Michigan Administrative Code
Department - Labor and Economic Opportunity
MIOSHA
General Industry and Construction Safety and Occupational Health Standards
General Industry Safety Standards
Part 7 - GUARDS FOR POWER TRANSMISSION
POWER TRANSMISSION EQUIPMENT
Section R. 408.10711 - Flywheels

Universal Citation: MI Admin Code R. 408.10711

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

Rule 711. An employer shall ensure that any part of a flywheel 7 feet or less above the floor or platform is guarded in 1 of the following ways:

(a) Enclosed by a guard pursuant to R 408.10751 to R 408.10754.

(b) With guardrail systems placed not less than 15, nor more than 20, inches from the rim of the flywheel in compliance with General Industry Safety and Health Standard Part 2. "Walking-Working Surfaces," as referenced in R 408.10702.

(c) The upper rim of a flywheel protruding through a working floor is enclosed or surrounded by a guardrail system in compliance with General Industry Safety and Health Standard Part 2. "Walking-Working Surfaces," as referenced in R 408.10702.

(d) A flywheel with a smooth rim 5 feet or less in diameter may be guarded pursuant to R 408.10756.

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