Current through Vol. 24-22, December 15, 2024
Section R. 408.15451 - Shredder baggers and compost millsRule 5451.
(1) The power of a shredder bagger or compost mill shall be shut off and all motion stopped before moving it.(2) A clog or jam in a shredder bagger or compost mill shall not be cleared until the power has been shut off and all motion stopped.(3) The hopper feed opening of a shredder bagger or compost mill shall be of such distance from the cutting knives or impeller so that an operator cannot make contact or a guarding means shall be employed. A baffle gate shall be installed at the feed opening of a hopper to reduce hazard of kickbacks.(4) The discharge opening shall be covered by a guard, container or catcher whenever the shredder bagger or compost mill is under power.Mich. Admin. Code R. 408.15451