N.J. Admin. Code § 6A:19-6.6

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 24, December 18, 2024

Section 6A:19-6.6 - Securing machines and equipment

(a) Each machine shall be so constructed, installed, and maintained as to be free from excessive vibration.

(b) Arbors and mandrels shall be so constructed, installed and maintained as to have firm and secure bearing and be free from play.

(c) Machines and equipment requiring the presence of an operator shall not be left unattended while in operation or still in motion.

(d) An electrical power control shall be provided on each machine to make it possible for the operator to cut off the power without leaving the operating position.

(e) On all nonportable motorized equipment and machinery, a magnetic-type switch shall be provided to prevent machines from automatically restarting upon restoration of power after an electrical failure or electric cutoff.

(f) Power controls and operating controls shall be located within easy reach of the operator while the operator is at the regular work location, thereby making it unnecessary to reach over the point of operation to make adjustments.

(g) Each machine operated by electrical power shall be provided with positive means for rendering it inoperative while repairs or tool changes are being made.

(h) Push-type emergency cutout switches shall be provided at appropriate locations within shops to de-energize the electrical supply to nonportable machinery in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:26-6.3(f)1.

(i) Power tools and machines in shops which generate dust shall be provided with dust collecting equipment in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:26-6.3(b)5.

N.J. Admin. Code § 6A:19-6.6

Recodified from N.J.A.C. 6A:19-6.7 by R.2013 d.122, effective 10/7/2013.
See: 45 N.J.R. 404(a), 45 N.J.R. 2239(a).
Former N.J.A.C. 6A:19-6.6, Reporting requirements, recodified to N.J.A.C. 6A:19-6.5.