The Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 created the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). OSHA, an agency of the U.S. Department of Labor, is charged with the enforcement of safety and health conditions of workers through the use of regulations published in the Code of Federal Regulations. OSHA standards are published in Title 29 of the Code of Federal Regulations. Part 1915 is designated for shipyard industry standards.

The following regulations are applicable to shipyard fall protection:

• 29 CFR 1915 Subpart E - Scaffolds, Ladders, and Other Working Surfaces
• 29 CFR 1915 Subpart I - Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• 29 CFR 1910 Subpart D - Walking-working Surfaces
• 29 CFR 1926 Subpart E - Personal Protective and Life Saving Equipment
• 29 CFR 1926 Subpart M - Fall Protection

Introduction to Shipyard Fall Protection

• Key Terms
• Shipyard Worker Fall-Related Injury and Death Statistics