Louisiana § RS 40:1676 - Lower scaffolding for protection of workmen on working scaffold or staging
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 40:1676 — Lower scaffolding for protection of workmen on working scaffold or staging, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 40:1676. Lower scaffolding for protection of workmen on working scaffold or staging
Any person employing or directing another to perform labor of any kind in erecting, repairing, altering, or painting any water pipe, stand pipe, smoke stack, chimney, tower, steeple, pole, staff, dome, or cupola, with the use of any scaffold, staging, swing hammock, support, temporary platform, or other similar contrivance for such labor shall keep and maintain at all times while that labor is being performed and the mechanical device is in use or operation a safe and proper scaffold, stay, support, or other suitable device, not less than sixteen feet below the working device when the work is being performed at a height of thirty-two feet or more, for the purpose of protecting the person performing the labor from falling in case of any accident to the working device.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 40:1676
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 40:1676 cover?
Section RS 40:1676 ("Lower scaffolding for protection of workmen on working scaffold or staging") 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.
How do I cite Louisiana § RS 40:1676?
A common citation format is "Louisiana Civil Code § RS 40:1676" (Louisiana). 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 Louisiana law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Louisiana official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Louisiana attorney.
How does Louisiana § RS 40:1676 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Louisiana can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Louisiana.