Or. Admin. R. 437-004-2220

Current through Register Vol. 63, No. 6, June 1, 2024

Section 437-004-2220 - General Requirements - Small Tools

(1) Employers are responsible for the safe condition of tools and equipment used by employees. This includes tools and equipment that belong to employees.

(2) Do not use defective tools.

(3) When not in use, place tools where they will not create a hazard.

(4) Do not use tools whose electric cords have damaged insulation or defective parts.

(5) Do not leave power supply lines or hoses where they may be damaged or create a hazard.

(6) Tool handles must have no sharp edges or splinters and be firmly attached to the tool. Wooden handles of tools must be of firm straight grained stock.

(7) Dress or grind the heads of shock tools (such as hammers, sledges, and cold chisels) as they begin to mushroom or crack. When they show a tendency to chip, take them out of service.

(8) Keep the cutting edges of tools uniformly sharp.

(9) Use heavy leather holsters, guards or equivalent protection for sharp-edged or sharp-pointed tools carried on the worker's person.

(10) When using sharp-edged cutting tools, wear appropriate protective equipment such as gloves, aprons and leg guards.

(11) Use spark-resistant hand tools in explosive or flammable atmospheres.

NOTE: Compressed air used for cleaning. See 4/M, OAR 437-004-1505(4) for rules about cleaning with compressed air or gas.

Or. Admin. R. 437-004-2220

OSHA 4-1998, f. 8-28-98, cert. ef. 10-1-98

Stat. Auth.: ORS 654.025(2) & ORS 656.726(3)

Stats. Implemented: ORS 654.001 - ORS 654.295