Section R. 408.11276 - Maintenance of arc welding machinesRule 1276.
(1) Spliced welding cable shall not be used within 10 feet (3.05 m) of an arc welding machine.(2) Equipment in need of repair that constitutes a safety hazard shall not be used or put in use until repairs are made by a knowledgeable employee or outside service.(3) Cut insulation on work and lead cable or exposed bare conductors of an arc welding machine shall be protected by electrical tape and made watertight or the conductor shall be replaced. Splices shall be made by insulated welded joints or pressure connectors.(4) An arc welding machine which has become wet shall be thoroughly dried and tested before use.Mich. Admin. Code R. 408.11276