Mich. Admin. Code R. 408.12635 - Metal band saws
Rule 2635.
(1)
A vertical metal band saw shall be guarded as follows:
(a) The band wheels and all portions of the
blade, except as provided by subdivision (b) of this subrule, shall be fully
enclosed by solid material or perforated metal which prevents the operator from
coming in contact with the blade.
(b) The portion of the blade between the
table and the front side of the upper wheel shall have an adjustable blade
guard that is maintained within 1/4 inch of the work to be cut or the holder of
the material being cut.
(2) A horizontal metal band saw shall be
guarded as follows:
(a) The band wheels and
the upper portion of the blade shall be fully enclosed by solid material or
perforated metal which prevents the operator from coming in contact with the
upper portion of the blade.
(b) The
guides shall be maintained as close as practical to the stock being
cut.
(3) A horizontal
metal band saw used in a vertical position shall be guarded as required by the
provisions of subrule (1) of this rule.
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