Section 296-878-20005 - Select appropriate rope descent systems(1) You must make sure the rope descent system is designed, used, and maintained according to: (a) ANSI/IWCA 1-14.1-2001;(b) The manufacturer's instructions.(2) You must make sure the rope descent system has been manufactured and is intended to be used for window cleaning. Note: Equipment that is designed or labeled for recreational use or rescue use only is prohibited for use in window-cleaning operations.
(3) You must make sure the rope descent system components are compatible and have a minimum tensile strength of five thousand pounds. This does not apply to the seatboard.(4) You must make sure the rope descent system has specific use instructions for each component.Wash. Admin. Code § 296-878-20005
Amended by WSR 14-09-095, filed 4/22/14, effective 7/1/2014Statutory Authority: RCW 49.17.010, 49.17.040, 49.17.050, and 49.17.060. 02-22-027, § 296-878-20005, filed 10/28/02, effective 1/1/03.