This series groups together the current parts to Australian Standard, AS/NZS 4994 Temporary edge protection, available in the BIG library.
The AS/NZS 4994 series is a set of standards that establishes essential safety measures for preventing falls from heights; a leading cause of workplace injuries and fatalities. It provides clear guidelines for the design, materials, and installation of edge protection systems. Adhering to this standard not only protects workers but also enhances compliance with legal safety requirements, reduces the risk of accidents, and promotes a culture of safety on construction sites.
Current Standards
AS/NZS 4994.3:2023 specifies requirements and gives guidance for the selection and installation of edge protection conforming to 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.
AS/NZS 4994.2:2023 specifies requirements and give guidance for the selection, installation, use and dismantling of roof edge protection conforming to AS/NZS 4994.1. It covers temporary roof edge protection for persons working on roofs of buildings having roof slopes of not greater than 35° to the horizontal
AS/NZS 4994.1:2023 specifies requirements for the design, manufacture, installation and testing of temporary edge protection equipment used on roofs having slopes not greater than 35° to the horizontal and for other exposed edges, prior to the installation of the permanent walling materials.
Sets out the requirements for the design, manufacture, installation,re-positioning and dismantling of perimeter protection screens, of height 1 m and above, that are to be attached to formwork or to a permanent structure to provide edge protection for personnel and minimise falling objects during construction.