Current through Register Vol. XLI, No. 50, December 13, 2024
Section 56-2-5 - Seat Belts5.1. Seat belts - For each vehicle or machine (equipped with rollover protective structure or falling object protective structure or overhead guards), including any vehicle or machine provided by an employee, the employer should assure: 5.1.1. That a seat belt is provided for each vehicle or machine operator;5.1.2. That each employee uses the available seat belt while operating the vehicle or machine;5.1.3. That each employee securely and tightly fastens the seat belt to restrain the employee within the vehicle or machine cab;5.1.4. That each machine seat belt must meet the manufacturer's specifications;5.1.5. That seat belts are not removed from any vehicle or machine. The employer shall replace each seat belt which has been removed from any vehicle or machine that was equipped with seat belts at the time of manufacture; and5.1.6. That each seat belt is maintained in a serviceable condition.