OAR 437-002-0288: Additional General Health Protection

(1) When welding, cutting, or grinding operations are performed on or with the materials listed in Table OR Q-1, follow the protective measures indicated. These measures are not required if air monitoring samples confirm that the permissible exposure limits specified in Division 2/Z, OAR 437-002-0382, Oregon Rules for Air Contaminants are not exceeded. (2) Use effective engineering controls, including local exhaust ventilation, as the primary control measure for indoor workplaces, when feasible. (a) Use respiratory protection as a control measure when engineering controls are not feasible, or are not effective, or they are insufficient to protect employees to permissible exposure levels. (b) Follow all applicable requirements when working with materials covered by substance-specific rules. (3) Provide nearby workers with potential exposure to the air contaminants associated with the materials in Table OR Q-1 with equivalent, effective protection. [Table OR Q-1] [ED. NOTE: To view attachments referenced in rule text, click here to view rule.]