本标准规定了输电和配电结构及设备坠落防护程序的要求。本标准涵盖的要求基于合理的工程原理、工程安全考虑，以及对电力工人提供的工具、方法、实践和培训的研究。它不包括在地下室、人孔或其他密闭空间中的工作。本标准未考虑所有类型楼梯和脚手架的相关要求。

This standard provides requirements for a fall protection program for transmission and distribution structures and equipment. The requirements covered under this standard are based on sound engineering principles, engineering safety considerations, and research into the tools, methods, practices, and training provided to and by electric power workers. It does not include work in vaults, manholes, or other confined spaces. Requirements regarding stairways and scaffolding of all types are not considered in this standard.