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What is NYC BC § 3314.4.4.3.2?

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This section mandates that each suspension rope, including connecting hardware, on nonadjustable suspended scaffolds must support at least six times the maximum intended load without failure. This regulation is enforced by the Department of Buildings. Applies to building owners utilizing nonadjustable suspended scaffolds.

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3314.4.4.3.2 Suspension rope on nonadjustable suspended scaffolds.

BC § 3314.4.4.3.2

Each suspension rope, including connecting hardware, used on nonadjustable suspended scaffolds shall be capable of supporting, without failure, at least six times the maximum intended load applied or transmitted to the rope.

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