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What is NYC BC § 3320.7.1?

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This section outlines the responsibilities of employers and workers regarding the use of power buggies. It mandates that contractors provide trained operators and maintain control over the equipment. The statute emphasizes the importance of safe operation and maintenance practices. Applies to contractors and workers involved in construction activities using power buggies.

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3320.7.1 Responsibilities of employers and workers.

BC § 3320.7.1

Employers and workers shall have the following responsibilities regarding power buggies: 1. Every contractor causing a power buggy to be used shall provide trained and qualified operators and shall carry out or enforce all provisions of this section pertaining to the use, operation and maintenance thereof.

2.No person other than the operator assigned by the employer shall operate a power buggy. A power buggy shall be in the charge and custody of the operator assigned, and no other person shall in any way interfere with or handle it, nor shall the operator cause or permit any other person to do so.

3.No power buggy shall be operated unless it is in good operating condition and is so constructed that it is stable under conditions of normal use.

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