Pennsylvania Code (Last Updated: April 5, 2016) |
Title 34. LABOR AND INDUSTRY |
PART I. Department of Labor and Industry |
Chapter 5. Blasting, Demolition, Fireworks and Explosives |
SubChapter B. DEMOLITION WORK |
Section 5.36. Stairs, passageways and ladders
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(a) Except for stairways, passageways, and ladders for the use of workmen, access to any building being demolished shall be entirely closed off at all times.
(b) Ladders shall meet the material and construction requirements in Chapter 21 (relating to ladders), and shall be maintained in a safe condition.
(c) Ladders or their side rails shall not extend less than 42 inches above the floor or platform to which such ladders give access.
(d) Ladders shall be secured against slipping out at the bottom and against any movement at the top.