Indiana Code - Labor and Safety - Title 22, Section 22-10-4-3

Stairways and runways; guardrails

Sec. 3. (a) Stairways, elevated platforms, floor openings, and
elevated runways shall be equipped with suitable handrails or
guardrails. Permanent ladders more than ten (10) feet in height shall
be provided with back guards.
(b) Elevated platforms, floor openings, and runways shall be
provided with toeboards. Stairways built after March 8, 1955, shall
be provided with toeboards. Platforms, stairways, and runways shall
be kept clear of stumbling and slipping hazards and maintained in

good repair.
(Formerly: Acts 1955, c.168, s.32.) As amended by P.L.144-1986,
SEC.183.

Last modified: May 27, 2006