New York Codes, Rules and Regulations
Title 12 - DEPARTMENT OF LABOR
Chapter I - Industrial Board Of Appeals
Subchapter A - The Industrial Code
Part 23 - Protection In Construction, Demolition And Excavation Operations
Subpart 23-1 - General Provisions
Section 23-1.27 - Mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic jacks

Universal Citation: 12 NY Comp Codes Rules and Regs § 23-1.27

Current through Register Vol. 47, No. 12, March 26, 2025

(a) Capacity marking. The rated capacity of every jack in pounds or tons shall be legibly marked in a conspicuous location on the jack by casting, stamping, etching or other suitable permanent means. Such marking shall not affect the structural integrity of any jack.

(b) Overtravel. Every jack shall be provided with a positive stop to prevent overtravel.

(c) Lubrication. Every jack shall be maintained properly lubricated.

(d) Loads. When an object or structure has been raised to a desired height by means of a jack, such object or structure shall be immediately blocked or cribbed.

(e) Use. The use of any jack shall be at all times under the direct supervision of a designated person.

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