N.Y. Comp. Codes R. & Regs. Tit. 12 §§ 23-1.10 - Hand tools
(a)
Unpowered hand tools. Edged tools shall be kept sharp and shall be maintained
free from burrs and mushroomed heads. Split or loose tool handles shall not be
used.
(b) Electrical and pneumatic
hand tools.
(1) Power shut-off requirements.
Electric and pneumatic hand tools shall be disconnected from power sources and
the pressure in hose lines shall be released before any adjustments or repairs
are made except for the replacement of bits in electric drills. Before
disconnecting any air hose, the air shall be shut off. Every electric and
pneumatic hand tool shall be equipped with a cut-off switch within easy reach
of the operator.
(2) Electric and
hose lines. Electric and hose lines shall be guarded by location or by covering
to prevent severe abrasion and to prevent any tripping hazard.
(3) Grounding of electrical tools.
Electrically operated hand tools shall be grounded during use. The ground wires
shall be connected to the frames of the tools and the other ends shall be
properly grounded. Approved double-insulated type portable hand tools are
exempt from this grounding requirement.
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