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34 Pa. Code § 39.541. Guarding manholes, handholes, and street openings.

UNDERGROUND LINE OPERATION—SIGNAL SYSTEMS


§ 39.541. Guarding manholes, handholes, and street openings.

 When removing manhole or handhole covers or making excavation, employes shall promptly protect the opening with a barrier, temporary cover, or other suitable guard, and see that danger signals or red lights are displayed in a location conspicuous to the traffic until permanent covers are in place or the excavations are filled.

Cross References

   This section cited in 34 Pa. Code §  39.501 (relating to general requirements).


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