Section 296-817-20025. Make sure warning signs are posted for areas where noise levels equal or exceed 115 dBA.  


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  • (1) You must make sure warning signs are posted at the entrances or boundaries of all well-defined work areas where employees may be exposed to noise that equals or exceeds 115 dBA (measured using a sound level meter with slow response).
    (2) Warning signs must clearly indicate that the area is a high noise area and that hearing protectors are required.
    [Statutory Authority: RCW 49.17.010, 49.17.040, 49.17.050. WSR 15-23-086, § 296-817-20025, filed 11/17/15, effective 12/18/15. Statutory Authority: RCW 49.17.010, 49.17.040, 49.17.050, and 49.17.060. WSR 03-11-060, § 296-817-20025, filed 5/19/03, effective 8/1/03.]
RCW 49.17.010, 49.17.040, 49.17.050. WSR 15-23-086, § 296-817-20025, filed 11/17/15, effective 12/18/15. Statutory Authority: RCW 49.17.010, 49.17.040, 49.17.050, and 49.17.060. WSR 03-11-060, § 296-817-20025, filed 5/19/03, effective 8/1/03.