SAN FRANCISCO - A reader called the other day and asked where in Title 8 can the four-minute rule regarding medical services and first aid be found. COR asked John Howard, M.D., who is also the Cal-OSHA chief. At present, we learned, it's a matter of interpretation."It's nowhere in Title 8," Dr. Howard said. Section 3400(a) says the employer shall ensure the ready availability of medical personnel. Subsection (b) states that unless an infirmary, clinic or hospital is "in near proximity" to the worksit
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