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Audit safety signs and tags for signal word, message, and placement

Under 29 CFR 1910, other tags may be used in addition to those required by this paragraph (f), or in other situations where this paragraph (f) does not require tags, provided that they do not detract from the impact or visibility of the signal word and major message of any required tag.

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Commission fire-detection systems through acceptance, restoration, and maintenance

Under 29 CFR 1910, the rule requires that the employer assure that the servicing, maintenance and testing of fire detection systems, including cleaning and necessary sensitivity adjustments are performed by a trained person knowledgeable in the operations and functions of the system.

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Keep storage aisles clear and stacked materials stable through daily operations

Under 29 CFR 1910, where mechanical handling equipment is used, sufficient safe clearances must be allowed for aisles, at loading docks, through doorways and wherever turns or passage must be made. Under 29 CFR 1910, the rule requires that storage of material not create a hazard.

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Tie powered-industrial-truck authorization to training and equipment condition

Under 29 CFR 1910, the rule requires that all operator training and evaluation be conducted by persons who have the knowledge, training, and experience to train powered industrial truck operators and evaluate their competence.

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Plan electric-power facility work around the rule's emergency and access controls

Under 29 CFR 1910, while work is being performed in a manhole or vault containing energized electric equipment, an employee with first-aid training must be available on the surface in the immediate vicinity of the manhole or vault entrance to render emergency assistance.

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Audit electrical installations against listing, condition, and working-space requirements

Under 29 CFR 1910, working space for equipment likely to require examination, adjustment, servicing, or maintenance while energized must comply with the following dimensions, except as required or permitted elsewhere in this subpart: the depth of the working space in the direction of access to live parts may not be less than indicated in Table S-1.

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