Mich. Admin. Code R. 408.15352 - Power saws and pruners
Rule 5352.
(1)
A power saw weighing more than 15 pounds (6.803 kg) that is used in a tree
shall be supported by a separate work rope, except when working from an aerial
lift.
(2) A scare line used to
support a saw weighing less than 15 pounds (6.803 kg) shall be of such length
to allow the saw to swing clear of the operator.
(3) When starting a power saw, the operator
shall have secure footing and the saw shall be firmly supported. The saw shall
be started and operated when all other employees are in the clear.
(4) A power saw shall be operated and
maintained as prescribed in the occupational safety standards commission
standard, Part 38. Hand and Portable Powered Tools.
(5) A power saw shall not be raised to or
lowered from a tree with the motor running.
(6) A saw motor shall not be left running
when the saw is not in use.
(7)
Pneumatic or hydraulic tools powered from a bucket of a vehicle mounted and
rotating work platform shall:
(a) Be inspected
daily before use.
(b) Be secured on
or from the bucket when aloft and not in use.
(c) Be disconnected from the power source for
sharpening or adjustment.
(d) Have
hoses of nonconductive material.
Notes
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