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What A Week! | OHSA-IBC Tug of War

Written by Elias Saltz, Steve Gantner, David Stutzman | September 8, 2025 at 4:45 PM

 

What happens when OSHA and IBC don’t see eye to eye?


On What a Week, Dave Stutzman and Steve Gantner dig into the tug-of-war between safety codes and building codes. From fall protection on high-rises to stair loads, mezzanines, and roof hatches placed a little too close to the edge, the conversation tackles the gray zone where compliance, liability, and human responsibility overlap.

Is it the architect’s duty, the contractor’s job, or the owner’s call? Spoiler: the answer isn’t so simple. Tune in for a candid take on navigating conflicting requirements and why code minimums are just the starting point.