Mich. Admin. Code R. 408.16242

Current through Vol. 24-19, November 1, 2024

Section R. 408.16242 - Hopper filling methods

Rule 6242. The method used to fill a hopper more than 5 feet above a floor or platform of a plasticizer shall be 1 of the following:

(a) A barrel dumper that is used with a hoist.

(b) A barrel dumper or an enclosed platform on a powered industrial truck.

(c) A portable stair that has handrails and wheel locks.

(d) A platform that is located not more than 5 feet below the hopper opening.

(e) An automatic feed system.

(f) Another method that does not expose the employee to a hazard.

Mich. Admin. Code R. 408.16242

1979 AC; 1992 AACS