Wash. Admin. Code § 296-307-654

Current through Register Vol. 24-21, November 1, 2024
Section 296-307-654 - Nonpermit confined spaces requirements

Summary:

IMPORTANT:

A confined space may be classified as a nonpermit confined space for as long as the hazards remain eliminated. Once a hazard is present, the employer must follow all requirements of this part that apply.

Employer responsibility:

To make sure any space classified as nonpermit does not have the potential to contain serious health or safety hazards.

The employer must meet the requirements...in this section:
Follow these requirements when classifying a confined space as a nonpermit confined space. WAC 296-307-65402
Reevaluate nonpermit confined spaces if hazards develop. WAC 296-307-65404

Wash. Admin. Code § 296-307-654

Amended by WSR 20-21-091, Filed 10/20/2020, effective 11/20/2020

Statutory Authority: RCW 49.17.010, 49.17.040, 49.17.050, 49.17.060. 05-01-166, § 296-307-654, filed 12/21/04, effective 4/2/05.