Washington Administrative Code (Last Updated: November 23, 2016) |
Title 296. Labor and Industries, Department of |
Chapter 296-800. Safety and health core rules. |
Section 296-800-31065. Maintain exit routes during construction and repair.
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- You must:• Have enough exit routes that comply with these rules before letting your employees occupy a workplace under new construction.• Make sure that employees do not occupy an existing workplace unless:– All exits and existing fire protection are maintained; or– Alternate fire protection is provided that ensures an equivalent level of safety.• Make sure that flammable or explosive materials used during construction or repair do not expose employees to additional hazards or prevent emergency escape.[Statutory Authority: RCW 49.17.010, [49.17].040, and [49.17].050. WSR 01-11-038, § 296-800-31065, filed 5/9/01, effective 9/1/01.]
RCW 49.17.010, [49.17].040, and [49.17].050. WSR 01-11-038, § 296-800-31065, filed 5/9/01, effective 9/1/01.