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Subchapter 14. Petroleum Safety Orders--Drilling and Production
Article 6. Fires and Explosions
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§6523. Static Electricity.


(a) The accumulation of static electricity shall be controlled in accordance with the provisions of General Industry Safety Orders, except as provided in subsection (b) of this section.

(b) Steel derricks and masts shall be grounded.

NOTE: Authority cited: Section 142.3, Labor Code. Reference: Section 142.3, Labor Code.

HISTORY

1. Amendment filed 7-20-59; effective thirtieth day thereafter (Register 59, No. 12).

2. Amendment of subsection (b) and new Note filed 5-8-95; operative 6-7-95 (Register 95, No. 19).

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