Michigan Administrative Code
Department - Labor and Economic Opportunity
MIOSHA
General Industry and Construction Safety and Occupational Health Standards
General Industry Safety Standards
Part 33 - PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
PERSONAL FALL PROTECTION SYSTEMS
Section R. 408.13395f - Lineman's body belt and pole strap systems
Current through Vol. 24-16, September 15, 2024
Rule 3395f. An employer shall ensure that all linemans body belt and pole strap systems meet the following tests:
(a) A dielectric test of 819.7 volts, AC, per centimeter, 25,000 volts per foot, for 3 minutes without visible deterioration.
(b) A leakage test of 98.4 volts, AC, per centimeter, 3,000 volts per foot, with a leakage current of no more than 1 mA.
(c) A flammability test in accordance with Table F "Flammability Test."
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TABLE F FLAMMABILITY TEST |
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Test Method |
Criteria for Passing Test |
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1. Vertically suspend a 19.7-inch (500-mm) length of strapping supporting a 220.5-lb (100-kg) weight. |
Any flames on the position strap must self-extinguish. |
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2. Use a butane or propane burner with a 3-inch (76-mm) flame. |
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3. Direct the flame to an edge of the strapping at a distance of 1 inch (25 mm). |
The positioning strap must continue to support the 220.5-lb (100-kg) mass. |
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4. Remove the flame after 5 seconds. |
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5. Wait for any flames on the positioning strap to stop burning. |
