S-2.1, r. 4 - Safety Code for the construction industry

Section 3.7.1 Disposition versions

2016-11-10

3.7.1. Temporary ramps, runways and platforms, other than scaffolding platforms, shall:

(a)  be designed, constructed and maintained to safely support loads that may be applied to them;

(b)  be at least 480 mm wide;

(c)  be securely fastened in place;

(d)  have braces that tie their vertical and horizontal supports and ensure stability;

(e)  when they are open-worked and placed more than 1.8 m above the floor or the ground, not include openings or holes such as a sphere of 30 mm can go through;

(f)  have a free space of 2 m above and below, unless the danger is indicated;

(g)  where they include welded elements, be welded by welders having an “O” or “V” class certificate from the Canadian Welding Bureau or a Class A or B qualification certificate in pressure vessel welding issued by the Minister of Employment and Social Solidarity;

(h)  bear a plate giving their rated load, maximum weight (including rated load), name of the manufacturer, date of manufacture, reference to plans submitted and in the case of a ramp, a runway or a platform made after 24 January 1987, identification of the welder;

(i)  have guard-rails complying with Subdivision 3.8.

R.R.Q., 1981, c. S-2.1, r. 6, s. 3.7.1; O.C. 1959-86, s. 17; O.C. 35-2001, s. 12; O.C. 606-2014, s. 11.

2014-07-17

3.7.1. Temporary ramps, runways and platforms, other than scaffolding platforms, shall:

(a)  be designed, constructed and maintained to safely support loads that may be applied to them;

(b)  be at least 480 mm wide;

(c)  be securely fastened in place;

(d)  have braces that tie their vertical and horizontal supports and ensure stability;

(e)  when they are open-worked and placed more than 1.8 m above the floor or the ground, not include openings or holes such as a sphere of 30 mm can go through;

(f)  have a free space of 2 m above and below, unless the danger is indicated;

(g)  where they include welded elements, be welded by welders having an “O” or “V” class certificate from the Canadian Welding Bureau or a Class A or B qualification certificate in pressure vessel welding issued by Emploi-Québec;

(h)  bear a plate giving their rated load, maximum weight (including rated load), name of the manufacturer, date of manufacture, reference to plans submitted and in the case of a ramp, a runway or a platform made after 24 January 1987, identification of the welder;

(i)  have guard-rails complying with Subdivision 3.8.

R.R.Q., 1981, c. S-2.1, r. 6, s. 3.7.1; O.C. 1959-86, s. 17; O.C. 35-2001, s. 12; O.C. 606-2014, s. 11.

2012-09-01

3.7.1. Temporary ramps, runways and platforms, other than scaffolding platforms, shall:

(a)  be designed, constructed and maintained to safely support loads that may be applied to them;

(b)  be at least 480 mm wide;

(c)  be securely fastened in place;

(d)  have braces that tie their vertical and horizontal supports and ensure stability;

(e)  when they are open-worked and placed more than 1.8 m above the floor or the ground, not include openings or holes such as a sphere of 30 mm can go through;

(f)  have a free space of 2 m above and below, unless the danger is indicated;

(g)  where they include welded elements, be welded by welders having an “O” or “V” class certificate from the Canadian Welding Bureau or a certificate from the Ministère du Travail;

(h)  bear a plate giving their rated load, maximum weight (including rated load), name of the manufacturer, date of manufacture, reference to plans submitted and in the case of a ramp, a runway or a platform made after 24 January 1987, identification of the welder;

(i)  have guard-rails complying with Subdivision 3.8.

R.R.Q., 1981, c. S-2.1, r. 6, s. 3.7.1; O.C. 1959-86, s. 17; O.C. 35-2001, s. 12.