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Rule about crane ladders; footwalks; stairways; escape devices

(1) When a fixed ladder provides access to a crane, it shall be as prescribed in general industry safety standard, Part 3. “Fixed Ladders,” being R 408.10301, et seq., which is referenced in R 408.11807.

(2) A footwalk or a catwalk for or on a crane shall have a standard barrier as prescribed in general industry safety standard, Part 2. “Floor and Wall Openings, Stairways and Skylights,” being R 408.10201, et seq., which is referenced in R 408.11807. A footwalk shall be of rigid construction and designed to sustain a distributed load of not less than 50 pounds per square foot, and shall have an anti-slip surface.

(3) An employer shall ensure that a safe method of escape is provided in case of fire or other emergency situation on a cab-operated crane.

(4) A gantry crane shall have fixed ladders or stairways extending from the ground to the footwalk or cab platform.

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