Mich. Admin. Code R. 408.15416

Current through Vol. 24-22, December 15, 2024

Section R. 408.15416 - Operating rules generally

Rule 5416.

(1) A gas tank shall not be filled:

(a) Indoors, except in an area conforming to the requirements of the state fire marshal rules entitled "Flammable Liquids," being R 28.601 to R 28.739 of the Michigan Administrative Code.

(b) While the engine is running.

(c) While a source of ignition is present in the immediate area.

(2) A portable container used for refueling shall be an approved safety can with an automatic closing cap and flame arrester.

(3) Spills of gasoline which could create a hazard shall be cleaned up immediately.

(4) The drive mechanism of self-propelled groundskeeping equipment shall be disengaged before starting the motor or engine.

(5) An engine or motor governor adjustment shall not be made or changed to create an overspeed condition.

(6) An engine or motor shall be stopped and an inspection made after striking a foreign object with a machine or if a vibration develops.

(7) An engine or motor shall be stopped when clearing a clog or a jam or when removing an attachment.

(8) An area to be mowed shall be checked and cleared of any object which might be picked up and thrown by a blade.

(9) The discharge of material shall not be directed at another person.

(10) Groundskeeping equipment shall not be left running, unattended, if the operator is beyond vision or more than 25 feet away from the equipment.

(11) Groundskeeping equipment, without approved double insulation and powered by 110 volts or more, shall be connected to a grounded service outlet. Unless equipment is an approved double insulated device, its cord and any extension cords shall be of 3-wire grounded type and of a contrasting color to the foliage such as, but not limited to, orange or yellow.

(12) All rotating shafts, fly wheels, chains, belts, pulleys, and sprockets, shall be located or guarded to prevent accidental contact in accordance with and as prescribed in, Part 7. Guards for Power Transmission, being R 408.10701 to R 408.10765 of the Michigan Administrative Code.

Mich. Admin. Code R. 408.15416

1979 AC; 1983 AACS