Utah Administrative Code (Current through November 1, 2019) |
R309. Environmental Quality, Drinking Water |
R309-545. Facility Design and Operation: Drinking Water Storage Tanks |
R309-545-18. Safety
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(1) Utah OSHA.
The safety of employees shall be considered in the design of the storage tanks. Ladders, ladder guards, platform railings, and safely located entrance hatches shall be provided where applicable. As a minimum, safety practices shall conform to pertinent laws and regulations of the Utah Occupational Safety and Health Division.
(2) Ladders.
Ladders having an unbroken length in excess of 20 feet shall be provided with appropriate safety features, such as a safety cage, a safety harness, platforms, etc.
(3) Requirements for Elevated Tanks.
Elevated tanks shall have railings or handholds provided to access the water compartment safely.