Section R. 408.18126 - Weighing hoppers and scalesRule 8126.
(1) A dial cover of a scale shall be made of shatter-proof material.(2) A trolley flour scale shall be equipped with a bar-type handle not less than 3/4 inch in diameter for use in moving the scale.(3) Trolley wheels on a weigh hopper or scale located less than 8 1/2 feet from a floor or platform shall be guarded with an enclosure on all exposed sides.(4) A scale cut-off switch shall be totally enclosed and connected to the scale beam in a manner to protect the operator from contact.(5) A handle for an operating device for a trolley switch which hangs less than 6 feet 8 inches from the floor shall be of pliable material.Mich. Admin. Code R. 408.18126