WAC 296-863-40040   Meet these requirements when using dockboards (bridge plates).  

     You must:

     • Make sure dockboards are not overloaded:

     – Make sure they are strong enough to carry the load imposed on them.

     – Make sure loads do not exceed the dockboard's rated capacity.

     • Do the following when using dockboards:

     – Drive slowly and carefully over dockboards.

     – Properly secure dockboards before driving on them.

     • Make sure powered dockboards meet the design and construction requirements of U.S. Department of Commerce Commercial Standard CS 202-56 (1961) "Industrial Lifts and Hinged Loading Ramps."

     • Do the following when using portable dockboards:

     – Use anchors or other devices that will prevent slipping.

     – Make sure they have handholds or other effective means for safe handling.



[Statutory Authority: RCW 49.17.010, 49.17.040, 49.17.050, 49.17.060. 04-19-051, § 296-863-40040, filed 9/14/04, effective 2/1/05.]