Wash. Admin. Code § 296-806-41504

Current through Register Vol. 24-21, November 1, 2024
Section 296-806-41504 - Follow these requirements for compactor controls

You must follow these requirements for compactor controls:

(1) Each control must have its function clearly labeled.
(2) Controls must be designed and located to prevent them from unintentionally activating.
(3) Electric stop buttons, including emergency stop buttons, must be red in color, distinguishable from all other controls by size, and not recessed.
(4) Emergency stop controls must be either:
(a) Readily accessible to the operator; or
(b) Located within three feet (91.4 cm) of the point of operation or feed area or if chute fed, within three feet (91.4 cm) of the access door.
(5) An electrical disconnect must be located within sight, no more than fifty feet (1,524 cm), from the operating control panel.

Wash. Admin. Code § 296-806-41504

Amended by WSR 15-24-102, Filed 12/1/2015, effective 1/5/2016

Statutory Authority: RCW 49.17.010, 49.17.040, 49.17.050, and 49.17.060. 04-14-028, § 296-806-41504, filed 6/29/04, effective 1/1/05.