Wash. Admin. Code § 296-56-60221 - Illumination
You must light all areas to meet the requirements of this code.
(1) You must light active work
areas in such a manner that the general area being worked will be illuminated
at a minimum intensity of approximately five foot candles measured thirty
inches above the dock floor. Supplemental lighting must be utilized where more
than the minimum intensity is necessary for safe operation.
(a) The lighting intensity must be measured
at the task/working surface in the plane in which the task/working surface is
present.
(b) Lights must, so far as
possible, be placed so that they will not shine in the eyes of
employees.
(2) You must
maintain a minimum of three foot candles illumination measured in the manner
described above at all points along the bull rail.
(3) You must make sure the quality of light
is such that it is reasonably free from glare, and has correct direction,
diffusion, and distribution.
(4)
You must make sure that lighting shall not be obstructed by any placement of
cargo, structures or other objects which might create a shadow in the work
area. Portable lighting must be provided in those areas that do not meet the
minimum requirements of this subsection.
(5) You must meet the following requirements
for portable illumination:
(a) All walking
and working areas must be illuminated.
(b) Portable lights must meet the following
requirements:
(i) Portable lights must be
equipped with reflectors and guards to prevent flammable and other material
from coming in contact with the bulb, except that guards are not required where
the construction of the reflector is such that the bulb is recessed.
(ii) Portable lights must be equipped with
heavy duty electric cords. They may be suspended by such cords only when the
means of attachment of the cord to the light is such as to prevent the light
from being suspended by the electrical connections.
(iii) All connections and insulation must be
maintained.
(iv) Lighting wires and
fixtures for portable lights must be so arranged as to be free from contact
with drafts, running gear, or other moving equipment.
Notes
Statutory Authority: RCW 49.17.010, 49.17.040, 49.17.050, 49.17.060. 09-15-144, § 296-56-60221, filed 7/21/09, effective 9/1/09. Statutory Authority: RCW 49.17.040 and 49.17.050. 86-03-064 (Order 86-02), § 296-56-60221, filed 1/17/86; 85-01-022 (Order 84-24), § 296-56-60221, filed 12/11/84.
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