PDFWAC 296-870-500
Section contents.
Summary
Important:
This section applies to permanent powered platform installations that meet all of the following:
(1) The installation was completed between August 27, 1971, and July 24, 1990;
(2) There has been no major modification to the installation after July 23, 1990; and
(3) The working platforms use electric-powered, winding drum type hoisting machines.
Note: | 1. Platforms operated by other types of power and using other types of hoisting machines are allowed if they: |
(a) Have adequate protective devices for the type of power used; and | |
(b) Provide reasonable safety for persons using or exposed to the equipment. | |
2. Other types of hoisting machines include, but are not limited to, machines such as traction drum hoisting machines, air powered machines, hydraulic powered machines, and internal combustion machines. |
Your responsibility:
To make sure powered platform installations completed between August 27, 1971, and July 24, 1990, meet these building and equipment requirements.
You must meet the requirements ... | in this section: |
Design, construction, and installation | WAC 296-870-50005 |
Fall protection | WAC 296-870-50010 |
Electrical | WAC 296-870-50015 |