Mich. Admin. Code R. 408.13882 - Chain saws
Rule 3882.
(1)
A chain saw shall be used only for cutoff work such as cutting trees, limbs,
poles and beams. A chain saw shall not be used to open a hole in a solid object
such as a floor, wall, or panel. Chain saws that are specifically designed for
firefighting operations to cut holes in roofs, floors, and walls are exempt
from this rule.
(2) A chain saw
shall be equipped with a positive-type on-off ignition switch that is
conveniently located to allow the operator to move it into the off position
without relinquishing his or her grip on the saw.
(3) A manual chain oiler control, if provided
on a chain saw, shall be located so that it can be operated without
relinquishing a secure grip on the saw.
(4) An engine throttle control, if provided
on a chain saw, shall be located so that it can be operated without
relinquishing a secure grip on the saw.
(5) A chain saw shall have a guard that
protects the throttle lever from casual contact from brush or other foreign
objects.
(6) A chain saw that is
equipped with a centrifugal clutch shall have a throttle control, carburetor,
and clutch system so that the engine idle speed becomes lower than the clutch
engagement speed if the throttle control is released, thereby allowing the
chain to come to a complete stop.
(7) A chain saw's moving parts, such as a
flywheel, rotating screen or clutch, shall be guarded. A saw's chain shall be
guarded adjacent to the handle area and the sawdust shall be directed away from
the operator.
(8) A saw's chain
shall be stopped if it is not being used for sawing.
(9) A chain saw shall be carried by the top
handle with the guide bar to the rear.
(10) A chain saw shall not be started within
10 feet of the place where it was refueled.
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