SafetyQuestion 356 of 1632
When a trench is 4 feet or more deep, Cal/OSHA requires a safe means of egress (such as a ladder or ramp) to be located within how far of any worker?
a.Within 25 feet of lateral travel
b.Within 100 feet of lateral travel
c.Within 75 feet of lateral travel
d.No egress requirement applies to trenches
Explanation
8 CCR §1541 requires that for trench excavations 4 feet or more deep, a stairway, ladder, ramp, or other safe means of egress be located so workers travel no more than 25 feet laterally to reach it.
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