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1910.28(b)(5)(i)
The employer must ensure each employee on a runway or similar walkway is protected from falling 4 feet (1.2 m) or more to a lower level by a guardrail system.
1910.28(b)(5)(ii)
When the employer can demonstrate that it is not feasible to have guardrails on both sides of a runway used exclusively for a special purpose, the employer may omit the guardrail on one side of the runway, provided the employer ensures:
1910.28(b)(5)(ii)(A)
The runway is at least 18 inches (46 cm) wide; and
1910.28(b)(5)(ii)(B)
Each employee is provided with and uses a personal fall arrest system or travel restraint system.
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