Section R. 408.16341 - Woodyard unloadingRule 6341.
(1) Where it is necessary to cut stakes holding logs on railway cars and trucks, the stake on the unloading side shall be partially cut through first and then the binder wire cut on the opposite side. The wire cutters shall have long extension handles. No employee shall be permitted on the unloading side after the stakes are cut.(2) Where steel straps are used without stakes, employees shall stand in a safe area when the straps are cut.(3) A railcar or truck, except a truck being unloaded or loaded by a locomotive crane, shall have the wheels chocked or the brake set during unloading or loading operations.(4) Where binder chain and stakes are used, the binder chains shall be released and the stakes tripped from the opposite side of the load spillage.(5) Where binder chain and crane slings are used, the crane sling shall be in place and taut before the binder chain is released. The hooker shall see that the helper is clear before signaling for the movement of the load.(6) Before a railcar, truck, or trailer is unloaded by a tipple-type device, it shall be secured in place and all employees removed from the hazardous area.(7) Where pulpwood is loaded on flatcars, stakes not less than 4 x 4 inches in dimensional nominal size shall be used to contain the load.(8) A truck driver shall not remain in the truck during unloading operations.Mich. Admin. Code R. 408.16341