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Subchapter 14. Petroleum Safety Orders--Drilling and Production 
Article 14. Reservoirs and Stationary Tanks 
  
  
§6549. Pits and Sumps. 
 Open pits or sumps which constitute a hazard to employees, shall be guarded by readily visible barricades, rails or other equally effective means. 
NOTE: Authority cited: Section 142.3, Labor Code. Reference: Section 142.3, Labor Code. 
                                   HISTORY 
1. Amendment of section and new Note filed 5-8-95; operative 6-7-95 (Register 95, No. 19). 
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