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M • 24 API RECOMMENDED PRACTICE 1646 7.6.2.5 High work access When using an extension ladder to gain access to a roof or other high work platform,the side rails of the ladder shall extend at least 36 inches above the level of the area being accessed 7.6.2.6 Climbing • Always face the ladder when climbing up or down. • Always maintain three-points-of-contact(one hand and two feet,or two hands and one foot)when climbing up or down. • Workers shall not carry any object or load on a ladder that may cause the employee to lose balance and fall. • Do not use the cross-bracing on the rear of a ladder for standing or climbing unless the ladder is designed and provided with steps for climbing on both front and rear. 7.6.2.7 Moving/Shifting Do not move,shift,or extend a ladder when someone is on it. 7.6.2.8 Horizontal Reach Do not overreach beyond the rail of the ladder(a person's midpoint shall not extend beyond the mil ofthe ladder) 7.6.2.9 Visual Restrictions Do not use a ladder if you are visually restricted by a blasting hood,welding helmet,and/or burning goggles. 7.6.2.10 Prohibited Ladders Do not use the following Types of ladders: • Single-rail ladders • Ladders constructed on the job site 7.7 USE OF PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT AND TIE-OFF POINTS 7.7.1 Use of Fall Arrest Equipment Fall-arrest equipment is the primary personal protective equipment(PPE)required to be used for working at heights operations when the hazard cannot be eliminated by engineering controls. Working at a height where the feet or the worker are six feet or higher above the ground shall not begin unless: • A fixed platform is used with guardrails or handrails,verified by a competent person,or • fall arrest equipment is in use that has: — a proper anchor, — full body harness using double latch self locking snap hooks at each connection, — synthetic fiber lanyards, — shock absorber. • Fall arrest equipment shall limit free fall to 6 feet or less. • A visual inspection of the fall arrest equipment and system is completed and any equipment that is damaged has been taken out of service. Fall arrest requirements when working on ladders may be different for individual customers. 7.7.1.1 Personal Fall Arrest System A system used to arrest an employee in a fall from a working level.It consists of an anchorage,connectors,a body harness and may include a lanyard,deceleration device,lifeline,or suitable combinations of these. Anchorage points shall be able to with- stand at least 5000 pounds of force.Employers using personal fall arrest systems shall properly train employees and have a rescue plan for any employee who falls. Specific OSHA requirements for personal fall arrest systems may be found at 29 CFR 1926.502(a)(http:\\www.osha.gov). 7.7.1.2 Operational Requirements