Or. Admin. Code § 437-002-0282

Current through Register Vol. 63, No. 10, October 1, 2024

Section 437-002-0282 - Job Planning and Layout

(1) Before operations are started, portable equipment shall be securely blocked to prevent accidental movement.

(2) Tanks, boilers, drums and similar containers shall be equipped with ladders for the welders and other workers whenever conditions require their use for safe access and egress.

(3) No welding equipment shall be allowed on elevated structures unless such structure is designed and built to support all loads imposed on the structure.

(4) Work areas shall be designed, laid-out and operated in a manner to prevent welding hose and cable from creating a tripping hazard.

(5) When welding or cutting is being performed in any confined space, the gas cylinders and/or welding machines shall be left on the outside.

Or. Admin. Code § 437-002-0282

OSHA 232-1990, f. 9-28-90, cert. ef. 12-1-90; OSHA 11-2021, amend filed 09/01/2021, effective 9/1/2022

Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 654.025(2) & 656.726(3)

Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 654.001 - 654.295