WAC 296-54-587   Self-loading log trucks.  (1) A safe means of access and egress must be provided to the operator's loading work station.

     (2) Self-loading log truck operators must not unload their own load unless a positive means of securing the logs is provided when binders and wrappers are removed.

     (3) New self-loading log trucks purchased and put in operation after January 1, 1980, must be equipped with:

     (a) A check valve installed on the jib boom; and

     (b) A seat that is offset from the point of attachment of the boom. The seat and boom structure must rotate concurrently.

     (4) The operator of a self-loading log truck must not heel the log over the operator's work station.



[Statutory Authority: RCW 49.17.010, [49.17].040 and[49.17].050 . 99-17-117, § 296-54-587, filed 8/18/99, effective 12/1/99. Statutory Authority: RCW 49.17.040, 49.17.150 and 49.17.240. 79-10-081 (Order 79-14), § 296-54-587, filed 9/21/79.]