OAR 437-007-1525: Belayed (Snubbing) Climbing System

Edition: Current OARD snapshotEffective: 2008-07-01Last verified: 2026-09-07

(1) The belay line must be a dynamic rope with a minimum 5400 pounds breaking strength. (2) Do not use a body belay. (3) Do not use a chest harness as the tie-in point. (4) Follow the requirements of Appendix 7-K. [ED. NOTE: Appendix referenced are available from the agency.]

Official history and status

Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 654.025(2) & 656.726(4)

Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 654.001 - 654.295

History: OSHA 3-2008, f. 3-7-08, cert. ef. 7-1-08

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