Michigan Administrative Code
Department - Labor and Economic Opportunity
MIOSHA
General Industry and Construction Safety and Occupational Health Standards
General Industry Safety Standards
Part 71 - LAUNDRY AND DRY CLEANING MACHINERY AND OPERATIONS
GENERAL PROVISIONS
Section R. 408.17131 - Material handling

(1) A mechanism used to tilt tote boxes shall be enclosed by a standard barrier on 3 sides.

(2) Where a chain or cable sling or metal bale is used in connection with lifting by a powered hoist, the hook of the hoist shall be equipped with a safety latch.

(3) A screw conveyor less than 8 feet from a floor or platform shall be equipped with a barrier on each side the entire length of the conveyor.

The barrier shall project not less than 1 1/2 inches above and below the conveyor to prevent hair entanglement.