3314.8.2 Debris netting.
BC § 3314.8.2
Where required by Section 3314.8, the scaffold shall be enclosed with a debris netting consisting of a wire screen comprised of not less than number 18 gauge wire mesh, or equivalent synthetic netting that is flame retardant in accordance with NFPA 701, with openings in the wire or synthetic mesh no larger than 1/2 inch (13 mm) in the vertical or horizontal dimensions and 3/4 inch (19 mm) in any other dimension. Such netting shall be securely attached to the scaffold and shall enclose all open sides, ends, and bottom of the scaffold for the full height of all platform levels where work is occurring. The effect of wind on the netting shall be accounted for in the design of the scaffold, where such design is required by Section 3314.3. Exceptions: 1. Netting is not required to protect the bottom of the scaffold platform provided the netting is securely fastened to the scaffold deck and the scaffold platform planks are laid tight or the deck of the scaffold is solid.
2.Where netting is provided on the upper level of a supported scaffold, or when provided on a suspended scaffold, the netting need only extend to the height of the toprail.
3.Where the scaffold is installed as an alternative to sidewalk sheds, vertical nets, or adjoining property protection in accordance with Sections 3307, 3308, and 3309 respectively, the netting shall enclose the scaffold for its full height.
