California Code of Regulations
Title 8 - Industrial Relations
Division 1 - Department of Industrial Relations
Chapter 4 - Division of Industrial Safety
Subchapter 4 - Construction Safety Orders
Article 28 - Miscellaneous Construction Tools and Equipment
Section 1699 - Hand Tools

Universal Citation: 8 CA Code of Regs 1699

Current through Register 2024 Notice Reg. No. 38, September 20, 2024

(a) Tools having mushroomed heads, split or defective handles, worn parts, or other defects that impair their strength or render them unsafe for use shall be removed from service and shall not be reissued until the necessary repairs have been made.

(b) Tools not needed for the work to be done shall not be left on scaffolds, ladders, or overhead levels. When work is being performed overhead on scaffolds, ladders, or on other surfaces, positive methods shall be used to prevent tools from falling.

1. New note filed 1-13-87; effective thirtieth day thereafter (Register 87, No. 4).

Note: Authority cited: Section 142.3, Labor Code. Reference: Section 142.3, Labor Code.

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