Pennsylvania Code
Title 34 - LABOR AND INDUSTRY
Part I - Department of Labor and Industry
Chapter 43 - TUNNEL CONSTRUCTION AND COMPRESSED AIR WORK
Subchapter A - TUNNEL CONSTRUCTION AND WORK IN COMPRESSED AIR
WORK IN COMPRESSED AIR-GENERAL
Section 43.61 - Medical locks

Universal Citation: 34 PA Code ยง 43.61
Current through Register Vol. 54, No. 38, September 21, 2024

A medical lock shall be established and maintained in connection with all work in compressed air when the maximum pressure exceeds 17 pounds. The locks shall be not less than 5 feet in height and shall be divided into two compartments. Each door shall be provided with a bull's eye and fitted with air valve so arranged to be operated from within and without. The lock shall be kept properly heated, lighted and ventilated, and shall contain a gauge, a telephone and cot. The lock shall be under the control of a physician in charge and there shall be maintained in close proximity a first aid room which shall contain a bathtub and all medical and surgical appliances necessary for first aid in case of accident.

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