Louisiana § RS 40:1672 - Scaffolds, supports, or other mechanical contrivances

Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 40:1672 — Scaffolds, supports, or other mechanical contrivances, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ RS 40:1672. Scaffolds, supports, or other mechanical contrivances

All scaffolds, hoist cranes, stays, ladders, supports, or other mechanical contrivances erected by any person for use in the erection, repairing, alteration, removing, or painting of any building, bridge, viaduct, or other structure shall be constructed, placed, and operated so as to give proper and adequate protection to any person employed or engaged thereon or passing under or by it, and in such a manner as to prevent the falling of any material that may be used or deposited thereon.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 40:1672

What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 40:1672 cover?

Section RS 40:1672 ("Scaffolds, supports, or other mechanical contrivances") is part of the Louisiana Civil Code, the codified statutory law of Louisiana. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.

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Is this the official text of Louisiana law?

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