Michigan Administrative Code
Department - Labor and Economic Opportunity
MIOSHA
General Industry and Construction Safety and Occupational Health Standards
General Industry Safety Standards
Part 14 - CONVEYORS
Section R. 408.11412 - Maintenance

Universal Citation: MI Admin Code R. 408.11412

Current through Vol. 24-16, September 15, 2024

Rule 1412.

(1) Lubrication shall be accomplished by 1 of the following methods:

(a) Scheduling when a conveyor can be shut off and locked out.

(b) Automatic pressure or gravity feed system.

(c) Extension pipe leading to an area outside of guards or away from any hazard.

(2) Lubrication must comply with General Industry Safety Standard Part 7 "Guards for Power Transmission," as referenced in R 408.11402.

(3) Repairs or clean up, where unexpected motion would cause injury, shall be done when power is off and locked out.

(4) A walkway or catwalk along a conveyor shall be maintained clear of spills or other obstructions which may be a slipping or tripping hazard.

(5) A flammable cleaning fluid used in splicing of belts shall be kept in a safety container. Welding, cutting, or smoking shall not be permitted in the area where flammable cleaning fluids are being used.

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