Current through Vol. 24-21, December 1, 2024
Section R. 408.18145 - Material handlingRule 8145.
(1) A rack used to transport bake goods within a bakery production area shall be equipped with: (a) Handles so located that no part of an employee's hand extends beyond the outer edge of the frame when holding the handles.(b) Castors with an anti-friction bearing swivel arrangement for better control.(2) A trough shall be mounted on anti-friction bearing castors to make it possible for the operator to move and direct the motion of the trough with a minimum of effort.(3) A lock or other device shall be provided to hold the handle in a vertical position when a hand-operated lift truck is not in use.(4) Castors on hand trucks shall be set back from corners to be out of the way of toes and heels, but not far enough back to cause the truck to be unstable. A lock or other device shall be provided to hold the handle in vertical position when the truck is not in use.(5) A chain tackle shall be prominently, permanently, and legibly marked with maximum load capacity. Safety latches shall be installed on all hooks.(6) Trough hoists shall be prominently, permanently, and legibly marked with maximum load capacity. Safety devices shall be provided to hold the load in any position. Safety latches shall be installed on all hooks.(7) Sharp corners and edges on bread and cake boxes and trays shall be eliminated on metal parts. All wooden corners and edges shall be protected to prevent splinters.Mich. Admin. Code R. 408.18145