W. Va. Code R. § 36-23-18

Current through Register Vol. XLI, No. 50, December 13, 2024

Section 36-23-18 - Working Over or Near Water

18.1. Employees working over or near water, where the danger of drowning exists, shall be provided with United States Coast Guard approved life jackets or buoyant work vests.

18.2. Prior to and after each use, the buoyant work vests or life preservers shall be inspected for defects which would alter their strength or buoyancy. Defective units shall not be used.

18.3. Ring buoys with at least ninety (90) feet of line shall be provided and readily available for emergency rescue operations. Distance between ring buoys shall not exceed two hundred (200) feet.

18.4. At least one (1) lifesaving skiff shall be immediately available at locations where employees are working over or adjacent to water.

W. Va. Code R. § 36-23-18