Section R. 408.15444 - Operating rules; snow throwersRule 5444.
(1) When necessary to operate a snow thrower over graveled areas, the snow thrower shall be placed in its highest operating position.(2) An area to be cleared of snow shall be checked and cleared of any visible object that might stop the collector or be picked up and then thrown by the impeller.(3) The collector clutch shall be disengaged when adjusting the deflector guide upward and downward.(4) An employee shall not attempt to clear the discharge guide with the engine running.(5) An operator shall maintain direct control of a self-propelled, walk-behind snow thrower. The operator shall adjust ground speed to his gait for control.Mich. Admin. Code R. 408.15444