Pennsylvania Code
Title 34 - LABOR AND INDUSTRY
Part I - Department of Labor and Industry
Chapter 45 - WOODWORKING AND RELATED OPERATIONS
LOGGING OPERATIONS
Section 45.25 - Loading equipment
Current through Register Vol. 54, No. 38, September 21, 2024
(a) Cables used in loading shall be of a strength so as to show a factor of safety of at least four, under a load which will stall the engine.
(b) Loading hooks shall be constructed so as to show no appreciable distortion under load.
(c) The pins and fastenings of all sheaves shall have a strength capable of withstanding the force that would be imposed upon them by tension in the loading line equal to its rated breaking strength.
(d) Loading engines shall be provided with friction brakes capable of stalling the engine.
(e) Before starting to load cars, loaders shall examine all car brakes to be sure that they are set and all car stakes and bunks to be sure that they are securely fastened.