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Warning – Do NOT lean on, or climb on guardrails.
Guardrails MUST NOT be used as an anchor for fall restraint or
fall arrest, and shall not be used for hoisting or tie-off.
Attachment of banners / signs / equipment is not permitted.
Excess force applied to the top rail could cause tipping,
resulting in injury or death.
OSHA Reference 29 CFR 1910.23 Guarding of floor and wall openings and holes
(a)(2) Every ladder-way floor opening or platform shall be guarded by a
standard railing with standard toe-board on all exposed sides (except
at entrance to opening), with passage through the railing either
provided with a swing gate or offset so that a person cannot walk
directly into the opening.