This Standard specifies requirements and gives guidance for the selection and installation of edge protection complying with AS/NZS 4994.1, for persons working near an opening in a floor, or near a platform edge or floor edge prior to the installation of the permanent walling materials.

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1 Edge protection is used on buildings that are being constructed, renovated, extended, altered or maintained.

2 Part 2 of this Standard specifies requirements for the installation and dismantling of roof edge protection.