The search for fall hazard elimination begins during construction or renovation with the architect/engineer in charge. No other professional can do this work. It is incumbent upon the design professional to become aware of fall hazards so that the hazards can be eliminated or controlled during construction, maintenanc, and demolition. In this context, elimination means that the design substitution or sequence of work does not include fall hazards.
See “Introduction to Fall Protection, 4th Edition” page 416.
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