Or. Admin. Code § 437-007-0715

Current through Register Vol. 64, No. 1, January 1, 2025

Section 437-007-0715 - Attaching and Spooling Line (Wire or Synthetic Rope)

(1) Ends of lines attached to drums on machines must be secured by end attachments that develop the ultimate strength of the line unless three wraps of line are maintained on the drum at all times.

NOTE: This does not apply to tractors or skidders.

(2) Winch lines on tractors or skidders must be attached to the drums with a breakaway device.

(3) Wire rope must be wound on drum spools in a manner to prevent excessive wear, kinking, chafing, or fouling.

(4) A guide pulley, tool, stick, iron bar, or other manual or mechanical means must be used when guiding lines onto drums.

Figure 7-31 -- Spooling Lines -- Least Risky [Figure not included. See ED. NOTE.]

(5) Personnel must never allow line to slide through their gloved hands or place any part of their body in direct contact with the line.

Figure 7-32 -- Spooling Lines -- Risky [Figure not included. See ED. NOTE.]

(6) When it is necessary for personnel to stand on a drum to spool line or perform machine maintenance, precautions must be taken to prevent unintentional activation of the drum.

(7) Personnel must not stand on a bare drum or lines spooled on a drum when wearing caulk boots unless a non-slip material covers the standing surface.

Or. Admin. Code § 437-007-0715

OSHA 5-2003, f. 6-2-03, cert. ef. 12-1-03

Figures referenced in this rule are available from the agency.

Stat. Auth.: ORS 654.025(2) & ORS 656.726(4)

Stats. Implemented: ORS 654.001 - ORS 654.295