§ 16-1971. Fumigation Safety Kit and Other Equipment.

(a) All fumigation crews shall be provided with and shall have in their possession on the job:

(1) A fumigation safety kit, in proper condition for use, containing at least the following:

(A) Statements of instructions published by the manufacturer of the fumigants being used.

(B) Two or more effective gas masks or other safety equipment approved by the National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health, for protection against the type of fumigant being used.

(C) A chart of instructions for artificial resuscitation.

(2) Proper testing equipment as required by the manufacturer's label instructions and all applicable laws and regulations.

(b) The crew shall be instructed in the use and care of kit and safety equipment and in first aid methods.

HISTORY

1. Amendment filed 11-18-57; effective thirtieth day thereafter (Register 57, No. 20).

2. Amendment of subsection (a) filed 9-18-75; effective thirtieth day thereafter (Register 75, No. 38).

3. Amendment filed 5-19-78; effective thirtieth day thereafter (Register 78, No. 20).

4. Amendment filed 9-22-83; effective thirtieth day thereafter (Register 83, No. 39).

5. Repealer of subsection (a)(1)(A), subsection relettering, and amendment of newly designated subsection (a)(C)(2) filed 3-6-95; operative 4-5-95 (Register 95, No. 10).

Note

Note: Authority cited: Section 8525, Business and Professions Code. Reference: Sections 8505.4, 8505.8, 8505.15 and 8505.16, Business and Professions Code.