the silo shall record information about the frequency of use of the scaffold in a log book which shall be kept with the scaffold while it is in use on a project. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 132 (4).
133. (1) This section applies with respect to a worker who is installing reinforcing steel on a vertical surface consisting of horizontal reinforcing steel bars. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 133 (1).
(2) A scaffold shall be provided for a worker who is working more than 3.7 metres above the ground or a floor. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 133 (2).
(3) If a scaffold cannot be erected, a worker shall use and wear a work belt. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 133 (3).
(4) No worker who is climbing the vertical surface shall carry reinforcing steel bars. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 133 (4).
134. (1) Every scaffold platform and other work platform shall be designed, constructed and maintained to support or resist, without exceeding the allowable unit stresses for the materials of which it is constructed,
(a) all loads and forces to which it is likely to be subjected; and
(b) at least 2.4 kilonewtons per square metre. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 134 (1).
(2) Each component of a scaffold platform or other work platform shall be capable of supporting a load of at least 2.2 kilonewtons without exceeding the allowable unit stress for each material used. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 134 (2).
(3) No scaffold platform or other work platform shall be loaded in excess of the load that it is designed and constructed to bear. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 134 (3).
135. (1) A scaffold platform or other work platform,
(a) shall be at least 460 millimetres wide;
(b) if it is 2.4 metres or more above a floor, roof or other surface, consist of planks laid tightly side by side for the full width of the scaffold;
(c) shall be provided with a guardrail as required by section 26.3;
(d) shall be provided with a means of access as required by section 70;
(e) shall not have any unguarded openings; and
(f) shall have each component secured against slipping from its supports. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 135 (1); O. Reg. 527/00, s. 4.
(2) A scaffold platform or other work platform made of sawn lumber planks shall have planks of number 1 grade spruce that do not have any defect affecting their load-carrying capacity and,
(a) that bear a legible grade identification stamp or are permanently identified as being number 1 grade spruce;
(b) that are at least forty-eight millimetres thick by 248 millimetres wide;
(c) that are arranged so that their span does not exceed 2.1 metres;
(d) that overhang their supports by not less than 150 millimetres and not more than 300 millimetres; and
(e) that are cleated or otherwise secured against slipping. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 135 (2).
136. (1) Cubes of masonry units on a scaffold platform shall be placed directly over the scaffold frame. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 136 (1).
(2) If it is not practicable to comply with subsection (1), the masonry units shall be placed on the scaffold platform in a manner that conforms with the load capability provisions of the scaffold platform as set out in section 134. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 136 (2).
(3) The surface of an outrigger bracket platform used by a masonry worker shall be not more than one metre below the associated material storage platform. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 136 (3).
(4) Masonry units to be installed in a building or structure shall be distributed along the scaffold platform before being used. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 136 (4).
136.0.1 (1) The distance between the platform of an outrigger scaffold and the wall beyond which the scaffold extends shall not exceed 75 millimetres. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 10.
(2) The outrigger beams of an outrigger scaffold shall be secured against horizontal and vertical movement. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 10.
PART II
GENERAL CONSTRUCTION
Section 136.1-137.3
(Suspended Work Platforms and Boatswain’s Chairs)
interpretation and application
interpretation and application
136.1 In sections 137 to 142.06,
“allowable suspended load” means the combined weight of a suspended work platform or boatswain’s chair, the hoisting device or devices, the rated platform capacity and the suspended portion of the suspension line or lines; (charge suspendue admissible”)
“anchorage connector” means a component or a system of components of a fixed support that secures a suspended work platform or boatswain’s chair and its associated suspension lines and lifelines to the fixed support; (“connecteur d’ancrage”)
“CSA Standard Z271-10” means Canadian Standards Association (CSA) Standard Z271-10, Safety Code for Suspended Platforms; (“norme CSA Z271-10”)
“work platform” means a built or manufactured work surface that, as the context requires, is intended to be used as or is in use as the work area of a suspended work platform system, but does not include a boatswain’s chair. (“plateforme de travail”) O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11.
136.2 Sections 137 to 142.06 do not apply to multi-point suspended work platforms. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11.
general requirements: design
137. (1) Every suspended work platform system or powered boatswain’s chair, including all components and connections of the suspended work platform system or boatswain’s chair, shall be designed by a professional engineer in accordance with,
(a) good engineering practice;
(b) CSA Standard Z271-10, with the exception of clauses 6.1.1 (b) and 6.1.2;
(c) the requirements of this section; and
(d) for a suspended work platform, the requirements of section 137.1. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11.
(2) For the purposes of clause (1) (b), every reference to the National Building Code of Canada in CSA Standard Z271-10 shall be deemed to be a reference to the Building Code. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11.
(3) Every suspended work platform system or powered boatswain’s chair shall be designed to be able to support or resist,
(a) the rated platform capacity; and
(b) any other loads likely to be applied to it, including the loads specified in clause 6.1.5 (Design loads from forces imposed on a platform) of CSA Standard Z271-10. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11.
(4) The design of a suspended work platform system or powered boatswain’s chair shall take into account the potential increased loads due to wind on all components of the suspended work platform system or powered boatswain’s chair if shielding, tarpaulins, enclosures, signs, banners or other similar items were used or attached. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11.
(5) The design of a work platform or boatswain’s chair shall use the factored load combination calculated in accordance with subsection (6). O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11.
(6) The factored load combination shall be calculated as follows:
ρ(αDD + γαLL)
where,
ρ is an impact factor of 1.25,
αD is a dead load factor 1.25,
D is the dead load,
γ is an importance factor of 1.9,
αL is a live load factor of 1.5, and
L is the live load. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11.
137.1 (1) In addition to the requirements set out in section 137, a suspended work platform shall be designed in accordance with the requirements of this section. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11.
(2) A work platform shall not have a span of greater than 30 metres between adjacent points of suspension. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11.
(3) The rated platform capacity for a suspended work platform shall use the relevant minimum live load determined as follows:
1. If the span of the work platform between adjacent points of suspension is 12 metres or less, the minimum live load shall be 340 kilograms.
2. If the span of the work platform between adjacent points of suspension is greater than 12 metres but not more than 15 metres, the minimum live load shall be 450 kilograms.
3. If the span of the work platform between adjacent points of suspension is greater than 15 metres but not more than 20 metres, the minimum live load shall be 680 kilograms.
4. If the span of the work platform between adjacent points of suspension is greater than 20 metres but not more than 25 metres, the minimum live load shall be 900 kilograms.
5. If the span of the work platform between adjacent points of suspension is greater than 25 metres but not more than 30 metres, the minimum live load shall be 1,130 kilograms. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11.
(4) There shall be an additional load allowance for any construction debris or abrasive blasting grit to a depth of at least 25 millimetres and for other materials that may accumulate or be placed on the work platform as a result of the work. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11.
(5) In the case of a modular suspended work platform system, all connections used to transfer a load from one module to another shall be designed to withstand at least the design loads as specified in this section, and any other external loads or forces. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11.
(6) Despite section 26.3, a guardrail system on a work platform shall meet the requirements of clause 6.4 (Guardrail System) of CSA Standard Z271-10, with the exception of clause 6.4.1 (b). O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11.
137.2 Design drawings for a work platform shall,
(a) set out the size and specifications of all the components of the work platform, including the type and grade of all materials to be used;
(b) state the maximum rated platform capacity of the work platform;
(c) state welding specifications for all welds used on the work platform, including weld length, weld locations and welding fillers to be used; and
(d) identify all critical welds used on the work platform. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11.
137.3 (1) A work platform shall not be used unless the requirements of this section have been satisfied. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11.
(2) In the case of a work platform designed before January 1, 2017, a professional engineer shall prepare a report that confirms that the structural integrity of the work platform is at least equal to the structural integrity of a work platform designed in accordance with sections 137 and 137.1. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11.
(3) In the case of a work platform designed on or after January 1, 2017, a professional engineer shall prepare a report that,
(a) confirms that the work platform meets the requirements of sections 137 and 137.1;
(b) confirms that the suspended work platform’s design and configuration have been tested to and meet the performance requirements set out in sections 7 to 11 of the ANSI/UL 1322-2004 Standard, “Fabricated Scaffold Planks and Stages”, for the rated platform capacity and worst-case configurations;
(c) provides the results of the tests described in clause (b);
(d) subject to subsection (4), provides proof that the manufacturer of a suspended work platform or suspended work platform module has been certified to International Standard ISO 9001, Quality management systems – Requirements; and
(e) includes, if required under subsection (4), the quality assurance report described in clause (4) (c). O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11.
(4) If there is no proof available that the manufacturer has been certified to ISO 9001, a professional engineer shall,
(a) ensure that every critical weld of the work platform is subjected to a non-destructive test;
(b) examine all components of the work platform to ensure they are manufactured in accordance with the design drawings referred to in section 137.2;
(c) prepare a written quality assurance report that,
(i) confirms that every critical weld and every structural component referred to in subsection 139.1 (2) is correctly manufactured and has no defects, and
(ii) includes the results of non-destructive tests described in clause (a) and the examination described in clause (b). O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11.
(5) The work platform shall be assembled in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions for assembly. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11.
(6) While a work platform is in use at a project, the employer shall,
(a) make available to an inspector on request, the design drawings for the work platform; and
(b) keep at the project and make available to an inspector on request, the report prepared under subsection (2) or (3) and the manufacturer’s instructions for assembly of the work platform. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11.
PART II
GENERAL CONSTRUCTION
Section 143-149
(Elevating Work Platforms)
143. (1) Subject to subsection (2), every elevating work platform, including elevating rolling work platforms, self-propelled elevating work platforms, boom-type elevating work platforms and vehicle-mounted aerial devices shall comply with section 144. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 143 (1).
(2) Subsection (1) does not apply to,
(a) suspended scaffolds or suspended work platforms; and
(b) buckets or baskets suspended from or attached to the boom of a crane. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 143 (2).
144. (1) An elevating work platform shall be designed by a professional engineer in accordance with good engineering practice,
(a) to meet the requirements of the applicable National Standards of Canada standard, set out in the Table to subsection (6); and
(b) to support a minimum of 1.3 kilonewtons rated working load as determined in accordance with the applicable National Standards of Canada standard set out in the Table to subsection (6). O. Reg. 213/91, s. 144 (1).
(2) An elevating work platform shall be manufactured in accordance with the design referred to in subsection (1). O. Reg. 213/91, s. 144 (2).
(3) An elevating work platform,
(a) shall be tested in accordance with the National Standards of Canada standard set out in the Table to subsection (6); and
(b) shall be inspected each day before use, in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions by a worker trained in accordance with section 147. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 144 (3).
(4) An elevating work platform shall only be used if a professional engineer has certified in writing that it complies with the National Standards of Canada standard set out in the Table to subsection (6). O. Reg. 213/91, s. 144 (4).
(5) The certification required by subsection (4) shall include the details of testing. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 144 (5).
(6) The National Standards of Canada standard applicable to the type of elevating work platform listed in Column 1 of the Table to this subsection are the standards set out opposite it in Column 2:
(7) An elevating work platform shall be equipped with guardrails. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 144 (7).
(8) An elevating work platform shall have signs that are clearly visible to an operator at its controls indicating,
(a) the rated working load;
(b) all limiting operating conditions including the use of outriggers, stabilizers and extendable axles;
(c) the specific firm level surface conditions required for use in the elevated position;
(d) such warnings as may be specified by the manufacturer;
(e) other than for a boom-type elevating work platform, the direction of machine movement for each operating control;
(f) the name and number of the National Standards of Canada standard to which it was designed; and
(g) the name and address of the owner. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 144 (8).
145. (1) The owner of an elevating work platform shall maintain it such that the safety factors of the original design are maintained. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 145 (1).
(2) The owner of an elevating work platform shall keep a permanent record of all inspections, tests, repairs, modifications and maintenance performed on it. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 145 (2).
(3) The permanent record required by subsection (2),
(a) shall be kept up-to-date;
(b) shall include complete records from the more recent of,
(i) the date of purchase, or
(ii) May 10, 1991; and
(c) shall include the signature and name of the person who performed the inspection, test, repair, modification or maintenance. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 145 (3); O. Reg. 142/17, s. 20.
146. A maintenance and inspection record tag,
(a) shall be provided and attached to the elevating work platform near the operator’s station; and
(b) shall include,
(i) the date of the last maintenance and inspection,
(ii) the signature and name of the person who performed the maintenance and inspection, and
(iii) an indication that the maintenance has been carried out in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 146.
147. (1) A worker who operates an elevating work platform shall, before using it for the first time, be given oral and written instruction on the operation and be trained to operate that class of elevating work platform. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 147 (1).
(2) The instruction and training required by subsection (1) shall include,
(a) the manufacturer’s instruction;
(b) instruction in the load limitations;
(c) instruction in and a hands-on demonstration of the proper use of all controls; and
(d) instruction in the limitations on the kinds of surfaces on which it is designed to be used. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 147 (2).
148. (1) An elevating work platform,
(a) shall not be loaded in excess of its rated working load;
(b) shall be used and moved only in accordance with the manufacturer’s written instructions;
(c) shall not be loaded or used in such a manner as to affect its stability or endanger a worker;
(d) shall not be moved unless all workers on it are protected from ejection by being attached to an adequate anchorage point on the elevating work platform by a method of fall protection; and
(e) shall not be used, in the case of a self-propelled or vehicle-mounted boom-type elevating work platform or a vehicle-mounted aerial device, unless all workers on it are attached to an adequate anchorage point on the elevating work platform by a method of fall protection. O. Reg. 345/15, s. 18; O. Reg. 242/16, s. 14 (1); O. Reg. 142/17, s. 21.
(2) Clause (1) (d) does not apply to,
(a) a mast climbing work platform or a mast climbing transport platform if the platform has guardrails protecting all open sides of the platform where a worker is exposed to a hazard of falling 2.4 metres or more; and
(b) a vehicle-mounted aerial device if the non-conductive requirements of the basket prevent the placement of an anchorage attachment inside the basket. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 14 (2).
(3) Revoked: O. Reg. 242/16, s. 14 (2).
149. An operator’s manual for an elevating work platform shall be kept with it while it is on a project. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 149.
(2) Subsection (1) does not apply to,
(a) suspended scaffolds or suspended work platforms; and
(b) buckets or baskets suspended from or attached to the boom of a crane. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 143 (2).
144. (1) An elevating work platform shall be designed by a professional engineer in accordance with good engineering practice,
(a) to meet the requirements of the applicable National Standards of Canada standard, set out in the Table to subsection (6); and
(b) to support a minimum of 1.3 kilonewtons rated working load as determined in accordance with the applicable National Standards of Canada standard set out in the Table to subsection (6). O. Reg. 213/91, s. 144 (1).
(2) An elevating work platform shall be manufactured in accordance with the design referred to in subsection (1). O. Reg. 213/91, s. 144 (2).
(3) An elevating work platform,
(a) shall be tested in accordance with the National Standards of Canada standard set out in the Table to subsection (6); and
(b) shall be inspected each day before use, in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions by a worker trained in accordance with section 147. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 144 (3).
(4) An elevating work platform shall only be used if a professional engineer has certified in writing that it complies with the National Standards of Canada standard set out in the Table to subsection (6). O. Reg. 213/91, s. 144 (4).
(5) The certification required by subsection (4) shall include the details of testing. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 144 (5).
(6) The National Standards of Canada standard applicable to the type of elevating work platform listed in Column 1 of the Table to this subsection are the standards set out opposite it in Column 2:
- Elevating Rolling Work Platform - CAN3-B354.1-M82
- Self-Propelled Elevating Work Platform - CAN3-B354.2-M82 and CAN3-B354.3-M82
- Boom-Type Elevating Work Platform- CAN3-B354.4-M82
- Vehicle-Mounted Aerial Device - CAN/CSA-C225-10
(7) An elevating work platform shall be equipped with guardrails. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 144 (7).
(8) An elevating work platform shall have signs that are clearly visible to an operator at its controls indicating,
(a) the rated working load;
(b) all limiting operating conditions including the use of outriggers, stabilizers and extendable axles;
(c) the specific firm level surface conditions required for use in the elevated position;
(d) such warnings as may be specified by the manufacturer;
(e) other than for a boom-type elevating work platform, the direction of machine movement for each operating control;
(f) the name and number of the National Standards of Canada standard to which it was designed; and
(g) the name and address of the owner. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 144 (8).
145. (1) The owner of an elevating work platform shall maintain it such that the safety factors of the original design are maintained. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 145 (1).
(2) The owner of an elevating work platform shall keep a permanent record of all inspections, tests, repairs, modifications and maintenance performed on it. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 145 (2).
(3) The permanent record required by subsection (2),
(a) shall be kept up-to-date;
(b) shall include complete records from the more recent of,
(i) the date of purchase, or
(ii) May 10, 1991; and
(c) shall include the signature and name of the person who performed the inspection, test, repair, modification or maintenance. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 145 (3); O. Reg. 142/17, s. 20.
146. A maintenance and inspection record tag,
(a) shall be provided and attached to the elevating work platform near the operator’s station; and
(b) shall include,
(i) the date of the last maintenance and inspection,
(ii) the signature and name of the person who performed the maintenance and inspection, and
(iii) an indication that the maintenance has been carried out in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 146.
147. (1) A worker who operates an elevating work platform shall, before using it for the first time, be given oral and written instruction on the operation and be trained to operate that class of elevating work platform. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 147 (1).
(2) The instruction and training required by subsection (1) shall include,
(a) the manufacturer’s instruction;
(b) instruction in the load limitations;
(c) instruction in and a hands-on demonstration of the proper use of all controls; and
(d) instruction in the limitations on the kinds of surfaces on which it is designed to be used. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 147 (2).
148. (1) An elevating work platform,
(a) shall not be loaded in excess of its rated working load;
(b) shall be used and moved only in accordance with the manufacturer’s written instructions;
(c) shall not be loaded or used in such a manner as to affect its stability or endanger a worker;
(d) shall not be moved unless all workers on it are protected from ejection by being attached to an adequate anchorage point on the elevating work platform by a method of fall protection; and
(e) shall not be used, in the case of a self-propelled or vehicle-mounted boom-type elevating work platform or a vehicle-mounted aerial device, unless all workers on it are attached to an adequate anchorage point on the elevating work platform by a method of fall protection. O. Reg. 345/15, s. 18; O. Reg. 242/16, s. 14 (1); O. Reg. 142/17, s. 21.
(2) Clause (1) (d) does not apply to,
(a) a mast climbing work platform or a mast climbing transport platform if the platform has guardrails protecting all open sides of the platform where a worker is exposed to a hazard of falling 2.4 metres or more; and
(b) a vehicle-mounted aerial device if the non-conductive requirements of the basket prevent the placement of an anchorage attachment inside the basket. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 14 (2).
(3) Revoked: O. Reg. 242/16, s. 14 (2).
149. An operator’s manual for an elevating work platform shall be kept with it while it is on a project. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 149.
PART II
GENERAL CONSTRUCTION
Section 207.1
(Roofing)
207. (1) If a built-up roof is being constructed, repaired or resurfaced, a barrier shall be placed in the immediate work area at least two metres from the perimeter of the roof. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 207 (1).
(2) The barrier shall consist of portable weighted posts supporting a taut chain, cable or rope that is located 1.1 metres above the roof level. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 207 (2).
(2) The barrier shall consist of portable weighted posts supporting a taut chain, cable or rope that is located 1.1 metres above the roof level. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 207 (2).
