Michigan Administrative Code
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General Industry and Construction Safety and Occupational Health Standards
General Industry Safety Standards
Part 52 - SAWMILLS
GENERAL PROVISIONS
Section R. 408.15223 - Power control

Universal Citation: MI Admin Code R. 408.15223

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

Rule 5223.

(1) A machine shall be equipped with an emergency stop device, red in color, which can be activated from the operators work station.

(2) A machine attended by more than 1 operator shall be equipped with a control for each operator exposed to a point of operation hazard. These controls shall be interlocked to prevent operation until each operator activates his control.

(3) A machine control shall be designed and installed to prevent unintentional activation by contact with objects or part of the body.

(4) A written lockout procedure shall be established by an employer and used by an employee. A power source of any equipment to be repaired, serviced or set up shall be locked out by each employee while doing work. Any residual pressure shall be relieved prior to and during work.

(5) Upon power failures, provisions shall be made to prevent machines from automatically restarting upon restoration of power.

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