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Steel Erection Standard
What
is the new steel erection standard?
When
does the new Steel Erection Standard become effective?
Who
is covered by the new Steel Erection Standard?
Who
is the Controlling Contractor?
Does
the new Steel Erection Standard change the tie-off
requirements for erectors?
Does
the new Steel Erection Standard require written
notifications?
Question:
What is the new steel erection standard? TOP
Answer:
The new OSHA Steel Erection Standard is a revision to
the previous edition of 29 CFR 1926.750.
Question:
When does the new Steel Erection Standard become
effective? TOP
Answer:
The new Steel Erection Standard became effective
January 18, 2002.
Question:
Who is covered by the new Steel Erection Standard?
TOP
Answer:
1926.750(a) This subpart sets forth requirements to
protect employees from the hazards associated with
steel erection activities involved in the
construction, alteration, and/or repair of single and
multi-story buildings, bridges, and other structures
where steel erection occurs. The requirements of this
subpart apply to employers engaged in steel erection
unless otherwise specified. This subpart does not
cover electrical transmission towers, communication
and broadcast towers, or tanks.
Question:
Who is the Controlling Contractor? TOP
Answer:
Controlling contractor means a prime contractor,
general contractor, construction manager or any other
legal entity, which has the overall responsibility for
the construction of the project - its planning,
quality and completion.
Question:
Does the new Steel Erection Standard change the
tie-off requirements for erectors? TOP
Answer:
Yes, the new steel erection has changed the tie-off
requirements for steel erectors. The complete test of
1926.750 must be reviewed to determine tie-off
requirements during specific steel erection
activities; i.e. connecting, bolt up and decking
operations.
Question:
Does the new Steel Erection Standard require written
notifications? TOP
Answer:
Yes, the new steel erection standard requires specific
written communications between the controlling
contractor and steel erection contractor.
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