(1) These standards which include WAC 296-45-675 apply to work being done on or near any rotorcraft, helicopter crane, or similar device when such device is for power distribution and transmission line construction, alteration, repair or similar work. These standards include work practices when such equipment is being or is about to be used and must apply to the exclusion of any other standard should such other standard be in conflict with the standards contained herein.

(2) These rules must be interpreted where necessary to achieve the protection of employees affected by the hazards particular to the helicopter operation and must be so interpreted as not to conflict with any federal law or regulation governing the operation or maintenance of such craft.