Section R. 408.18124 - Mechanical dumpbins and blendersRule 8124.
(1) An opening in a mechanical dumpbin or blender shall be guarded by 1 of the following: (a) Parallel bars not more than 3 inches apart on centers.(b) Not less than 11-gauge wire mesh with openings not more than 3 inches in any direction. If an employee can reach the moving parts of the machine through the guard, then the 3-inch opening shall be reduced until the hazard is eliminated.(2) A mechanical dumpbin and blender shall be equipped with a suction type dust hood of such capacity as to prevent dust circulation outside the hood.(3) Where the loading point of a manually filled mechanical dumpbin is more than 24 inches above the floor, a bag rest shall be provided.(4) A hinged dumpbin cover shall be provided with a means to lock the cover in the open position or shall be counterbalanced so that it cannot accidentally fall down while the dumpbin is in operation.Mich. Admin. Code R. 408.18124