Current through Register Vol. 54, No.43, October 26, 2024
Section 45.81 - Circular saws(a)Gang ripper. Each circular gang ripper shall have the saws enclosed by an approved hood, substantially secured to the framework of the machine. Such hood shall conform, as far as possible, to the requirements specified for circular ripsaw hoods.(b)Spreader. Each circular ripsaw, except those provided with a roller or wheel back of the saw, shall be provided with a spreader.(c)Kickback device. Each circular ripsaw, except those provided with a roller or wheel back of the saw, shall be provided with an approved kickback device to prevent material from being thrown back on the operator. A kickback device is not required on saws where the stock is drawn back over the table after a cut, or where the riding of the kickback device may mar a finished surface.(d)Circular resaws. Each circular resaw shall be guarded by an approved hood or shield of metal above the saw. The hood or shield shall be designed so as to guard against danger from flying splinters or broken saw teeth. Each circular resaw, except self-feed saws with a roller or wheel at the back of the saw, shall be provided with a spreader.