OAR 437-004-2810
General Requirements


(1)

Scope. This standard (4/S) covers electrical work and equipment in buildings and on premises. It applies to all work and equipment covered by other sections of Subdivision 4/S.

(2)

Unless stated otherwise in OAR 437-004-2810 (General Requirements) through 437-004-3075 (Agricultural Buildings with Special Hazards), all electrical work, equipment and systems must comply with standards under the jurisdiction of the Oregon Building Codes Division, Department of Consumer and Business Services.

(3)

Do not allow employees to work near live power sources without protection from shock.

(4)

Isolate exposed live electrical conductors from contact by persons or equipment.
NOTE: Paragraphs (3) and (4) above do not apply to electric fences or containment devices.

(5)

Lights 7 feet or closer to the floor or work surface must have a guard, fixture or holder to protect the bulb or tube from breakage.

(6)

Only qualified persons, authorized by the employer may make electrical repairs. (See Subdivision 4/B.)

(7)

Install or remove fuses from live terminals only with special tools insulated for the voltage.

(8)

When the exact location of underground electric power lines is unknown, workers using jackhammers, bars or other hand tools that may contact a line must use insulated protective gloves.

(9)

Before beginning work near exposed lines or equipment, the employer must determine if they are live. If they are, you must advise the employees of the position of the lines, the hazards involved and the protective measures they must use.

(10)

Before beginning work like digging, drilling or remodeling, that may lead to hidden power sources the employer must locate them and determine their voltage. Locate underground lines by calling 1-800-332-2344 or in the Portland Metropolitan area 246-6699. The employer must then:

(a)

Post and maintain proper warning signs where such circuits exist; and

(b)

Advise the employees of the position of the lines, the hazards involved and the protective measures they must use.
NOTE: If the work covered by (8) and (9) above might involve voltages over 750v, see OAR 437-004-3050 (Work Near Overhead Lines).

(11)

There must be sufficient space near electrical equipment to permit safe operation and maintenance.

(a)

Near exposed parts, the minimum clearance from floor to ceiling must be at least 76 inches. There must be a clear radius of at least 36 inches in front of the panel.

(b)

There must be enough clearance to permit at least a 90 degree opening of all doors or hinged panels.

(c)

Do not store anything in front of electrical panels.

(12)

There must be suitable barriers or other means to ensure that work space for electrical equipment is not used as a passageway when energized parts are exposed.

(13)

Require workers to report all electric shocks to management or supervisors immediately.

(a)

Check the equipment causing the shock and remove from service or repair it before further use.

(14)

Electrical equipment must be free from recognized hazards that may cause death or serious physical harm. Use the criteria below to determine the safety of equipment.

(a)

Electrical equipment must be listed or labeled, except custom-made components and utilization equipment. (See Division 4/B, OAR 437-004-0100 (Universal Definitions), for definitions of listed and labeled.)

(b)

Mechanical strength and durability, and for parts that enclose and protect other equipment, the adequacy of the protection.

(c)

Classification by type, size, voltage, current capacity or specific use.

(d)

Other factors that contribute to the practical safeguarding of employees using or likely to contact the equipment.

(15)

Follow manufacturer’s instructions or recommendations when installing listed or labeled equipment.

(16)

In wet or damp locations, use only fixtures approved for that purpose. Install them so that water cannot enter or accumulate in wireways, lampholders, or other electrical parts.

(17)

All pull boxes, junction boxes and fittings must have approved covers. Metal covers must be grounded.

(18)

All wall plugs and switches must have approved, unbroken covers or faceplates and no broken parts.

(19)

Receptacles, plugs, fixtures, lamp-holders lamps and other holders and outlets must have no exposed live parts.
NOTE: Rosettes and cleat-type lamp-holders may have exposed parts if they are 8 feet or higher above the floor.

Source: Rule 437-004-2810 — General Requirements, https://secure.­sos.­state.­or.­us/oard/view.­action?ruleNumber=437-004-2810.

437–004–0001
Application
437–004–0002
Scope
437–004–0003
Exclusive Coverage
437–004–0005
Access to Employee Exposure and Medical Records
437–004–0099
General Standards
437–004–0100
Universal Definitions
437–004–0150
Standards Organizations
437–004–0240
Safety Orientation for Seasonal Workers
437–004–0251
Safety Committees and Safety Meetings
437–004–0310
Working Surfaces
437–004–0320
Guarding Floor and Wall Openings and Holes
437–004–0330
Fixed Industrial Stairs
437–004–0340
Portable Ladders
437–004–0350
Orchard Ladders
437–004–0360
Fixed Ladders
437–004–0370
Scaffolding
437–004–0380
Manually Propelled Mobile Ladder Stands and Scaffolds (Towers)
437–004–0390
Other Working Surfaces
437–004–0405
Exits and Emergency Action Plan
437–004–0450
Emergency Action Plan
437–004–0570
Manlifts
437–004–0610
Ventilation
437–004–0630
Noise Exposure
437–004–0650
Ionizing Radiation
437–004–0710
Compressed Gases
437–004–0715
Acetylene
437–004–0716
Oxygen
437–004–0717
Hydrogen
437–004–0720
Flammable and Combustible Liquids
437–004–0725
Spray Finishing
437–004–0770
Explosives and Blasting Agents
437–004–0780
Storage and Handling of Liquefied Petroleum Gases
437–004–0790
Use of Liquefied Petroleum Gas or Natural Gas in Fields and Orchards
437–004–0800
Storage and Handling of Anhydrous Ammonia
437–004–0950
Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER)
437–004–1005
General Requirements for Protective Equipment
437–004–1020
Personal Fall Protection
437–004–1030
Work Clothing
437–004–1035
Eye and Face Protection
437–004–1041
Respiratory Protection
437–004–1050
Head Protection
437–004–1060
Hand, Foot, and Extremity Protection
437–004–1070
Working Underway on Water
437–004–1075
Working Over or In Water
437–004–1105
Sanitation
437–004–1110
Field Sanitation for Hand Labor Work
437–004–1115
COVID-19 Workplace Requirements for Employer-Provided Labor Housing
437–004–1120
Agricultural Labor Housing and Related Facilities
437–004–1140
Lighting
437–004–1150
Safety Colors for Marking Physical Hazards
437–004–1180
Accident Prevention Signs
437–004–1250
Confined and Hazardous Spaces
437–004–1260
Manure Lagoons, Storage Ponds, Vats, Pits and Separators
437–004–1275
The Control of Hazardous Energy (Lockout/Tagout)
437–004–1305
Medical Services and First Aid
437–004–1430
Sources of Fire
437–004–1440
Required Postings
437–004–1450
Extinguishers
437–004–1460
Fire Prevention Plan
437–004–1470
Employee Equipment and Training
437–004–1505
Air Receivers and Pressure Systems
437–004–1525
Boilers and Steam Systems
437–004–1610
General Requirements
437–004–1630
Conveyors
437–004–1670
Automotive Hoists
437–004–1680
Storage of Hazardous Chemicals
437–004–1700
Forklifts and Other Powered Industrial Trucks
437–004–1750
Helicopters
437–004–1805
Rope, Chain, Rigging, and Hoists
437–004–1825
Tackle and Hoisting Equipment
437–004–1910
General Equipment Guarding
437–004–1940
Farm Field Equipment
437–004–1970
Farmstead Equipment
437–004–2000
Powered Saws
437–004–2100
Grinders
437–004–2220
General Requirements — Small Tools
437–004–2230
Guarding and Operation of Portable Powered Tools
437–004–2240
Power Lawnmowers
437–004–2260
Other Portable Tools and Equipment
437–004–2310
General Requirements
437–004–2350
Oxygen-Fuel Gas Welding and Cutting
437–004–2400
Arc Welding and Cutting
437–004–2810
General Requirements
437–004–2850
Temporary Lighting and Wiring
437–004–2860
Flexible Cable and Extension Cords
437–004–2870
Attachment Plugs and Receptacles
437–004–2880
Cord and Plug-Connected Equipment
437–004–2900
Grounding and Bonding
437–004–2950
Switches and Circuit Breakers
437–004–3000
Identification and Load Ratings
437–004–3050
Work Near Overhead Lines
437–004–3075
Agricultural Buildings with Special Hazards
437–004–3100
Excavation
437–004–3410
Agricultural, Commercial and Industrial Vehicles
437–004–3420
Working from Vehicles and Vehicle Loads
437–004–3430
Training for Agriculture Tractor Operators
437–004–3460
Industrial Vehicles
437–004–3480
Bridges, Roads and Ramps
437–004–3550
Servicing Multi Piece and Single Piece Rim Wheels
437–004–3600
Roll-Over Protective Structures (ROPS) for Tractors in Agriculture
437–004–3650
Roll-Over Protective Structures — Industrial Vehicles
437–004–3660
Vehicle-Mounted Elevating and Rotating Work Platforms
437–004–6000
Adoption by Reference of Federal Standard
437–004–6001
Expiration and Implementation Dates
437–004–6401
Effective dates for worker training programs in Oregon
437–004–6405
Restrictions Associated With Outdoor Production Pesticide Applications
437–004–6406
Pesticide Spray Drift and Innovative Methods
437–004–6501
Handler training programs in Oregon
437–004–6502
Oregon requirements for Worker Protection Standard trainers of handlers who qualify using train-the-trainer programs
437–004–6508
Respiratory Protection
437–004–6509
Emergency eye-washes and eye flushing supplies
437–004–9000
Oregon Rules for Air Contaminants
437–004–9010
Fumigated Areas.
437–004–9050
Asbestos
437–004–9090
13 Carcinogens
437–004–9600
Lead
437–004–9620
Cadmium
437–004–9626
Chromium (VI)
437–004–9640
Benzene
437–004–9650
Bloodborne Pathogens
437–004–9710
Acrylonitrile
437–004–9720
Thiram
437–004–9740
Ethylene Oxide
437–004–9760
Formaldehyde
437–004–9780
Methylendianiline
437–004–9800
Hazard Communication Standard for Agricultural Employers
437–004–9830
Retention of Department of Transportation (DOT) Markings, Placards and Labels
437–004–9850
Pipe Labelling
437–004–9860
Hazardous Chemicals in Laboratories
Last Updated

Jun. 8, 2021

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