Section 39.538. Protecting traffic

(a) When working overhead, employes shall keep tools and materials not in use in proper receptacles; tools or materials should not be thrown to or from the man on the pole, but should be raised or lowered by means of a handline, using a proper receptacle. Also tools and loose materials should not be left at the top of poles, ladders or other elevated structures.

(b) Workmen shall not stand where they may be struck by materials dropped by men working overhead.

(c) Pole holes and obstructions shall be protected by watchmen or by suitable guards and danger signals or lights in a location conspicuous to traffic.

(d) When working overhead or hoisting or lowering materials above places where traffic occurs, a man should be stationed to warn passersby.

(e) If traffic is light, warning signs may be used in lieu of watchmen. If traffic is congested, it may be necessary to rope off the space.

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Cross References

This section cited in 34 Pa. Code § 39.501 (relating to general requirements).