Scope.
Note: | This rule is intended to protect employees from hazards associated with the exploding separation of rim wheel components. |
| This chapter applies to the protection of employees who service split rim wheels and single-piece rim wheels used on large vehicles. For example: |
| 1. Trucks; |
| 2. Tractors; |
| 3. Trailers; |
| 4. Buses; and |
| 5. Off-road machines. |
EXEMPTION: | This chapter does not apply to the servicing of rim wheels used on: |
| 1. Automobiles; or |
| 2. Tires designated as light truck (LT). |
Note: | The tire designation can be found on the sidewall of the tire. |
[Statutory Authority: RCW
49.17.010,
49.17.040,
49.17.050,
49.17.060. WSR 15-24-102, § 296-864-100, filed 12/1/15, effective 1/5/16; WSR 04-20-079, § 296-864-100, filed 10/5/04, effective 2/1/05.]