Installation Guide
IMPORTANT INSTALLATION INFORMATION
All specications and dimensions for building compliant railing systems given within these installation instructions are written to meet United
States Federal OSHA requirements of 1926.502(b)(3), (4), and (5) which are subject to change. Individual U.S. States with their own State run
OSHA agencies might have slightly dierent and varying specications for guardrail requirements. Be sure to check and conrm if your particular
state follows Federal OSHA or State OSHA regulations. Always follow the specic safety regulations for your state or region.
Make sure each person reads and understands these instructions prior to use. Failure to observe this warning could result in serious
injury or death. Manufacturer assumes no liability in the event of improper installation, product misuse, or failure of wood construction
substrate. Never alter or modify the StringerShield. Make sure that the top rail and mid rail do not create a projection hazard. Keep the
top and mid rail overhang length to a minimum and/or block terminal ends with a vertical 2x4 member between the top and mid rails.
ALWAYS CAREFULLY INSPECT EACH STRINGERSHIELD AND HARDWARE DAILY AND BEFORE EVERY NEW INSTALLATION.
REPLACE IMMEDIATELY IF YOU NOTICE ANY SIGNS OF EXCESSIVE WEAR, DAMAGE, ABUSE OR STEEL DEGRADATION.
The installer shown in these instructions is working on the lowest stair level, below six feet. ALWAYS wear the proper fall protection when
installing this product. This System Is Designed & Tested For Use As A Temporary Stair Rail System.
• It Is Not Designed For Use As A Guardrail System On Horizontal Surfaces •
*OSHA Regulations (Standards - 29 CFR)
Guardrail Systems - Non-Mandatory Guidelines for Complying with 1926.502(b) -
1926 Subpart M App B states that for wood railings:
. . . (1) For wood railings: Wood components shall be minimum 1500 lb-ft/in(2) ber (stress grade) construction grade lumber; the posts shall be
at least 2-inch by 4-inch (5 cm x 10 cm) lumber spaced not more than 8 feet (2.4 m) apart on centers; the top rail shall be at least 2-inch by 4-inch
(5 cm x 10 cm) lumber, the intermediate rail shall be at least 1-inch by 6-inch (2.5 cm x 15 cm) lumber. All lumber dimensions are nominal sizes as
provided by the American Softwood Lumber Standards, dated January 1970 . . .
FOR TECHNICAL INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT:
Safety Maker, Inc.
P.O. Box 880 • Cypress, Texas 77410-0880
800-804-4741 • info@safetyboot.com
www.safetyboot.com
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