29 CFR 1917 Subpart F Terminal Facilities 29

29 CFR 1917 - Subpart F Terminal Facilities

29 CFR 1917 - Subpart F 1917. 111 - Maintenance and load limits n 1917. 112 - Guarding of edges n 1917. 113 - Clearance heights n 1917. 114 - Cargo doors n 1917. 115 - Platforms and skids n 1917. 116 - Elevators and escalators n 1917. 117 - Manlifts n

29 CFR 1917 - Subpart F 1917. 118 - Fixed ladders n 1917. 119 - Portable ladders n 1917. 120 - Fixed stairways n 1917. 121 - Spiral stairways n 1917. 122 - Employee exits n 1917. 123 - Illumination n

29 CFR 1917 - Subpart F 1917. 124 - Dockboards (car and bridge plates) n 1917. 125 - Guarding temporary hazards n 1917. 126 - River banks n 1917. 127 - Sanitation n 1917. 128 - Signs and marking n

1917. 111(a) – Maintenance and Load Limits n n Structural integrity of docks, piers, wharves, terminals & working surfaces maintained. [note: marine terminal in Kobe, Japan following Jan. ’ 95 earthquake. ]

1917. 111(b) & (c) – Maintenance and Load Limits n Maximum safe load limits – Must be conspicuously posted in all cargo areas. n Maximum safe load limits not exceeded.

1917. 111(d) – Maintenance and Load Limits n Walking and working surfaces – Must be maintained in good repair.

1917. 112(a) – Guarding of Edges n Vehicle protection – Vehicle curbs, bull rails, or effective barriers at least six inches in height. – Curb or bull rails installed after 10/3/83 - must be at least 10 inches in height.

1917. 112(b)(1) – Guarding of Edges n Employee protection – Guardrails – exposed to floor or wall openings. – Hazard of falling more than 4 ft. or into water.

1917. 112(b)(2) – Guarding of Edges n Locations where guardrails are not required; – Loading platform and docks. – Waterside edges used for cargo handling. – Working sides of work platforms. – Railroad rolling stock, highway vehicles, intermodal containers.

1917. 112(c) - Guarding of Edges n Guardrails criteria; – Withstand a 200 lb. Force. – Consist of toprail and midrail.

1917. 112(d) – Guarding of Edges n Toeboards requirements; – When employees exposed to falling objects. – At least 3 ½ inches in height. – With-stand a force of 50 lbs.

1917. 112(e) & (f) – Guarding of Edges n Stair railings; – With-stand a force of 200 lbs. – Top rail, 32”-36” in height. – Free of sharp edges. . – Maintained in good condition.

1917. 113 – Clearance Heights n Posted where height is insufficient for vehicles and equipment.

1917. 114(a)(1) – Cargo Doors n Mechanical operated; – Cargo door counterweights shall be guarded.

1917. 114(a)(2) – Cargo Doors n Mechanical operated; – Lift trucks and cranes not used to open doors unless for repairs. – Opening roped or guarded to prevent entry.

1917. 114(a)(3) – Cargo Doors n Mechanical operated; – Vertically operated doors partially opened – secured against falling.

1917. 114(c)(1)&(2) – Cargo Doors n Horizontal sliding; – Rollers must be constructed to prevent jumping off tracks. – Doors secured to prevent swinging.

1917. 115 Platforms and Skids n Extend from pier, transit shed or lofts. – Guardrails on open sides. – Alternate means, such as nets. n Employees working below second-story platform. – Protected from falling objects by net. n Strong enough to bear loads handled. – Safe working load posted. n Platform and skid attachments that will prevent movement.

1917. 116 - Elevators and Escalators n Safety devices not to be overridden. n Thoroughly inspected each year. – Monthly inspections by designated person. n Elevator landing openings - provided with doors, gates, etc. n Load limits posted and not exceeded. n Operated by designated persons.

1917. 116 – Elevators and Escalators n Elevator control panel

1917. 117(a) - Manlifts not found in most marine terminals. – Some still found at grain terminals. Must be inspected monthly by designated person. n Safety switches to be checked weekly. n Monthly inspection includes 22 items. n

1917. 117(c) - Manlifts n Emergency stop device – Within easy reach from any position on the belt.

1917. 117(d) - Manlifts n Instructions must be conspicuously posted.

1917. 117(i) & (j) – Manlifts n Emergency ladder accessible. – Provided for entire run of the lift. n Landing spaces to be clear. – Unobstructed with guardrails. – Floor landing entrances and exits must be guarded.

1917. 117(n) - Manlifts n Clearance between top landing and ceiling to be at least 11 ft.

1917. 118(a)-(f) – Fixed Ladders n n Defective ladders must be removed from service. Rungs evenly spaced – 12” apart (+ 2”), and at least 12” wide. Side rails extend 36” above top landing. Ladders more than 20 ft. in height must have a cage, well or safety device.

1917. 119(a)-(f) – Portable Ladders n n Manufacturer ladders obtained after 1/21/1998 must bear I. D. of appropriate ANSI standard. Maintained is safe condition. Securely positioned on level and firm base. Fitted with slip resistant bases.

1917. 119(f)(5) – Portable Ladders n Self-supporting ladders shall not be used as single straight ladders.

1917. 120 – Fixed Stairways n n n Stairs with 4 or more risers must have stair railings or handrails. Railing height must be 33”, + 3” from tread surface at riser face. Capable of supporting a force of 200 lb.

1917. 121 – Spiral Stairways n n n Stairway must conform to Figure F-1. Railing must comply with 1917. 112(c)(1). Vertical clearance must be at least 6 ft. 6 in. above the top step.

1917. 122 – Employee Exits n n All exits must be clearly marked. If exit not visible – directional signs must be posted. Exits readily accessible and clear passage maintained. Minimum width of exit – 28 inches.

1917. 123 - Illumination n Working and walking areas to be illuminated. Measurement of light intensity. – Cargo transfer points – 5 foot-candles – Other work areas – 1 foot-candle – Security purposes – ½ foot-candle Lights should not shine in employee’s eyes.

1917. 124(c) -Dockboards (car and bridge plates) n n n Strong enough to support loads imposed on them. Anchored or be equipped w/devices to prevent movement. Hand holds on portable dockboards.

1917. 124(c) – Dockboards (car and bridge plates) n Constructed to prevent vehicles from running off edge. – Minimum side board height of 2¾ in.

1917. 124(c) - Dockboards (car and bridge plates) n Positive means used to prevent railcars or highway vehicles from moving.

1917. 124(d) – Dockboards (car and bridge plates) n n Ramps strong enough to support load imposed on them. Constructed to prevent vehicles from running off edge. – Minimum side board height of 2 ¾ in. n Must have slipresistant surface.

1917. 125 – Guarding Temporary Hazards n Ditches, pits, excavations and surfaces in poor repair must be guarded. – Readily visible barricades. – Rails. – Other equally effective means.

1917. 126(b) – River Banks n Working surfaces at river banks slope so steeply – employee could slip or fall into water. – Outer perimeter posted or roped off. – Employees must wear a personal flotation device.

1917. 127(a) - Sanitation n Washing and toilet facilities must be provided. – Running water – Soap – Individual hand towels – Separate compartments

1917. 127(b) – Sanitation n Potable drinking water must be accessible at all times. Water containers must be clean, containing only water and ice, and fitted with covers. Common drinking cups are prohibited.

1917. 127(c) & (d) - Sanitation Eating or drinking in vicinity of hazmat handling or storage is prohibited. n No working in the vicinity of uncovered garbage. n

1917. 128 – Signs and Marking n Conspicuously posted signs. – Location of first aid facilities – Location of telephones – Emergency telephone numbers – EMS, police, fire department, etc. [911 ? ? ] – Location of firefighting, emergency equipment and fire exits.