Section 408.11449. Reciprocating conveyors.

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(1) A reciprocating conveyor shall have inside and outside nip points guarded.

(2)    If the reciprocating member of a horizontal reciprocating conveyor moves within 18 inches of a wall or other object, a barrier shall be installed at the end to prevent access by an employee.

(3)   A vertical reciprocating conveyor which is manually loaded or unloaded shall be guarded with an interlock door or gate to prevent an employee being caught within a nip point.

(4)   The carriage and controls of a vertical reciprocating conveyor shall be designed and installed to prevent use of the conveyor as a man lift.

History: 1979 AC.

                    
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