b'Roof Edges:Spotting Hazards on the Roof 1Use Multiple Solutions to Secure the PerimeterEvery rooftop is unique, presenting its own set of challenges and hazards. To ensure comprehensive safety, it is crucial to use a combination of solutions tailored to the specific needs of your rooftop. Implementing a hybrid guardrail system is an effective way to protect workers from both frequent and infrequent hazards that they may encounter.Byintegratingvarioussafetymeasures,suchasguardrails,safety gates, and fall protection systems, you can create a robust safety perimeter that addresses all potential risks. This approach not onlyLess than 6 ft from roof edgeenhances the overall safety of the work environment but also ensures compliance with OSHA regulations, providing peace of mind for both employers and employees.A well-designed hybrid guardrail system offers flexibility and adaptability, making it suitable for diverse rooftop configurations and conditions. It allows for the protection of high-traffic areas as well as less frequently accessed sections, ensuring that every part of the rooftop is secure. By using multiple solutions to secure the perimeter, you demonstrate a strong commitment to workplace safety and the well-being of your workforce.1 Zone Defense:Between 6 and 15 ft from roof edgeUnprotected EdgesWhen work is performed less than 6 feet (1.8 m) from the roof edge, OSHA allows for employers to protect its people by using a guardrail system, safety net system, travel restraint system, or personal fall arrest system.2 When work is performed at least 6 feet (1.8 m) but less2 15 ft or more from roof edgethan 15 feet (4.6 m) from the roof edge, OSHA allows a guardrail system, safety net system, travel restraint system, or personal fall arrest system. The employer may use a designated area when performing work that is both infrequent and temporary.3 Whenworkisperformed15feet(4.6m)ormore from the roof edge, the employer must: protect each employee from falling by a guardrail system, safety net system, travel restraint system, or personal fall arrest system or a designated area.3OSHA Code: 1910.28(b)(13)27'