Section 296-307-65016 - Use nonentry rescue systems or methods whenever possible(1) The employer must use nonentry retrieval systems or methods to rescue entrants in a permit-required confined space unless this: (a) Would increase the overall risk of injury to entrants; or(b) Would not contribute to the rescue of the entrant.(2) The employer must make sure each entrant uses a chest or full-body harness, with a retrieval line attached to the harness at one of the following locations:(a) At the center of the employee's back, near shoulder level.(b) Above the employee's head.(c) At another point which presents a profile small enough for the successful removal of the employee.(3) The employer must attach the retrieval line to a mechanical device or fixed point outside the space, so rescue can begin as soon as necessary.(4) The employer must make sure a mechanical device is available to retrieve entrants from vertical spaces more than five feet (1. 52 m) deep. | Note: | When the employer can demonstrate that the use of a chest or full-body harness is not feasible or creates a greater hazard, then the employer may use wristlets or another method shown to be the safest and most effective alternative. |
Wash. Admin. Code § 296-307-65016
Amended by WSR 20-21-091, Filed 10/20/2020, effective 11/20/2020Statutory Authority: RCW 49.17.010, 49.17.040, 49.17.050, 49.17.060. 05-01-166, § 296-307-65016, filed 12/21/04, effective 4/2/05.