Are golf carts and scooters covered under 1910.178?

OSHA does not have a specific regulation for scooters, golf carts, and other types of personal conveyances (that aren’t intended to move, push, or pull materials). Most of these types of equipment are not covered under the OSHA Powered Industrial Truck (or any other specific) standard. However, OSHA still expects that this equipment to be used safely and could use the General Duty Clause to hold employers responsible for maintaining a safe workplace, including training operators on safe use.

The equipment manufacturer’s operating instructions are usually a good resource. In addition, there are industry/ANSI standards for many types of equipment.