California § 7605 - The employer shall require that tools, machinery, gear and other equipment subjec

Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 7605 — The employer shall require that tools, machinery, gear and other equipment subjec, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 7605. The employer shall require that tools, machinery, gear and other equipment subjec

The employer shall require that tools, machinery, gear and other equipment subject to wear be inspected at adequate intervals and unsafe conditions corrected. If tools, machinery, gear or equipment are found to be defective or otherwise unsafe, employees shall report the same to the person in charge of work who shall have it discarded, marked and so placed that it cannot be used again until made safe.

Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About California § 7605

What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 7605 cover?

Section 7605 ("The employer shall require that tools, machinery, gear and other equipment subjec") is part of the Public Contract Code - PCC, the codified statutory law of California. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.

How do I cite California § 7605?

A common citation format is "Public Contract Code - PCC § 7605" (California). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.

Is this the official text of California law?

No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the California official source linked on this page or consult a licensed California attorney.

How does California § 7605 apply to my situation?

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