Michigan Administrative Code
Department - Labor and Economic Opportunity
MIOSHA
General Industry and Construction Safety and Occupational Health Standards
Construction Safety and Health Standard
Part 19 - TOOLS
Section R. 408.41951 - Woodworking machinery generally

(1) A woodworking machine shall have a disconnect switch that can be locked in the off position. This rule does not apply to hand-held tools. An employer shall establish and maintain a lockout procedure. A machine connected to an electrical source by a plug-in cord shall be considered in compliance if the plug is disconnected and tagged.

(2) The vibration of a machine shall not create a hazard to the operator.

(3) An arbor and mandrel shall have a firm and secure bearing.

(4) The frames and all exposed metal parts of electric woodworking machinery shall be grounded. A portable motor driving and electric tool shall be grounded unless it has approved double insulation.

(5) A woodworking machine shall not automatically restart upon restoration of power after a power failure. A machine wired to a 110-volt line before April 11, 1979, is excepted from this rule.

(6) Operating controls shall be located within reach of the operator while the operator is at the regular work station, making it unnecessary to reach over the cutters. The controls shall be installed so as to eliminate the danger of accidental activation. This subrule does not apply to a constant-pressure control used only for setup purposes.

(7) All woodworking machines shall be provided with point of operation guards.