Washington Administrative Code

Each company must develop a safe procedure which must be followed for feeding, clearing jams, or removing foreign objects from any pulping device. These procedures must comply with applicable provisions of this standard.[Statutory Authority: RCW 49.17.010, 49.17.040, 49.17.050, a…

(1) When fed manually from the floor above, conveniently located emergency stop devices must be provided at the top level.(2) When fed from floor above:(a) The chute opening, if less than standard guardrail height from the feed platform or floor, must be provided with a complete …

When cleaning, inspecting or performing other work that requires that persons enter pulping devices, all control devices must be locked or tagged out in accordance with the requirements of this standard.[Statutory Authority: RCW 49.17.010, [49.17].040 and [49.17].050. WSR 99-16-0…

(1) On manually fed broke shredders, the feed table must be of a height and distance from the knives as to prevent the operator from reaching or falling into the knives or the operator must be safeguarded by other acceptable means.(2) A smooth-pivoted idler roll resting on the st…

To clear jams or blockage to the machine, the operator must use objects which will not create a hazard. The use of metal bars for such purposes is prohibited.[Statutory Authority: RCW 49.17.010, [49.17].040 and [49.17].050. WSR 99-16-083, § 296-79-29023, filed 8/3/99, effective 1…

(1) The engaging control for activating the guillotine blade must be a "deadman type" switch that demands continuous operator activation and must be:(a) A positive two-hand operating control; or(b) Located far enough from the cutting location so that the operator cannot reach the…

(1) An alarm bell or flashing light must be actuated or other suitable warning must be given before dropping material through a broke hole when persons working below may be endangered.(2) Broke holes must be guarded to the fullest extent possible consistent with operational neces…

You must ensure that there are written instructions, including safety procedures, for storing and operating industrial kiln guns and ammunition. All personnel working with this equipment must be instructed in these procedures and must follow them.[Statutory Authority: RCW 49.17.0…

See chapter 296-62 WAC, Part P and chapter 296-67 WAC, process safety management.(1) Sodium chlorate.(a) Personnel handling and working with sodium chlorate must be thoroughly instructed in precautions to be used in handling and special work habits.(b) Facilities for storage and …

(1) Piles of wet lap pulp (unless palletized) must be stepped back one-half the width of the sheet for each 8 feet of pile height. Sheets of pulp must be interlapped to make the pile secure. Pulp must not be piled over pipelines to jeopardize pipes, or so as to cause overloading …

Rolls must be secured by chocks or other means to prevent movement when stored horizontally.[Statutory Authority: RCW 49.17.010, [49.17].040 and [49.17].050. WSR 99-16-083, § 296-79-29037, filed 8/3/99, effective 11/3/99; Order 74-24, § 296-79-29037, filed 5/6/74.]

(1) Pulp and paper machines must be equipped with emergency stopping control(s) which can be actuated quickly from all normal operating stations. If useful for the safety of personnel, the stopping control(s) must be interlocked with adequate retarding or braking action to stop t…

[Statutory Authority: RCW 49.17.010, [49.17].040 and [49.17].050. WSR 99-16-083, § 296-79-310, filed 8/3/99, effective 11/3/99; Order 74-24, § 296-79-310, filed 5/6/74; Order 70-6, § 296-79-310, filed 7/10/70, effective 8/10/70.]

(1) Guillotine-type trimmers must be designed in a manner which will require the operator to use both hands simultaneously to activate the cutting blade. If machine helpers are employed in the control function of the cutter, separate two-hand controls must be provided for the con…

(1) Every recessed floor conveyor system must be identified by standard color coding, and so designed and installed to minimize tripping hazards.(2) All areas subject to wet processes must be provided with drains.(a) Drain trenches must be provided with gratings flush with the ad…

Bobst type die cutters.A minimum of 4 inches must be provided between the end of the slat and the guide bar.[Statutory Authority: RCW 49.17.010, [49.17].040 and [49.17].050. WSR 99-16-083, § 296-79-31009, filed 8/3/99, effective 11/3/99; Order 74-24, § 296-79-31009, filed 5/6/74.…

(1) You must have a program to train all personnel associated with recovery boiler operations in safe operating procedures and emergency shutdown procedures.(2) An audible warning system must be installed in kraft and soda base sulfite recovery furnace areas and must be actuated …

Abatement action plans. Refers to your written plans for correcting a WISHA violation.Abatement date. The date on the citation when you must comply with specific safety and health standards listed on the citation and notice of assessment or the corrective notice of redeterminatio…

The safety and health core rules: Your foundation for a safe and healthful workplace. This book contains basic safety and health rules that affect all employers and should cover almost everything small, nonmanufacturing employers need for a safe and healthful workplace. These cor…

Your responsibility:To provide a safe and healthy workplace free from recognized hazards.IMPORTANT:Use these rules where there are no specific rules applicable to the particular hazard.You must meet the requirements …in this section:Provide a workplace free from recognized hazard…

You must provide your employees a workplace free from recognized hazards that are causing, or are likely to cause, serious injury or death.Note:A hazard is recognized if it is commonly known in the employer's industry, or if there is evidence that the employer knew or should have…

You must provide and use safety devices, safeguards, and use work practices, methods, processes, and means that are reasonably adequate to make your workplace safe.(1) You must not remove, displace, damage, destroy or carry off any safety device, safeguard, notice or warning, fur…

You must prohibit employees from entering, or being in, any workplace that is not safe.[Statutory Authority: RCW 49.17.010, 49.17.040, 49.17.050, and 49.17.060. WSR 18-22-116, § 296-800-11015, filed 11/6/18, effective 12/7/18. Statutory Authority: RCW 49.17.010, [49.17].040, and …

You must not construct, or cause to be constructed, a workplace that is not safe.This rule applies to employers, owners, and renters of property used as a place of employment.[Statutory Authority: RCW 49.17.010, 49.17.040, 49.17.050, and 49.17.060. WSR 18-22-116, § 296-800-11020,…

(1) You must prohibit alcohol and narcotics from your workplace, except in industries and businesses that produce, distribute, or sell alcohol and narcotic drugs.(2) You must prohibit employees under the influence of alcohol or narcotics from the worksite.Exemption:Employees who …

You must take responsibility for the safe condition of tools and equipment used by employees.Note:This applies to all equipment, materials, tools, and machinery whether owned by the employer or another firm or individual.[Statutory Authority: RCW 49.17.010, 49.17.040, 49.17.050, …

You must establish, supervise, and enforce rules that lead to a safe and healthy work environment that are effective in practice.[Statutory Authority: RCW 49.17.010, 49.17.040, 49.17.050, and 49.17.060. WSR 18-22-116, § 296-800-11035, filed 11/6/18, effective 12/7/18. Statutory A…

(1) You must control chemical agents in a manner that they will not present a hazard to your workers; or(2) You must protect workers from the hazard of contact with, or exposure to, chemical agents.Note:Pesticides are considered to be chemical agents. As required by this rule, yo…

(1) You must protect employees from exposure to hazardous concentrations of biological agents that may result from processing, handling or using materials or waste.Note:Potential exposure to biological agents occurs during cleanup, or other tasks, where employees handle: – Animal…

You must play an active role in creating a safe and healthy workplace and comply with all applicable safety and health rules.Note:Employees may discuss and participate in any WISHA safety and health related practice and may refuse to perform dangerous tasks without fear of discri…

Employees must:(1) Study and follow all safe practices that apply to their work.(2) Coordinate and cooperate with all other employees in the workplace to try to eliminate on-the-job injuries and illnesses.(3) Apply the principles of accident prevention in their daily work and use…

Important:This rule requires you to have a method of communicating and evaluating safety and health issues brought up by you or your employees in your workplace. Larger employers must establish a safety committee. Smaller employers have the choice of either establishing a safety …

If:Then:You employ 11 or more employees on the same shift at the same locationYou must establish a safety committee(1) You must establish a safety committee.Make sure your committee:(a) Has employee-elected and employer-selected members.(i) The number of employee-elected members …

If:Then:You have 10 or fewer employeesORIf you have 11 or more employees that• Work on different shifts with 10 or fewer employees on each shiftOR• Work in widely separate locations with 10 or fewer employees at each locationYou may choose to hold a safety meeting instead of a sa…

Your responsibility:You must establish, supervise and enforce an accident prevention program (APP) that is effective in practice. (You may call this your total safety and health plan.)You must meet the requirements …in this section:Develop a formal, written accident prevention pr…

(1) You must develop a formal accident prevention program that is outlined in writing. The program must be tailored to the needs of your particular workplace or operation and to the types of hazards involved.Note:The term "accident prevention program" refers to your written plan …

(1) You must develop, supervise, implement, and enforce training programs to improve the skill, awareness, and competency of all your employees in the field of occupational safety and health.(2) You must make sure training includes on-the-job instruction to employees prior to the…

You must establish, supervise, and enforce your accident prevention program in a manner that is effective in practice.[Statutory Authority: RCW 49.17.010, 49.17.040, 49.17.050, and 49.17.060. WSR 18-22-116, § 296-800-14025, filed 11/6/18, effective 12/7/18. Statutory Authority: R…

Your responsibility:You must make sure first-aid trained personnel are available to provide quick and effective first aid.You must meet the requirements …in this section:Make sure that first-aid trained personnel are available to provide quick and effective first aidWAC 296-800-1…

You must comply with the first-aid training requirements of 29 C.F.R. 1910.151(b) which states:"In the absence of an infirmary, clinic, or hospital in near proximity to the workplace, which is used for the treatment of all injured employees, a person or persons must be adequately…

(1) You must make sure first-aid supplies are readily available.(2) You must make sure first-aid supplies at your workplace are appropriate to:(a) Your occupational setting.(b) The response time of your emergency medical services.Note:First-aid kits from your local retailer or sa…

(1) You must provide an emergency shower:(a) When there is potential for major portions of an employee's body to contact corrosives, strong irritants, or toxic chemicals.(b) That delivers water to cascade over the user's entire body at a minimum rate of 20 gallons (75 liters) per…

(1) You must make sure all plumbed emergency washing facilities are inspected once a year to make sure they function correctly.Note:Inspections should include: • Examination of the piping • Making sure that water is available at the appropriate temperature and quality • Activatio…

Note:Supplemental flushing equipment cannot be used in place of required emergency showers or eyewashes.(1) You must make sure hand-held drench hoses deliver at least 3.0 gallons (11.4 liters) of water per minute for fifteen minutes or more.Note:Why use a drench hose? A drench ho…

Your responsibility:You must make sure that your employees have, use, and care for the appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).PPE is an item or items used to protect the eyes, face, head, body, arms, hands, legs, and feet such as goggles, helmets, head covers, gloves, ru…

(1) You must provide personal protective equipment. Standards in this part requiring the employer to provide personal protective equipment (PPE), including respirators and other types of PPE, because of hazards to employees impose a separate compliance duty with respect to each e…

You must look for and identify hazards or potential hazards in your workplace and determine if PPE is necessary on the job.Note:PPE alone should not be relied on to provide protection for your employees. PPE should be used after all other reasonable means of reducing hazards have…

You must verify that a hazard assessment for PPE has been done at your workplace and complete a written certification (paper or electronic format) that includes the:(1) Name of the workplace.(2) Address of the workplace you inspected for hazards.(3) Name of person certifying that…

(1) You must select appropriate PPE.(a) Select appropriate PPE for your employees if hazards are present, or likely to be present.(b) Select PPE for each at-risk employee to use for protection from the hazards identified in your workplace hazard assessment.(2) You must select PPE…

You must provide PPE at no cost to employees if the PPE is:(1) The type that would not reasonably or normally be worn away from the workplace, such as single use or disposable PPE.(2) Required to comply with a safety and health standard to protect employees wherever hazards exist…