1926.501(b)(6): Ramps, Runways and Walkways
Workers on ramps, runways and other walkways must be protected from falls of 6 feet or more by guardrail systems.
Official text: 29 CFR 1926.501(b)(6)
(6) Ramps, runways, and other walkways. Each employee on ramps, runways, and other walkways shall be protected from falling 6 feet (1.8 m) or more to lower levels by guardrail systems.
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Where and how often it was cited
| Year | Citations |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 2 |
| 2024 | 6 |
| 2025 | 1 |
| 2026 | 5 |
Top states: TN (5), SD (3), NY (1), MD (1), AS (1)
Largest penalties
| Employer | Location | Penalty for this rule |
|---|---|---|
| GRANGAARD CONSTRUCTION, INC | MENNO, SD | $331,028 |
| CPX2026XJW184X0206 - B & F CONTRACTING, INC. | PHOENIX, AZ | $9,458 |
| NANA'S CONSTRUCTION, INC. | PAGO PAGO, AS | $6,222 |
| J NUGRA CONSTRUCTION INC. | MILFORD, MA | $5,107 |
| ORANGE COUNTY SUPERIOR CONCRETE INC. | MONROE, NY | $4,688 |
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Related parts of this rule
- 1926.501(b) 23,489 citations
- 1926.501(b)(13) Residential construction 15,470 citations
- 1926.501(b)(1) Unprotected sides and edges 2,860 citations
- 1926.501(b)(10) Roofing work on Low-slope roofs 1,827 citations
- 1926.501(b)(11) Steep roofs 1,554 citations
- 1926.501(b)(4) Holes 1,119 citations
- 1926.501(b)(4)(ii) 670 citations
- 1926.501(b)(4)(i) 423 citations
- 1926.501(b)(14) Wall openings 271 citations
- 1926.501(b)(15) Walking/working surfaces not otherwise addressed 148 citations
- 1926.501(b)(2) Leading edges 117 citations
- 1926.501(b)(2)(i) 80 citations
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