This standard provides general recommendations for a fall protection program for substation and generation structures and equipment@ communication [including Community Antenna Television (CATV)]@ transmission@ and distribution structures. It is not intended to include all of the proven practical methods and procedures; however@ the selected recommendations 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 and communications workers.This standard applies to electric distribution@ transmission@ and generation work@ communications work (including CATV)@ line clearance tree trimming work (tree work performed from an aerial device or from a ladder)@ and structure painting. It does not include work in vaults@ manholes@ or other confined spaces. Requirements regarding floors and similar surfaces@ stairways@ guardrail systems@ and scaffolding of all types are not considered in this standard.