Section 408.12323. Die-enclosure and fixed barrier guards.

(1) A die-enclosure guard shall be attached to the die shoe or stripper or bolster in a fixed position and shall be so designed and constructed that the operator cannot reach over, under or around the guard and into the point of operation.

(2)   At least a 1-inch clearance shall be provided between the top edge of the guard and the slide  or  any   projection  thereon,  to   prevent  a shearing hazard caused by slide travel. The guard shall extend at least 1 inch above the bottom of the slide at the top of the stroke   in   order   to prevent a shearing hazard.

(3)   The guard shall afford at least 50% die visibility where visibility is necessary for proper placement of materials and permit easy feeding of the stock through openings in accordance with table 2. Where rods are used, they shall be vertical.

(4)   A fixed barrier guard shall enclose the  point  of   operation  in accordance with table 2 and shall be secured to the press frame, die or bolster by fasteners that would  discourage   removal   by   unauthorized personnel.

(5)   A die enclosure or fixed  barrier  guard   that  does  not  meet    the requirements of R 408.12322 to R 408.12324 and table 2 shall be used only with point of operation devices prescribed in R 408.12325 to R 408.12341.

History: 1979 AC.