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Michigan Administrative Code (Last Updated: November 16, 2016) |
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Department LR. Licensing and Regulatory Affairs |
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MIOSHA |
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Chapter Part 12. Welding and Cutting |
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Part 12. WELDING AND CUTTING GENERAL PROVISIONS |
Section 408.11253. Hoses and connections.
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(1) Only approved hose and connections shall be used. A hose connection shall be fastened to withstand twice the working pressure without leaking, but not less than 300 psig (2070 kPa). Oil-free air or an oil-free inert gas shall be used for the test.
(2) Parallel lengths of hose taped together shall have not more than 4 inches out of each 12 covered by tape.
(3) Parallel hoses shall be color coded as follows:
(a) Red--fuel gases.
(b) Green--oxygen.
(c) Black--inert gas or air.
(4) A hose shall be repaired or replaced when it shows burns, leaks, worn places or other defects which could affect the safety of employees.
History: 1979 AC.