Section 408.18173. Bag loading machines .  


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  • (1) A bag magazine feed and the funnel section of a bag loading machine shall be guarded by a movable panel or guard equipped with an interlock which stops the motion of all parts when the panel or guard is in an open position .

    (2)   A bag loading machine having a tying mechanism for the twist lock shall be guarded in a manner to prevent an employee from reaching the twisting hook .

    (3)   If more than 1 operator feeds a bag loading machine, an emergency stop within reach of each operator shall  be  provided  as  prescribed  in R 408.18115(4) .

    (4)   A bread bagger shall have an interlocked enclosure over the top and both sides of the reciprocating pickup arm .

History: 1979 AC .