Section 408.16232. Compression, transfer, and matched metal molding machinery.

(1) A compression, transfer, or matched metal molding machine shall be equipped with either of the following:

(a)   A moving gate guard that covers the front opening to the point of operation. An electric interlock on the moving gate guard shall  be arranged to prevent the machine from closing until the moving gate guard has covered the opening. When the moving gate guard is opened, the machine shall stop or reverse.

(b)   A device as prescribed by the provisions of R 408.16225.

(2)    The point of operation for a machine that does not require access for an operator shall be guarded by an interlocked removable barrier or a fixed barrier. The toggles on such a machine shall also be enclosed by an interlocked removable or fixed barrier to prevent inadvertent  contact  by an employee.

(3)   Two 2-hand control devices shall be provided and used when operating a transfer molding machine. One set shall close the mold and then the other set shall actuate the transfer plunger. Where the  entrance  to  the plunger is guarded by an  interlocked  gate,

1 such control device is acceptable.

History: 1979 AC; 1992 AACS.