1. (1) You must make sure, when platforms are overlapped to create a longer platform, that:

   1. (a) The overlap is over a support;

   2. (b) The platforms are either:

      1. (i) Overlapped by at least twelve inches (30 cm); or
      2. (ii) Are nailed together or otherwise prevented from moving.

2. (2) You must make sure, when platforms are butted together to create a longer platform, that each abutted platform end rests on a separate support surface.

   Note:	Platforms may butt together on a common support member if the member is designed to support abutting platforms, such as either:
   	1. A "T" section; or
   	2. Hook-on platforms designed to rest on common supports.

[Statutory Authority: RCW 49.17.010, 49.17.040, 49.17.050. WSR 15-23-086, § 296-874-20012, filed 11/17/15, effective 12/18/15. Statutory Authority: RCW 49.17.010, 49.17.040, 49.17.050, 49.17.060. WSR 05-01-054, § 296-874-20012, filed 12/7/04, effective 3/1/05.]