3308.8 Modifications and Alternative Systems

The commissioner may, based upon a written request from a registered design professional, modify the requirements for safety netting systems and guardrail systems required by this section, including but not limited to the installation of alternative systems, provided such modification or alternative system meets or exceeds the level of safety afforded to the public and property by safety netting systems and guardrail systems installed in accordance with this section.

A request submitted under Section 3308.8 shall include:

1. Details of the modification or alternative system to be utilized;
2. Any stipulations;
3. Demonstration that the request meets or exceeds the level of safety afforded to the public and property by safety netting systems and guardrail systems installed in accordance with this section;
4. Where applicable, a description of the practical difficulty of complying with code requirements;
5. Where applicable, a reference to the site safety monitoring program; and
6. Where an alternative system is proposed, a minimum level of inspection in accordance with the recommendations of the manufacturer of the alternative system.