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Part 52 - SAWMILLS
SPECIFIC EQUIPMENT
Section R. 408.15233 - Debarkers

Universal Citation: MI Admin Code R. 408.15233

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

Rule 5233.

(1) A debarker shall be guarded by an enclosure or by location so as to protect an employee from flying bark and other debris.

The enclosure shall have a window between the operator and debarker of 3/8-inch plexiglass or material of equivalent or greater strength.

(2) Hold-down rolls shall be used at the in-feed and out-feed sections of mechanical ring debarkers to control the movement of a log.

(3) Where an elevating ramp or gate is used, a means such as a chain or blocking shall be used to insure its suspension when an employee is required to work under it.

(4) A bumper pillar or post of adequate strength to contain a log when passing through a stationary debarker head shall be in place.

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