SEAT BELTS
CAL. CODE REGS, tit. 8, § 1596(a)(1) (2001) - Although two instances of employees not wearing seat belts while operating heavy construction equipment were established, Employer satisfied all five elements of the independent employee action defense and was relieved of liability for the violation.
ELEVATED AERIAL DEVICES - STANDING ON RAILINGS
CAL. CODE REGS, tit. 8, § 3648(e) (2001) - An employee stood on the mid-rail of an elevated aerial device's basket to perform welding tasks. Employer did not establish the independent employee action