Preventing Falls through the Design of Roof Parapets
December 2013
DHHS (NIOSH) Publication Number 2014-108
Workers are exposed to risks from falls during construction, operation, maintenance, and demolition of buildings. Parapets are the parts of the wall assembly that extend above the roof [Rajendran and Gambatese 2013] and can prevent falls from low-sloped (flat) roofs. Other design features that can prevent falls include using guardrail systems and permanent anchor points (for use with personal fall arrest systems and lifelines) [See NIOSH 2013 for more information]
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Page last reviewed: June 6, 2014
Content source: National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health