Guardrail inspection checklist the national work zone. Concrete guardrail cannot be flared at greater than 20. Chapter 12 traffic operations maintenance of traffic during construction 121 in the design of a project, the traffic control plan is an essential element in determining a method for maintaining a safe flow of traffic through a construction zone. This is not a specification document and its content is not legally binding upon any department contract and. Developed and tested by guardrail inspectors in the field, this checklist provides an organized way to document all inspections. Construction program management and inspection guide. The checklist includes critical and pertinent information such as. Fall protection in construction california department of.
Guardrail systems fall protection 3m worker health. Below is a checklist to help you examine each section. Guardrail systems, stair rail systems, and handrails in. Guardrail maintenance and repair attc3mn02916t1ja02 published january 2017 1 proper inspection of guardrail sections in the standard section of a guardrail, inspection of and repairs to each part of the guardrail is critical. The purpose of this sop is to establish guidelines for the inspection, the acceptance and the reporting of guardrail and anchor units.
Falls are among the most common reasons for workplace injuries and fatalities in california. Wire rope must be 14 inches in diameter and the top rope flagged every 6 feet. User instruction manual flexiguard this manual should be. Conceptual engineering cost estimate detailed cost estimate breakdown per fra categories x summary x category 10 x category 20 x category 30. In addition, the memo shall clearly identify any deviations from the inspection guidance outlined in the vdot construction manual such as items that will be eliminated from the details of inspection andor inspectors checklist in order to inspect the work with reduced staff. For regulations relating to the safety of persons employed in construction or demolition. The objective of this manual is to provide guidance and strengthen the application of construction critical inspection throughout the life of a construction project. Today, adequate construction staffing remains one of the most critical resources for successful performance of highway construction projects, since state transportation agencies stas across the country continue to face a lack of sufficient inhouse personnel. Agent kentucky, along with most other states, ha in the pa t relied on the american association of state highway and transportation officials aashto guide for selecting, locating. Construction safety and environmental manual, march 20 page 9 of 63. Proper construction and specification of 4 guardrails. Guardrail inspection checklist the national work zone safety. Construction sites can be particularly accident prone without the right safety precautions.
Standard operating procedures inspection of guardrail. Here are the relevant guidelines and requirements for construction fall protection. For construction sites, please use the checklist guardrails, handrails, and covers for. The following list of questions and associated regulations provide guidance on common safety issues related to 29 cfr 1926. Shift inspect the installed equipment according to section 3. Completed work inspection checklist end treatments. Guardrail inspection end treatment inspection nchrp 350. The length and cross section shall be as shown on the. Falls generally occur when employees are working at an elevated height and are not adequately protected. Handrails may project over stairs by 412 inches maximum on each side of the stairway. Stairs handrail 41 2 max 11 min 36 min guardrail with vertical pattern guardrail with horizontal pattern handrails stairways must have a handrail if the stairway has more than three risers. For questions about guardrail standards and specifications, contact shawn yu at 3037579474 or joshua keith at 3037579021. Guardrail resources and inservice performance evaluation.
This list is not allinclusive and does not negate the. If the damaged section is longer than 50 andor includes guardrail end terminal, replace the section with 31 guardrail and transition back to 28 guardrail using the standard drawing sgrs4. Request pdf compositereinforced timber highway guardrail. For questions about the guardrail systems for construction engineers and inspectors elearning courseand other transportation engineering training program tetp coursescontact allison. Wooden guardrail posts and blocks shall be construction grade stress grade of 1,2000 psi or more posts and timbers, or better, as rated by the west coast lumber inspection bureau, and shall be fabricated from on of the following timber species, douglas fir, western pine, larch, or hemlock. When you need to guard your crew from fall hazards, trust 3m fall protection permanent and portable temporary guardrail systems to keep them at a safe distance.
Longer posts may be needed if there is not enough distance from the post to the hinge point check revised standard plan a77n3. The virginia uniform statewide building code, part i, construction, may be cited as the virginia construction code or as the vcc. When guardrail systems are used at hoisting areas, a chain, gate or removable guardrail section shall be placed across the access opening between guardrail sections when hoisting operations are not taking place. Top edge height of top rails, or equivalent guardrail system members, shall be 42 inches 1. Refer to the general notes in the current wood construction connectors catalog for additional important information. Determined inquiring minds can consult oshas revised walking working surfaces ruling for general industry, but this can be a laborious process. The rate of injury for workers in the construction industry is approximately 60 percent higher than the overall average for all workers. Niosh publications and products safety checklist program. Top rail must withstand 200 lbs load in any direction. Development and structural testing various government. The guardrail system must not deflect to a height less than 39 inches. Guardrail requirements and safety grainger industrial supply. Guidelines for the design and construction of railroad overpasses and underpasses 4 1. User instruction manual flexiguard stronger security is.
Guardrail systems field guide for construction engineers cdot. Some examples include employees working on elevated work surfaces, ladders, stairs, scaffolds, aerial devices, roofs. This guide is an update of a document, wbeam guardrail repair and maintenance. Grade separation structures may require inside guard rail. The sop is designed to insure all inspectorstechnicians follow the same procedures and comply with all ncdot, astm and aashto specifications. I believe this document is an excellent tool for adding value, enhancing technical expertise, ensuring the highest level of construction quality, and maintaining accountability. For more information on guardrail inspection, maintenance, and installation information, please contact the office of safety, william longstreet will.
To provide a method and direction for the inspection, repair, or replacement of guardrail and cable barrier on the state highway system. In addition to the requirements set forth in 29 cfr 1910. Construction methodology statement planning inspectorate. Inspection the tdot inspector should complete the attached daily guardrail installation checklist. Construction fall protection standards grainger knowhow. These passive railing systems offer fall protection that doesnt require the active involvement of the worker. Gee associate administrator office of infrastructure contents construction program management and inspection guide 50104 v. Appendix g thrie beam guardrail material checklist. It identifies key aspects of the construction phase and describes how proposals are being. Along with the manual text, additional resources are included. To access a new guardrail report, click the report name field and select guardrail. Construction manual washington state department of. A list on mndot approved vendors for new construction is currently. There are non mandatory guidelines in the fall protection standard appendix b to assist in meeting the requirements.
Construction engineering inspections services guidebook. The inspectors manual is a work in progress as we look to further enhance the materials with input from all users including inspectors. General guidance section provided as a tool for those new to odot construction inspection. As defined under article 3 of the ilo labour inspection convention, 1947 no. Generally speaking, guardrail requirements are categorized into two groups. Judgment must be exercised regarding the manner and regularity of inspections. Minor adjustments to existing guardrail beam less than 50 shall be replacement in kind. Use of consultants for construction engineering and inspection. Fdot design standards for construction and maintenance operations on the state highway system. Detail of handrail andor guardrail, showing height and baluster spacing residential projects vary in design and construction.
A guide for local highway and street maintenance personnel, published in 1990 by fhwa. Guardrail installation checklist iowa department of. For construction sites, please use the checklist guardrails, handrails, and. This is achieved through inspections of construction sites, awarenessraising campaigns, and working.
Standard operating procedures inspection of guardrail objectives. Administration legal agreement including the construction administration and inspection task manual. A list on mndot approved vendors for new construction. Guardrail maintenance is a key component of protecting the roadside, but there is uncertainty as to how to maintain the various guardrails and end treatments that are currently in use. Osha requirements for guardrail and safety railing. As a result, these systems have more requirements and standards. This list is made available as a convenience and is not intended to be all inclusive. The flexiguard portable construction guardrail is designed to. Article in construction and building materials 209. The provisions of this chapter shall govern the conduct of all construction or demolition operations with regard to the safety of the public and property. Wbeam guardrail repair guide safety federal highway. This is not a specification document and its content is not legally binding upon any department contract and should be recognized as a guide only. Guardrail replacement and maintenance guidelines lrrb. Oshas fall protection and guardrail requirements along with the international building code ibc are standards all builders, contractors and construction workers should follow for optimal building safety.
Cdot guardrail systems field guide for construction engineers and inspectors page 11 of 57 srt35031 end rail panel the srt guardrail panels have two sets of three long slots with a slot guard bolted on the downstream side of the slots. A removable guardrail section, consisting of a top rail and midrail, must be placed across the access opening between guardrail sections when the hoist is not being used. Minimum information required in residential construction plans. The recommendations for construction critical inspection are minimal inspection requirements and based on preventing high risk consequences of. Fall protection in washington state all industries. Guardrail, cable barrier, and crash attenuator inspection.
The following forms are for use with the manual of procedures, standard procedures, and other guidance issued by the division of construction management. Inspection checklist construction employee information and training. Gee associate administrator office of infrastructure contents construction program management and inspection. Handrails must be continuous for the full length of. Recognition of hazards and their elimination is essential to prevention of jobrelated injuries. Cdot guardrail systems field guide for construction engineers and. Chains or gates are acceptable if they offer equivalent protection. These slots should be between posts 1 and 2, 2 and 3, 3 and 4, and 4 and 5. Construction fall protection standards here are the relevant guidelines and requirements for construction fall protection the following list of questions and associated regulations provide guidance on common safety issues related to 29 cfr 1926. Maximum flare for metal beam guardrail and thrie beam guardrail is 15. Conceptual engineering cost estimate detailed cost.
Normally, when work is performed by a highway contractor within the railroad rightofway, or within 25 feet of the nearest track,railroad protective insurance required. Guardrail systems field guide for construction engineers. Construction administration and inspection task manual. Guardrail systems and their use shall comply with the following provisions. Guardrail systems field guide for construction engineers and. Guardrail systems also consist of vertical stanchions or posts. Plan diagram to show location of guardrails on structure. Check that the construction of guardrail flares conforms to the plans. The training is valid for 12 months from the date of receiving the training. Scdot guardrail, cable barrier, and attenuator inspection and repair guidelines. When conditions warrant, the height of the top edge may exceed the 45inch height, provided the guardrail system meets all.
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