What OSHA regulations address the use of mechanical equipment during roofing work in construction?
Roofers are allowed to use mechanical equipment without fall protection only under specified conditions, which are addressed in ยง1926.502. Mechanical equipment is mentioned in respect to the use of warning line systems and safety monitoring systems in sections 1926.502(f)(1)(i), 1926.502(f)(1)(ii), 1926.502(f)(4) and 1926.502(h)(2). These requirements are: 1926.502(f)(1)(i): When mechanical equipment is not being used, the warning line shall be erected not less than 6 feet (1.8 m) from the roof edge. 1926.502(f)(1)(ii): When mechanical equipment is being used, the warning line shall be erected not less than 6 feet (1.8 m) from the roof edge which is parallel to the direction of mechanical equipment operation, and not less than 10 feet (3.1 m) from the roof edge which is perpendicular to the direction of mechanical equipment operation. 1926.502(f)(4): Mechanical equipment on roofs shall be used or stored only in areas where employees are protected by a warning line system, guardrail sys
