Wash. Admin. Code § 296-878-16005 - Provide warning signs and barricades when suspended equipment is used
(1) You must place warning signs
below suspended equipment.
(2) You must block the ground area
with barricades directly under or next to the work zone.
(3) You must assign a competent
person to decide if additional protection is necessary.
(4) You must make sure all tools
used by the worker are attached to the worker, seatboard, or
boatswain's chair.
Reference: Rules for protecting workers from overhead hazards are listed in WAC 296-800-16055. Make sure your employees use appropriate head protection.
Notes
Statutory Authority: RCW 49.17.010, 49.17.040, 49.17.050, and 49.17.060. 02-22-027, § 296-878-16005, filed 10/28/02, effective 1/1/03.
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