Section 296-863-40040. Meet these requirements when using dockboards (bridge plates).  


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  • You must:
    • Make sure dockboards are not overloaded:
    – Make sure they are strong enough to carry the load imposed on them.
    – Make sure loads do not exceed the dockboard's rated capacity.
    • Do the following when using dockboards:
    – Drive slowly and carefully over dockboards.
    – Properly secure dockboards before driving on them.
    • Make sure powered dockboards meet the design and construction requirements of U.S. Department of Commerce Commercial Standard CS 202-56 (1961) "Industrial Lifts and Hinged Loading Ramps."
    • Do the following when using portable dockboards:
    – Use anchors or other devices that will prevent slipping.
    – Make sure they have handholds or other effective means for safe handling.
    [Statutory Authority: RCW 49.17.010, 49.17.040, 49.17.050, 49.17.060. WSR 04-19-051, § 296-863-40040, filed 9/14/04, effective 2/1/05.]
RCW 49.17.010, 49.17.040, 49.17.050, 49.17.060. WSR 04-19-051, § 296-863-40040, filed 9/14/04, effective 2/1/05.