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Integrated Design Guide for Work at Height & Access Systems

The Integrated Design Guide for Work at Height & Access Systems outlines engineering principles, system typologies, and lifecycle considerations related to permanent access, fall-protection, and rescue systems.

It is published by Rauch Safety & Engineering (RSE) as a technical reference document intended to support informed design thinking and early risk awareness across buildings, facilities, and infrastructure.

The Design Guide is not project-specific and does not constitute engineering advice, design validation, approval, or certification.

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IMPORTANT USE NOTICE

Before accessing the Design Guide, please review the following:

  • The Design Guide is provided for reference purposes only.
  • It does not replace project-specific engineering analysis or professional judgment.
  • Use of the Design Guide does not create an engineering, advisory, or client relationship with RSE.
  • The Design Guide may not be cited as evidence of compliance, approval, or suitability for any project.

Detailed terms governing use are set out in RSE’s Design Guide Use & Intellectual Property Policy.

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AFTER ACCESS

Access to the Design Guide does not obligate further action.

For projects involving permanent access or work at height where design, operability, or rescue feasibility carries material consequence, RSE offers a structured diagnostic process to help identify risk concentrations early.

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