Ala. Admin. Code r. 480-3-4-.10

Current through Register Vol. 43, No. 1, October 31, 2024

Section 480-3-4-.10 - Power Equipment

(1) Inspection

(a) Power equipment shall be inspected by the operator at the beginning of each shift and such examination shall include an inspection of the mechanical and/or electrical equipment.

(2) Maintenance

(a) Where power equipment is used at night, all lights shall be inspected before darkness, defective globes replaced, and defective wiring repaired.

(3) Oiling

(a) Power equipment shall not be cleaned or oiled while in motion, except where adequate protection is provided against moving parts.

(b) All steps, hand rails, grab irons and floors shall be kept free from grease, wire and debris.

(4) Boulders

(a) Oversize rock material set aside by the shovel runner for blasting shall be examined to determine whether or not any unexploded powder remains in such rock or boulder. It shall be the responsibility of the foreman, or such person he may designate, to determine whether or not rocks or boulders set aside for blasting are safe to drill.

(b) No unauthorized person shall be allowed on any power equipment while it is in operation.

(c) Men shall not pass between the shovel and quarry walls while the shovel is operating near such walls if the shovel is in motion.

Author: Department of Industrial Relations

Ala. Admin. Code r. 480-3-4-.10

Prior to October 1, 1982, this regulation was designated as General Rule 10.

Statutory Authority:Code of Ala. 1975, § 25-2-2(3).