Pennsylvania Code
Title 34 - LABOR AND INDUSTRY
Part I - Department of Labor and Industry
Chapter 39 - SAFETY STANDARDS-GENERAL
Subchapter B - ELECTRIC SAFETY
UNDERGROUND LINE OPERATION
Section 39.434 - Watchman on surface at manholes

Universal Citation: 34 PA Code ยง 39.434
Current through Register Vol. 54, No. 38, September 21, 2024

Employes shall not enter a manhole unless a temporary cover is placed over the opening or a watchman is stationed at the surface. If any gas may be present employes shall see that the watchman is stationed at the surface. If any hazard is involved no employe shall leave a manhole unwatched until all workmen are out.

This section cited in 34 Pa. Code § 39.431 (relating to general provisions); 34 Pa. Code § 39.441 (relating to general provisions); 34 Pa. Code § 39.461 (relating to general requirements); 34 Pa. Code § 39.471 (relating to general requirements); and 34 Pa. Code § 39.491 (relating to general requirements).

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