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Scaffolds (Working Surfaces) WAC 296-874
79 sections · latest filing effective 8/21/26 as stated in this chapter · official source ↗
Chapter 296-874 WAC — Scaffolds79
- WAC 296-874-099Definitions
- WAC 296-874-100Scope
- WAC 296-874-200General requirements for scaffolds
- WAC 296-874-20002Make sure scaffolds are properly designed and constructed
- WAC 296-874-20004Make sure scaffolds are erected, moved, altered, or dismantled by qualified persons
- WAC 296-874-20006Maintain structural integrity when intermixing scaffold components
- WAC 296-874-20008Make sure platforms are properly planked or decked
- WAC 296-874-20010Make sure platforms meet minimum width requirements
- WAC 296-874-20012Meet these requirements when using shorter platforms to create a longer platform
- WAC 296-874-20014Lay platform planks properly when the platform changes direction
- WAC 296-874-20016Stabilize the ends of platforms
- WAC 296-874-20018Keep platform sag within acceptable limits
- WAC 296-874-20020Provide safe access to scaffolds
- WAC 296-874-20022Make sure portable, hook-on, and attachable ladders meet these requirements
- WAC 296-874-20024Make sure stairway-type ladders meet these requirements
- WAC 296-874-20026Make sure stair towers meet these requirements
- WAC 296-874-20028Make sure stair rails and handrails meet these requirements
- WAC 296-874-20030Make sure ramps and walkways used to access scaffolds meet these requirements
- WAC 296-874-20032Make sure surfaces used to access scaffolds are close enough to use safely
- WAC 296-874-20034Inspect scaffolds and scaffold components
- WAC 296-874-20036Make sure damaged or weakened scaffolds meet minimum strength requirements
- WAC 296-874-20038Make sure scaffolds are properly loaded
- WAC 296-874-20040Protect employees when moving scaffolds
- WAC 296-874-20042Increase employee working level height on scaffolds safely
- WAC 296-874-20044Control loads being hoisted near scaffolds
- WAC 296-874-20046Protect employees from energized power lines
- WAC 296-874-20048Protect employees from weather hazards
- WAC 296-874-20050Protect employees from slipping and tripping hazards
- WAC 296-874-20052Provide fall protection for employees on scaffolds
- WAC 296-874-20066Provide falling object protection
- WAC 296-874-20068Provide additional support lines on suspended scaffolds using a canopy for falling object protection
- WAC 296-874-20070Make sure toeboards meet these requirements
- WAC 296-874-20072Train employees who work on a scaffold
- WAC 296-874-20074Train employees who erect, dismantle, operate or maintain scaffolds
- WAC 296-874-20076Retrain employees when necessary
- WAC 296-874-300Suspended scaffolds
- WAC 296-874-30002Make sure suspended scaffolds and scaffold components meet these strength requirements
- WAC 296-874-30004Make sure suspended scaffold outrigger beams meet these requirements
- WAC 296-874-30006Make sure counterweights are safe and used properly
- WAC 296-874-30008Make sure tiebacks meet these requirements
- WAC 296-874-30010Make sure suspended scaffold support devices meet these requirements
- WAC 296-874-30012Make sure scaffold hoists meet these requirements
- WAC 296-874-30014Make sure scaffold hoists retain enough suspension rope
- WAC 296-874-30016Make sure wire rope is in good condition
- WAC 296-874-30018Make sure wire suspension rope connections meet these requirements
- WAC 296-874-30020Make sure wire rope clips are used properly
- WAC 296-874-30022Prevent swaying of two-point and multipoint suspension scaffolds
- WAC 296-874-30024Use emergency escape and rescue devices appropriately
- WAC 296-874-30026Protect suspension ropes from heat or corrosive substances
- WAC 296-874-30028Take precautions while welding
- WAC 296-874-30030Prohibit use of gasoline-powered equipment on suspended scaffolds
- WAC 296-874-30032Meet these requirements when using catenary scaffolds
- WAC 296-874-30034Meet these requirements when using float (ship) scaffolds
- WAC 296-874-30036Meet these requirements when using interior hung scaffolds
- WAC 296-874-30038Meet these requirements when using multilevel suspended scaffolds
- WAC 296-874-30040Meet these requirements when using multipoint adjustable suspension scaffolds
- WAC 296-874-30042Meet these requirements when using needle beam scaffolds
- WAC 296-874-30044Meet these requirements when using single-point adjustable suspension scaffolds
- WAC 296-874-30046Meet these requirements when using two-point adjustable suspension scaffolds (swing stages)
- WAC 296-874-400Supported scaffolds
- WAC 296-874-40002Make sure supported scaffolds and scaffold components meet strength requirements
- WAC 296-874-40004Prevent supported scaffolds from tipping
- WAC 296-874-40006Make sure supported scaffolds are properly supported
- WAC 296-874-40008Provide safe access for persons erecting or dismantling supported scaffolds
- WAC 296-874-40012Meet these requirements when moving mobile scaffolds
- WAC 296-874-40014Meet these requirements when using bricklayers' square scaffolds (squares)
- WAC 296-874-40018Meet these requirements when using fabricated frame scaffolds (tubular welded frame scaffolds)
- WAC 296-874-40020Meet these requirements when using integral prefabricated scaffold access frames
- WAC 296-874-40022Meet these requirements when using form scaffolds and carpenter's bracket scaffolds
- WAC 296-874-40024Meet these requirements when using horse scaffolds
- WAC 296-874-40026Meet these requirements when using ladder jack scaffolds
- WAC 296-874-40028Meet these requirements when using outrigger scaffolds
- WAC 296-874-40030Meet these requirements when using pole scaffolds
- WAC 296-874-40032Meet these requirements when using pump jack scaffolds
- WAC 296-874-40034Meet these requirements when using repair bracket scaffolds
- WAC 296-874-40036Meet these requirements when using roof bracket scaffolds
- WAC 296-874-40038Meet these requirements when using step, platform and trestle ladder scaffolds
- WAC 296-874-40040Meet these requirements when using tube and coupler scaffolds
- WAC 296-874-40042Meet these requirements when using window jack scaffolds
Unified Safety Standards for Fall Protection WAC 296-880
43 sections · latest filing effective 10/7/24 as stated in this chapter · official source ↗
Chapter 296-880 WAC — Fall Protection43
- WAC 296-880-080Scope
- WAC 296-880-090Quick reference guide
- WAC 296-880-095Definitions
- WAC 296-880-100Application
- WAC 296-880-10005General requirements
- WAC 296-880-10010Fall protection required regardless of height
- WAC 296-880-10015Training
- WAC 296-880-10020Fall protection work plan required at ten feet or more
- WAC 296-880-200Fall protection required at four feet or more
- WAC 296-880-20005Fall protection required at four feet or more
- WAC 296-880-20010Exemption from fall protection requirements in this section
- WAC 296-880-300Specific fall protection requirements
- WAC 296-880-30005Construction work
- WAC 296-880-30010Order pickers (PITS)
- WAC 296-880-30015Elevating work platforms
- WAC 296-880-30020Powered platforms
- WAC 296-880-30025Window cleaning
- WAC 296-880-30030Scaffolds
- WAC 296-880-30035Cranes
- WAC 296-880-30040Telecommunication requirements that apply to wireless
- WAC 296-880-30045Ship repairing, shipbuilding and shipbreaking
- WAC 296-880-30050Longshore, stevedore, and waterfront related operations
- WAC 296-880-30055Ski area facilities and operations
- WAC 296-880-400Fall protection system specifications
- WAC 296-880-40005Guardrail systems
- WAC 296-880-40010Ramps, runways, and inclined walkway requirements
- WAC 296-880-40015Cover requirements—Holes and openings
- WAC 296-880-40020Personal fall arrest system requirements
- WAC 296-880-40025Personal fall restraint system requirements
- WAC 296-880-40030Positioning device system requirements
- WAC 296-880-40035Self-rescue device requirements
- WAC 296-880-40040Warning line system requirements
- WAC 296-880-40045Safety monitor system requirements
- WAC 296-880-40050Safety watch system requirements
- WAC 296-880-40055Safety net system requirements
- WAC 296-880-40060Catch platform requirements
- WAC 296-880-40065Canopy requirements
- WAC 296-880-40070Roof bracket requirements
- WAC 296-880-40075Crawling board and chicken ladder requirements
- WAC 296-880-40080Roof edge materials handling and material storage requirements
- WAC 296-880-500Appendix A—Determining roof widths—Nonmandatory guidelines
- WAC 296-880-505Appendix B—Calculating fall clearance distance—Nonmandatory guidelines
- WAC 296-880-510Appendix C—Test methods and additional guidelines for personal fall arrest systems—Nonmandatory guidelines