Mich. Admin. Code R. 408.18115 - Power controls and motors
Rule 8115.
(1)
Provision shall be made to prevent permanently connected machinery and
equipment, other than compressors and air moving equipment used for air
conditioning and refrigeration, and fire protection and pumps, from
automatically restarting upon restoration of power after a power interruption
if unexpected start up could cause injury.
(2) A control device, except a stop button,
shall be so arranged or guarded as to prevent accidental activation where
activation could cause injury.
(3)
Where a hazard exists, a machine shall be equipped with an emergency stop
device, red in color, that can be activated from an operator's work
station.
(4) When a 2-hand control
device is required, it shall require the concurrent use of both hands to
activate the machine or equipment. The device shall be located in a manner to
prevent bridging. Where more than 1 employee is exposed to the point of
operation, a 2-hand control device shall be provided each employee and the
controls shall operate concurrently.
(5) An electric motor, control, and other
electrical components used on dry ingredient handling and storage equipment
shall be dust ignition tight.
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