Focus Four Hazard Training For Masonry Construction - Rocky ...

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Masonry Wall Bracing
The requirement to install bracing applies to all masonry
walls over eight feet tall that are not otherwise
adequately supported. This is the case whether the wall
contains reinforcing steel (rebar) or not. It is the
responsibility of the employer to assure that walls not
adequately supported to withstand all normally expected
forces, which would include prevailing wind pressure
loads, building geometry, and wall location, are braced. If
the employer determines the wall is capable of
withstanding the forces applied during construction,
then the wall would be considered to be adequately
supported and would not require bracing. The employer
must be prepared to substantiate this determination.