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57. (1) As construction proceeds in a building with two or more storeys, a permanent or temporary standpipe shall be installed such that the distance between the standpipe and the uppermost work level is no more than two storeys at any given time. O. Reg. 142/17, s. 10. (2) Subsection (1) does not apply to work carried out in a building which is not required by the Building Code to have a permanent standpipe. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 57 (2). (3) A permanent standpipe, (a) shall have sufficient hose outlets to permit every part of the building to be protected by a hose not longer than twenty-three metres; (b) shall have a connection for the use of the local fire department located on the street side of the building not more than 900 millimetres and not less than 300 millimetres above ground level and to which there is clear access at all times; and (c) shall be maintained so as to be readily operable if required to be used. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 57 (3). (4) Every hose outlet in a permanent standpipe shall have a valve. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 57 (4). (5) Every hose used with a permanent standpipe, (a) shall be at least thirty-eight millimetres in diameter; (b) shall have a combination straight stream and fog nozzle; and (c) shall be stored on a rack in such a way as to protect it from damage and keep it available for immediate use. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 57 (5). (6) If a temporary standpipe has been installed, it shall not be disconnected until the permanent standpipe is connected, so that there is always a standpipe in service. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 18 (2). (7) A temporary standpipe shall be maintained so that it is readily operable. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 18 (2). (8) A temporary standpipe shall have at least one hose outlet per floor, with a valve and a hose attached to each hose outlet and a nozzle attached to each hose. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 18 (2). (9) In addition to the requirements of subsection (8), there shall be a connection to which there is clear access at all times, located between 30 and 90 centimetres above ground level on a side of the building that faces the street. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 18 (2). (10) A hose outlet on a temporary standpipe, (a) shall have a valve; and (b) shall be capable of accepting a hose that is 38 millimetres in diameter. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 18 (2). (11) If a temporary standpipe is installed in a building under construction, the constructor shall post at the project, or have available for review, a floor plan of the building indicating, (a) the location of the hose outlets on each floor; (b) the location of the point on the perimeter of each floor that is furthest from the hose outlet on that floor; and (c) the location of each exit on each floor. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 18 (2). (12) The constructor shall give a copy of the floor plan to the fire department located nearest to the project. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 18 (2).
58. No flammable liquid shall be transferred from one container to another by the direct application of air under pressure. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 58. Dust Control
59. If the dissemination of dust is a hazard to a worker, the dust shall be adequately controlled or each worker who may be exposed to the hazard shall be provided with adequate personal protective equipment. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 19.
60.-63. Revoked:  O. Reg. 628/05, s. 2. Public Way Protection
64. (1) No work shall be carried out on a building or structure located 4.5 metres or less from a public way unless a covered way is constructed over the part of the public way that is adjacent to the project. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 64 (1); O. Reg. 142/17, s. 11. (2) Subsection (1) does not apply with respect to a building or structure if the work being done is enclosed. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 64 (2). (3) A covered way, (a) shall have an unobstructed height of not less than 2.4 metres; (b) shall have an unobstructed width of not less than 1.1 metres or, if it is over a sidewalk that is less than 1.1 metres wide, have a width equal to the width of the sidewalk; (c) shall be capable of supporting any load likely to be applied to it and capable of supporting a load of at least 2.4 kilonewtons per square metre; (d) shall have a weather-tight roof; (e) shall have the side adjacent to the project covered with a partition that has a smooth surface on the public way side; (f) shall have a railing one metre high from ground level on the street side; and (g) shall have adequate lighting within the public way. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 64 (3).
65. If work on a project may endanger a person using a public way, a sturdy fence at least 1.8 metres in height shall be constructed between the public way and the project. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 65.
66. Machinery, equipment and material that is being used, left or stored where it may be a hazard to traffic on a public way shall be marked by flashing devices. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 66; O. Reg. 145/00, s. 20. Traffic Control
68. The following requirements apply with respect to a sign used by a worker to direct vehicular traffic: 1. It shall be octagonal in shape, measure 450 millimetres between opposite sides, and be mounted on a pole that is 1.2 metres long. 2. It shall be made of material with at least the rigidity of plywood that is six millimetres thick. 3. On one side it shall be high-intensity retro-reflective grade red in colour, with the word “STOP” written in legible high-intensity retro-reflective grade white letters 150 millimetres high in a central position on the sign. 4. On the other side it shall be high-intensity retro-reflective micro-prismatic fluorescent chartreuse in colour, with a black diamond-shaped border that is at least 317 millimetres by 317 millimetres, and with the word “SLOW” written in legible black letters 120 millimetres high in a central position on the sign. 5. It shall be maintained in a clean and legible condition. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 22; O. Reg. 142/17, s. 12.
69. (1) This section applies with respect to directing vehicular traffic that may be a hazard to workers on a public way. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 23. (2) A worker shall not direct vehicular traffic for more than one lane in the same direction. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 23. (3) A worker shall not direct vehicular traffic if the normal posted speed limit of the public way is more than 90 kilometres per hour. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 23. (4) A worker who is required to direct vehicular traffic, (a) shall be a competent worker; (b) shall not perform any other work while directing vehicular traffic; (c) shall be positioned in such a way that he or she is endangered as little as possible by vehicular traffic; and (d) shall be given adequate written and oral instructions, in a language that he or she understands, with respect to directing vehicular traffic, and those instructions shall include a description of the signals that are to be used. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 23. (5) The written instructions referred to in clause (4) (d) shall be kept at the project. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 23.
69.1 (1) A worker who may be endangered by vehicular traffic shall wear a garment that covers at least his or her upper body and has the following features: 1. The garment shall be fluorescent blaze or international orange in colour. 2. On the front and the back, there shall be two yellow stripes that are 5 centimetres wide.  The yellow area shall total at least 500 square centimetres on the front and at least 570 square centimetres on the back. 3. On the front, the stripes shall be arranged vertically and centred and shall be approximately 225 millimetres apart, measured from the centre of each stripe.  On the back, they shall be arranged in a diagonal “X” pattern. 4. The stripes shall be retro-reflective and fluorescent. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 23. (2) If the garment is a vest, it shall have adjustable fit. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 23. (3) A nylon vest to which this section applies shall also have a side and front tear-away feature. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 23; O. Reg. 345/15, s. 12. (4) In addition, a worker who may be endangered by vehicular traffic during night-time hours shall wear retro-reflective silver stripes encircling each arm and leg, or equivalent side visibility-enhancing stripes with a minimum area of 50 square centimetres per side. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 23. Access To and Egress From Work Areas
70. (1) Access to and egress from a work area located above or below ground level shall be by stairs, runway, ramp or ladder. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 70 (1). (2) Subsection (1) does not apply to a work platform within the meaning of section 136.1 that is able to be moved to give access to a floor, roof or platform or to ground level. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 70 (2); O. Reg. 242/16, s. 8.
71. Adequate means of egress shall be provided from a work area to permit the evacuation of workers during an emergency. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 71.
72. A work area, a route to and from a work area and a scaffold platform on which work is being performed shall be maintained at all times in a condition that does not endanger workers and, without limiting the generality of the foregoing, (a) shall be kept clear of obstructions; (b) shall be kept clear of snow, ice or other slippery material; and (c) shall be treated with sand or similar material when necessary to ensure a firm footing. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 72. Platforms, Runways and Ramps
73. (1) Runways, ramps and platforms other than scaffold platforms shall meet the requirements of this section. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 73 (1). (2) A runway, ramp or platform shall be designed, constructed and maintained to support or resist, without exceeding the allowable unit stresses for the materials of which it is made, (a) all loads and forces to which it is likely to be subjected; and (b) at least 2.4 kilonewtons per square metre. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 73 (2). (3) No runway, ramp or platform shall be loaded in excess of the load that it is designed and constructed to bear. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 73 (3). (4) A runway, ramp or platform shall be at least 460 millimetres wide and shall be securely fastened in place. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 73 (4).
74. (1) A ramp shall have, (a) a slope not exceeding a gradient of 1 in 3; and (b) if its slope exceeds a gradient of 1 in 8, cross cleats made from nineteen millimetres by thirty-eight millimetres boards that are securely nailed to the ramp and spaced at regular intervals not exceeding 500 millimetres. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 74 (1). (2) Subsection (1) does not apply to a ramp installed in the stairwell of a building not exceeding two storeys in height if the ramp, (a) has a slope not exceeding a gradient of 1 in 1; and (b) has cross cleats made from thirty-eight millimetres by thirty-eight millimetres boards that are securely nailed to the ramp and spaced at regular intervals not exceeding 300 millimetres. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 74 (2). Stairs and Landings
75. (1) No work shall be performed in a building or structure unless stairs are installed in accordance with this section. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 75 (1); O. Reg. 327/19, s. 1 (1). (2) As the construction of a building or structure progresses, permanent or temporary stairs shall be installed from the lowest level, including the basement, up to, (a) the uppermost work level; or (b) if stairs would interfere with work on the uppermost work level, no more than two storeys or nine metres below the uppermost work level, whichever distance is shorter. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 75 (2); O. Reg. 142/17, s. 13; O. Reg. 327/19, s. 1 (2). (3) Subsection (2) does not apply with respect to, (a) a part of a building or structure in which only the structural steel beams or columns are erected; (b) a structure to which a permanent ladder is attached before the structure is raised into position; or (c) a part of a building or structure in which formwork or falsework is erected to a suspended slab. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 75 (3); O. Reg. 327/19, s. 1 (3).
76. (1) Temporary stairs and landings shall be designed, constructed and maintained to support a live load of 4.8 kilonewtons per square metre without exceeding the allowable unit stresses for each material used. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 76 (1). (2) No temporary stair or landing shall be loaded in excess of the load it is designed and constructed to bear. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 76 (2).
77. (1) No work shall be performed in a building or structure with stairs unless the stairs meet the requirements of this section. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 77 (1). (2) Stairs shall have, (a) a clear width of at least 500 millimetres; (b) treads and risers of uniform width, length and height; (c) subject to subsection (3), stringers with a maximum slope of 50 degrees from the horizontal; (d) landings that are less than 4.5 metres apart measured vertically; (e) a securely fastened and supported wooden handrail on the open sides of each flight; and (f) a guardrail on the open side of each landing. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 77 (2). (3) The stringers of prefabricated stairs erected inside a tower formed by scaffold frame sections shall have a maximum slope of 60 degrees from the horizontal. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 77 (3). (4) A wooden handrail shall measure thirty-eight millimetres by eighty-nine millimetres and shall be free of loose knots, sharp edges, splinters and shakes. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 77 (4). (5) Skeleton steel stairs shall have temporary wooden treads securely fastened in place that are made of suitable planking extending the full width and breadth of the stairs and landings. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 77 (5). Ladders
78. In sections 78 to 84, “extension trestle ladder” means a self-supporting portable ladder that is adjustable in length, consisting of a trestle ladder base, a vertically adjustable extension section and an adequate means of locking the ladder base and extension section together; (“escabeau coulissant à chevalet”) “platform ladder” means a self-supporting portable ladder that is not adjustable in length, where the highest standing level is a platform; (“escabeau à plateforme”) “single ladder” means a non-self-supporting portable ladder that is not adjustable in length and having only one section; (“échelle simple”) “step-ladder” means a self-supporting portable ladder that is not adjustable in length, having flat steps and a hinged back, and whose back section is either a single ladder or other supporting device, but does not include a step stool or platform ladder; (“escabeau”) “step stool” means a self-supporting, portable, fixed or foldable ladder, not adjustable in length, and having, (a) a height of 800 millimetres or less, excluding side rails, if any, above the top cap, (b) flat steps, but no pail shelf, and (c) a ladder top cap that can be stood or stepped on; (“tabouret-escabeau”) “top step” means the first step below the top cap of a step-ladder or, if there is no top cap, the first step below the top of the rails; (“échelon supérieur”) “trestle ladder” means a self-supporting portable ladder, non-adjustable in length, having two sections and hinged at the top so as to be able to form equal angles with the base. (“escabeau à chevalet”)O. Reg. 345/15, s. 13.
79. A ladder shall be designed, constructed and maintained so as not to endanger a worker and shall be capable of withstanding all loads to which it may be subjected. O. Reg. 345/15, s. 13.
80. (1) A portable ladder at a project shall be manufactured and shall meet the design, performance, test and marking requirements of a Grade 1, Grade 1A or Grade 1AA ladder in the CSA Standard Z11-12, Portable Ladders. O. Reg. 345/15, s. 13. (2) Despite subsection (1), a portable single ladder that is custom-built for use at a project may be used at the project if the ladder has, (a) rungs spaced at 300 millimetres on centres; (b) side rails at least 300 millimetres apart; and (c) a maximum length, measured along its side rail, of not more than nine metres. O. Reg. 345/15, s. 13. (3) If a portable single ladder under subsection (2) is made of wood, the ladder shall also, (a) be made of wood that is straight-grained and free of loose knots, sharp edges, splinters and shakes; and (b) not be painted or coated with an opaque material that obscures the wood grain or interferes with inspections of the ladder. O. Reg. 345/15, s. 13. (4) If the rungs of a ladder under subsection (3) are of the cleat type, the ladder shall also, (a) have side rails that are not less than 400 millimetres but not more than 610 millimetres apart; (b) have side rails that measure not less than, (i) 38 millimetres by 89 millimetres if the ladder is 5.8 metres long or less, or (ii) 38 millimetres by 140 millimetres if the ladder is more than 5.8 metres long; (c) have rungs that measure not less than, (i) 19 millimetres by 64 millimetres if the side rails are 400 millimetres apart, or (ii) 19 millimetres by 89 millimetres if the side rails are more than 400 millimetres apart; and (d) have rungs braced by filler blocks that are at least 19 millimetres thick and located between the rungs. O. Reg. 345/15, s. 13. (5) If a ladder under subsection (3) is a double-width wooden ladder, the ladder shall also, (a) have three evenly-spaced rails that measure at least 38 millimetres by 140 millimetres; (b) have rungs that, (i) measure at least 38 millimetres by 89 millimetres, (ii) extend the full width of the ladder, and (iii) are braced by filler blocks that are at least 19 millimetres thick; and (c) be at least 1.5 metres wide but not more than 2 metres wide. O. Reg. 345/15, s. 13.
81. (1) A portable ladder, (a) shall be free from defective or loose rungs; (b) shall be placed on a firm and level footing or support surface; and (c) shall not be used in an elevator shaft or a similar hoisting area when the shaft or area is being used for hoisting. O. Reg. 345/15, s. 13. (2) A non-self-supporting portable ladder shall be situated so that its base is not less than one-quarter, and not more than one-third, of the length of the ladder from a point directly below the top of the ladder and at the same level as the base of the ladder, if the ladder is not securely fastened to prevent its movement. O. Reg. 345/15, s. 13. (3) A portable ladder or ladder section shall not be tied or fastened to another ladder or ladder section to increase its length unless the manufacturer’s instructions allow for this. O. Reg. 345/15, s. 13. (4) A manufactured portable ladder shall be used in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. O. Reg. 345/15, s. 13.
82. (1) This section applies if a portable ladder is used as a means of access and egress between, (a) levels of a building or structure; (b) the ground or grade level to a building or structure; or (c) different work surface levels. O. Reg. 345/15, s. 13. (2) The ladder, (a) shall extend at the upper level at least 900 millimetres above the landing surface; (b) shall, subject to subsection (3), have a clear space of at least 150 millimetres behind every rung; (c) shall be located so that an adequate landing surface that is clear of obstructions is available at the top and bottom of the ladder for access and egress; and (d) shall be secured at the top and bottom to prevent movement of the ladder. O. Reg. 345/15, s. 13. (3) Clause (2) (b) does not apply to a ladder lying on an excavation wall that is sloped, as required by section 234. O. Reg. 345/15, s. 13.
83. (1) When a step-ladder is being used, its legs shall be fully spread open and its spreaders shall be locked. O. Reg. 345/15, s. 13. (2) No worker shall stand or step on, (a) the top cap, top step or pail shelf of a step-ladder; (b) the top cap or top step of a combination ladder when it is used as a step-ladder; (c) the top step of the extension section of an extension trestle ladder; or (d) the top step of a trestle ladder. O. Reg. 345/15, s. 13.
84. (1) Subject to subsection (2), an access ladder fixed in position, (a) shall be vertical; (b) shall have rest platforms at not more than nine metre intervals; (c) shall be offset at each rest platform; (d) where the ladder extends over five metres above grade, floor or landing, shall have a safety cage commencing not more than 2.2 metres above grade, floor or landing and continuing at least 90 centimetres above the top landing with openings to permit access by a worker to rest platforms or to the top landing; (e) shall have side rails that extend 90 centimetres above the landing; (f) shall have rungs that are at least 15 centimetres from the wall and spaced at regular intervals; (g) shall have an adequate landing surface that is clear of obstructions at the top and bottom of the ladder for access and egress; (h) shall be free from defective or loose rungs; and (i) shall not be used in an elevator shaft or a similar hoisting area when the shaft or area is being used for hoisting. O. Reg. 631/94, s. 2; O. Reg. 345/15, s. 14 (1, 2). (2) Clauses (1) (b), (c) and (d) do not apply to any access ladder on a tower, water tank, chimney or similar structure that has a safety device that will provide protection should a worker using the ladder fall. O. Reg. 345/15, s. 14 (3).
85., 86. Revoked:  O. Reg. 145/00, s. 24. Forms, Formwork, Falsework and Re-shoring
87. (1) Formwork, falsework and re-shoring shall be designed, constructed, supported and braced so that they are capable of withstanding all loads and forces likely to be applied to them, (a) without exceeding the allowable working loads established for any component of the structure; and (b) without causing uplift, sliding, overturning or lateral displacement of the system. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 87 (1). (2) No formwork, falsework or re-shoring shall be loaded in excess of the load that it is designed and constructed to bear. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 87 (2). (3) The allowable working load of the formwork, falsework or re-shoring shall be established, (a) by an engineer in accordance with good engineering practice; or (b) by testing the principal components to their ultimate strength in a manner that simulates the actual loading conditions to which the formwork, falsework or re-shoring is likely to be subjected and by applying a reduction factor, in accordance with good engineering practice, to the values of ultimate strength. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 87 (3); O. Reg. 375/22, s. 5. (4) The results of the testing in clause (3) (b) shall be verified and certified by an engineer and made available to an inspector upon request. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 87 (4); O. Reg. 375/22, s. 5. (5) If single post shores are placed more than one tier high, the junction of each tier shall be braced against a fixed support in at least two directions in order to prevent any lateral movement. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 87 (5).
88. Formwork and falsework shall not be removed unless, (a) the concrete is strong enough to support itself and any loads that may be applied to the structure; or (b) the concrete and the structure are adequately re-shored. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 88.
89. (1) This section applies with respect to formwork, falsework and re-shoring that includes, (a) a tubular metal frame; (b) a column whose effective length is dependent upon lateral restraints between the ends of the column; (c) shores placed one upon another to form a supporting system that is more than one tier in height; (d) shores which are three metres or more in height; (e) a truss; (f) members so connected to one another that a load applied to one member may alter or induce stress in another member; or (g) a unitized modular formwork or falsework structure intended to be moved as a unit. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 89 (1). (2) Formwork and falsework shall be designed by an engineer in accordance with good engineering practice and be installed or erected in accordance with the design drawings. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 89 (2); O. Reg. 375/22, s. 5. (3) Formwork and falsework shall, before the placement of concrete, be inspected by an engineer or by a competent worker designated in writing by the engineer. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 89 (3); O. Reg. 375/22, s. 5. (4) The person carrying out the inspection shall state in writing whether the formwork and falsework is installed or erected in accordance with the design drawings for it. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 89 (4). (5) The constructor shall keep the design drawings and the statements on the project while the formwork or the falsework is in use. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 89 (5).
90. Re-shoring shall be designed by an engineer in accordance with good engineering practice and be erected in accordance with the design drawings. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 90; O. Reg. 375/22, s. 5.
91. Falsework and re-shoring, (a) shall have sound and rigid footings capable of carrying the maximum load to which the footings may be subjected without settlement or deformation of the soil or structure below the footings; and (b) shall be adequately protected to prevent deformation caused by frost heave. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 91.
92. (1) Design drawings by an engineer for the formwork, falsework or re-shoring, (a) if a manufactured system is used, shall identify the components; (b) if non-manufactured system components are used, shall show the size, grade and specifications of the non-manufactured system components; (c) shall show the design loads for the structure and shall detail the bracing and external ties required to adequately support the design loads; (d) if the structure is a unitized modular formwork or falsework structure intended to be lifted or moved as a unit, shall show the attachment points for rigging and hoisting; and (e) shall set out the erection instructions that are specified by the manufacturer or by the engineer. (f)  Revoked:  O. Reg. 85/04, s. 11. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 92 (1); O. Reg. 85/04, s. 11; O. Reg. 375/22, s. 5. (2) The constructor shall keep the design drawings on the project while the formwork, falsework or re-shoring is in use. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 92 (2). Equipment, General
93. (1) All vehicles, machinery, tools and equipment shall be maintained in a condition that does not endanger a worker. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 93 (1). (2) No vehicle, machine, tool or equipment shall be used, (a) while it is defective or hazardous; (b) when the weather or other conditions are such that its use is likely to endanger a worker; or (c) while it is being repaired or serviced, unless the repair or servicing requires that it be operated. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 93 (2); O. Reg. 145/00, s. 25 (1). (3) All vehicles, machines, tools and equipment shall be used in accordance with any operating manuals issued by the manufacturers. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 25 (2). (4) For vehicles, machines, tools and equipment rated at greater than 10 horsepower, copies of any operating manuals issued by the manufacturers shall be kept readily available at the project. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 25 (2).
94. (1) All mechanically-powered vehicles, machines, tools and equipment rated at greater than 10 horsepower shall be inspected by a competent worker to determine whether they can handle their rated capacity and to identify any defects or hazardous conditions. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 26. (2) The inspections shall be performed before the vehicles, machines, tools or equipment are first used at the project and thereafter at least once a year or more frequently as recommended by the manufacturer. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 26.
95. (1) Every replacement part for a vehicle, machine, tool or equipment shall have at least the same safety factor as the part it is replacing. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 95 (1). (2) No modification to, extension to, repair to or replacement of a part of a vehicle, machine, tool or equipment shall result in a reduction of the safety factor of the vehicle, machine, tool or equipment. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 95 (2).
96. (1) No worker shall operate a vehicle or powered machine, tool or equipment at a project unless he or she is competent to do so. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 26; O. Reg. 345/15, s. 15 (1). (2) However, a worker being trained in the operation of a vehicle or powered machine, tool or equipment may operate it while being instructed and supervised by a competent person. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 26; O. Reg. 345/15, s. 15 (2).
97. (1) Every vehicle other than a trailer shall be equipped with brakes and a seat or other place for the vehicle operator. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 97 (1). (2) No person other than the operator shall ride on a vehicle unless a seat is provided for the use of, and is used by, the person. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 97 (2).
98. The means of access to any operator’s station in a vehicle, machine or equipment shall not endanger the operator and shall have skid-resistant walking, climbing and work surfaces. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 98.
99. A cab or screen shall be provided to protect a worker who is exposed to an overhead hazard while operating a vehicle. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 99.
100. (1) No vehicle, machine or equipment shall be drawn or towed by another vehicle on a project unless there are two separate means of attachment to the vehicle drawing or towing it. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 100 (1). (2) Subsection (1) does not apply with respect to a vehicle being drawn or towed in which there is an operator and that has brakes that are able to stop the vehicle with its load, if any. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 100 (2). (3) Each means of attachment referred to in subsection (1) shall be constructed and attached in such a way that the failure of one means of attachment does not permit the vehicle, machine or equipment being drawn or towed to become detached from the other vehicle. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 100 (3).
101. (1) No worker shall remain on or in a vehicle, machine or equipment while it is being loaded or unloaded if the worker might be endangered by remaining there. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 101 (1). (2) Such action as may be necessary to prevent an unattended vehicle, machine or equipment from being started or set in motion by an unauthorized person shall be taken. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 101 (2). (3) An unattended vehicle, machine or equipment shall have its brakes applied and its wheels blocked to prevent movement when the vehicle, machine or equipment is on sloping ground or is adjacent to an excavation. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 101 (3).
102. No operator shall leave unattended the controls of, (a) a front-end loader, backhoe or other excavating machine with its bucket raised; (b) a bulldozer with its blade raised; (c) a fork-lift truck with its forks raised; or (d) a crane or other similar hoisting device with its load raised. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 102. Note: On January 1, 2024, clause 102 (d) of the Regulation is amended by adding “Subject to section 164” at the beginning. (See: O. Reg. 241/23, s. 3)
103. (1) No worker shall operate a shovel, backhoe or similar excavating machine in such a way that it or part of its load passes over a worker. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 103 (1). (2) No worker shall operate a crane or similar hoisting device in such a way that part of its load passes over another worker unless the other worker is receiving the load or is engaged in sinking a shaft. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 103 (2). (3) If practicable, a worker who is receiving a load or is engaged in sinking a shaft shall be positioned so that no load or part of a load carried by a crane or similar hoisting device passes over the worker. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 103 (3). (4) Subsections (2) and (3) do not apply in respect of a multi-tiered load as defined in section 103.1 if written procedures have been developed and implemented for the particular project in accordance with that section. O. Reg. 627/05, s. 2.
104. (1) Every project shall be planned and organized so that vehicles, machines and equipment are not operated in reverse or are operated in reverse as little as possible. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 27. (2) Vehicles, machines and equipment at a project shall not be operated in reverse unless there is no practical alternative to doing so. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 27. (3) Operators of vehicles, machines and equipment shall be assisted by signallers if either of the following applies: 1. The operator’s view of the intended path of travel is obstructed. 2. A person could be endangered by the vehicle, machine or equipment or by its load. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 27. (4) Subsection (3) also applies to shovels, backhoes and similar excavating machines and to cranes and similar hoisting devices. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 27. (5) The operator and the signaller shall, (a) jointly establish the procedures by which the signaller assists the operator; and (b) follow those procedures. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 27. (6) If subsection (3) applies to the project and it is not possible to carry out the project without some operation of vehicles and equipment in reverse, signs shall be posted at the project in conspicuous places warning workers of the danger. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 27.
105. A dump truck shall be equipped with an automatic audible alarm that signals when the truck is being operated in reverse. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 27.
107. No worker shall use as a work place a platform, bucket, basket, load, hook or sling that is capable of moving and that is supported by a fork-lift truck, front-end loader or similar machine. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 107.
108. Blocking shall be installed to prevent the collapse or movement of part or all of a piece of equipment that is being dismantled, altered or repaired if its collapse or movement may endanger a worker. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 108.
109. Every gear, pulley, belt, chain, shaft, flywheel, saw and other mechanically-operated part of a machine to which a worker has access shall be guarded or fenced so that it will not endanger a worker. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 109.
110. (1) Safety chains, cages or other protection against blown-off side or lock rings shall be used when inflating a tire mounted on a rim. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 110 (1). (2) If a cage is used, the tire shall be inflated by remote means. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 110 (2).
111. (1) A lifting jack shall have its rated capacity legibly cast or stamped on it in a place where it can be readily seen. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 111 (1). (2) A lifting jack shall be equipped with a positive stop to prevent overtravel or, if a positive stop is not practicable, with an overtravel indicator. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 111 (2).
112. (1) Every chain-saw shall have a chain that minimizes kickback and a device to stop the chain in the event of a kickback. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 112 (1). (1.1) No worker shall use a chain-saw unless he or she has been adequately trained in its use. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 29. (1.2) No worker shall use a chain-saw unless he or she is wearing, (a) adequate personal protective equipment and clothing, including gloves; and (b) adequate eye protection and hearing protection. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 29. (2) A worker shall hold a chain-saw firmly when starting it and firmly in both hands when using it. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 112 (2). (3) The chain of a chain-saw shall be stopped when not cutting. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 112 (3).
113. No object or material shall be placed, left or stored in a location or manner that may endanger a worker. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 113.
114. A hose that may whip shall be attached to a rope or chain in order to prevent whipping. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 114.
115. No barrel, box or other loose object shall be used as a work place or as a support for a ladder, scaffold or work platform. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 115.
117. (1) No worker shall use an explosive actuated fastening tool unless he or she has been adequately trained in its use. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 30. (2) When using an explosive actuated fastening tool, the worker shall carry proof of his or her training in its use. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 30. (3) No worker shall use an explosive actuated fastening tool unless he or she is wearing, (a) adequate personal protective equipment; and (b) adequate eye protection. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 30.
118. A worker using an explosive actuated fastening tool shall inspect it before using it to ensure, (a) that it is clean; (b) that all moving parts operate freely; (c) that its barrel is free from obstruction; and (d) that it is not defective. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 118.
119. (1) No worker shall use an explosive actuated fastening tool unless it has a suitable protective guard, (a) that is at least seventy-five millimetres in diameter; (b) that is mounted at right angles to the barrel of the tool; and (c) that is centred on the muzzle end of the tool, if practicable. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 119 (1). (2) An explosive actuated fastening tool shall be inoperable unless, (a) its muzzle end is held against a surface using a force at least 22 newtons greater than the force equivalent of the weight of the tool measured in newtons; and (b) when a protective guard is centred on the muzzle end of the tool, the bearing surface of the guard is not tilted more than eight degrees from the work surface. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 31. (3) Subsection (1) and clause (2) (b) do not apply with respect to an explosive actuated fastening tool if the velocity of a fastener fired from it does not exceed 90 metres per second measured at a distance of two metres from its muzzle end when propelled by the maximum commercially-available explosive load it is chambered to accept. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 119 (3). (4) An explosive actuated fastening tool that is designed to require dismantling into separate parts for loading shall be inoperable unless the separate parts are locked together. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 31. (5) An explosive actuated fastening tool shall have a firing mechanism that prevents the tool from being fired if it is dropped or while it is being loaded or prepared for firing. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 119 (5); O. Reg. 142/17, s. 15. (6) The firing movement for an explosive actuated fastening tool shall be a separate action from the operation of bringing the tool into firing position. O. Reg. 145/00, s. 31. (7) An explosive actuated fastening tool shall not be capable of being fired until the operator performs the two separate actions described in subsection (6). O. Reg. 145/00, s. 31.
120. (1) Every explosive actuated fastening tool shall be stored in a locked container when not in use. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 120 (1). (2) No explosive actuated fastening tool shall be left unattended when out of its container. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 120 (2). (3) No explosive actuated fastening tool shall be loaded unless it is being prepared for immediate use. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 120 (3). (4) No explosive actuated fastening tool, whether or not it is loaded, shall be pointed at a person. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 120 (4).
121. (1) Every explosive load for an explosive actuated fastening tool, (a) shall be marked or labelled so that a worker can easily identify its strength; and (b) shall be stored in a locked container unless it is required for immediate use. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 121 (1). (2) No explosive load for an explosive actuated fastening tool, (a) shall be stored in a container with explosive loads of other strengths; or (b) shall be left unattended where it may be available to a worker who is not qualified to operate an explosive actuated fastening tool. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 121 (2). (3) A misfired explosive load removed from an explosive actuated fastening tool shall be placed in a water-filled container on the project until the misfired explosive load is removed from the project. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 121 (3). Welding and Cutting
122. (1) Cylinders, piping and fittings used in welding and cutting shall be protected against damage. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 122 (1). (2) No cylinder of compressed gas used in welding and cutting shall be dropped, hoisted by slings or magnets or transported or stored in a horizontal position. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 122 (2). (3) The valve of a cylinder shall be closed when the cylinder is spent or is not being used. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 122 (3).
123. Precautions to prevent a fire shall be taken when using a blow torch or welding or cutting equipment or a similar piece of equipment. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 123.
124. (1) No arc welding electrode or ground lead shall be hung over a compressed gas cylinder. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 124 (1). (2) An area where electric welding is carried on shall be kept free of electrode stubs and metal scrap. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 124 (2). (3) Receptacles for electrode stubs shall be provided and used. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 124 (3). Access at Heights
125. (1) Where work cannot be done on or from the ground or from a building or other permanent structure without hazard to workers, a worker shall be provided with a scaffold, a suspended work platform, a boatswain’s chair or a multi-point suspended work platform that meets the requirements of this Regulation. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 9. (2) A worker who is on or under a scaffold, a suspended work platform system or a multi-point suspended work platform while it is being erected, altered or dismantled shall be on a part of the scaffold, suspended work platform system or multi-point suspended work platform that meets the requirements of this Regulation. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 9. Scaffolds and Work Platforms
126. (1) Every scaffold shall be designed and constructed to support or resist, (a) two times the maximum load or force to which it is likely to be subjected, without exceeding the allowable unit stresses for the materials of which it is made; and (b) four times the maximum load or force to which it is likely to be subjected without overturning. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 126 (1). (2) Despite clause (1) (a), a scaffold with structural components whose capacity can only be determined by testing shall be designed and constructed to support or resist three times the maximum load or force to which it is likely to be subjected without causing the failure of any component. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 126 (2). (3) No scaffold shall be loaded in excess of the load that it is designed and constructed to bear. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 126 (3).
127. (1) The failure load of a scaffold which consists of structural components whose capacity cannot be determined by testing shall be established by testing the components in a manner that simulates the actual loading conditions for which each of the components is fabricated. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 127 (1). (2) An engineer shall verify and certify the results of a test and the corresponding rated load of the scaffold. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 127 (2); O. Reg. 375/22, s. 5. (3) The constructor shall make available to an inspector upon request a copy of the certification by the engineer. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 127 (3); O. Reg. 375/22, s. 5.
128. (1) Every scaffold, (a) shall have uprights braced diagonally in the horizontal and vertical planes to prevent lateral movement; (b) shall have horizontal members that are adequately secured to prevent lateral movement and that do not have splices between the points of support; (c) shall have footings, sills or supports that are sound, rigid and capable of supporting at least two times the maximum load to which the scaffold may be subjected without settlement or deformation that may affect the stability of the scaffold; (d) shall have all fittings and gear, including base plates or wheels, installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions; (e) shall have connecting devices between frames that provide positive engagement in tension and compression; (f) shall have safety catches on all hooks; and (g) shall be adequately secured at vertical intervals not exceeding three times the least lateral dimension of the scaffold, measured at the base, to prevent lateral movement. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 128 (1). (2) A scaffold shall be constructed of suitable structural materials and, if lumber is used, it shall be construction grade or Number 1 Grade spruce. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 128 (2). (3) A scaffold mounted on pneumatic tires shall not be supported by the pneumatic tires while the scaffold is being erected, used or dismantled. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 128 (3). (4) If tubular metal frames are used to support masonry units on a scaffold platform, each frame leg shall have a minimum working load of, (a) twenty-two kilonewtons for standard frames; and (b) 16.7 kilonewtons for walk-through frames. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 128 (4).
129. (1) A scaffold mounted on castors or wheels, (a) shall be equipped with a suitable braking device on each castor or wheel; and (b) shall have the brakes applied when a worker is on  the scaffold. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 129 (1). (2) A scaffold mounted on castors or wheels shall be equipped with guy wires or outriggers to prevent its overturning if the height of the scaffold platform exceeds three times the least lateral dimension of the scaffold, (a) measured at the base of the scaffold; or (b) if outriggers are used, measured between the outriggers. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 129 (2). (3) No scaffold mounted on castors or wheels that has a scaffold platform more than 2.4 metres above the base shall be moved when a worker is on it unless, (a) the worker is wearing a full body harness as part of a fall arrest system attached to a fixed support; and (b) the scaffold is being moved on a firm level surface. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 129 (3).
130. (1) A scaffold shall be designed by an engineer and shall be erected in accordance with the design if the scaffold exceeds, (a) fifteen metres in height above its base support; or (b) ten metres in height above its base support if the scaffold is constructed of a tube and clamp system. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 130 (1); O. Reg. 375/22, s. 5. (2) Design drawings for a scaffold shall set out erection instructions and the rated loads for the scaffold. O. Reg. 85/04, s. 12. (3) An engineer or a competent worker designated by the supervisor of the project shall inspect the scaffold before it is used to ensure that it is erected in accordance with the design drawings. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 130 (3); O. Reg. 375/22, s. 5. (4) The person carrying out an inspection shall state in writing whether the scaffold is erected in accordance with the design drawings. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 130 (4). (5) The constructor shall keep at a project the design drawings and the written statement for a scaffold while the scaffold is erected. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 130 (5).
131. Only a competent worker shall supervise the erection, alteration and dismantling of a scaffold. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 131.
132. (1) An engineer shall inspect and give a written opinion as to the structural adequacy of a centre pole scaffold used in silo construction when required by subsection (2). O. Reg. 213/91, s. 132 (1); O. Reg. 375/22, s. 5. (2) An inspection shall be performed on the earlier of, (a) the twenty-fourth time the scaffold is erected following the most recent inspection; or (b) for a scaffold used in the construction of, (i) a monolithic silo, two years after the scaffold is erected or after the most recent inspection, and (ii) a stave silo, one year after the scaffold is erected or after the most recent inspection. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 132 (2). (3) The employer responsible for constructing the silo shall keep with a scaffold every written opinion by an engineer concerning the scaffold while it is in use on a project. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 132 (3); O. Reg. 375/22, s. 5. (4) The employer responsible for constructing the silo shall record information about the frequency of use of the scaffold in a log book which shall be kept with the scaffold while it is in use on a project. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 132 (4).
133. (1) This section applies with respect to a worker who is installing reinforcing steel on a vertical surface consisting of horizontal reinforcing steel bars. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 133 (1). (2) A scaffold shall be provided for a worker who is working more than 3.7 metres above the ground or a floor. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 133 (2). (3) If a scaffold cannot be erected, a worker shall use and wear a work belt. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 133 (3). (4) No worker who is climbing the vertical surface shall carry reinforcing steel bars. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 133 (4).
134. (1) Every scaffold platform and other work platform shall be designed, constructed and maintained to support or resist, without exceeding the allowable unit stresses for the materials of which it is constructed, (a) all loads and forces to which it is likely to be subjected; and (b) at least 2.4 kilonewtons per square metre. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 134 (1). (2) Each component of a scaffold platform or other work platform shall be capable of supporting a load of at least 2.2 kilonewtons without exceeding the allowable unit stress for each material used. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 134 (2). (3) No scaffold platform or other work platform shall be loaded in excess of the load that it is designed and constructed to bear. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 134 (3).