Machine Safety Requirements

01. Harvesting Machines. Harvesting machines for cable-assisted logging operations shall comply with each of the following: (3-31-22) a. Be equipped with a certified roll-over protective structure (ROPS); and (3-31-22) b. Be equipped with at least a four (4)-point restraint system approved by the machine’s manufacturer or a qualified person. (3-31-22) 02. System Approval. The cable-assisted logging system shall be designed and constructed for cable- assisted logging applications by the original equipment manufacturer, or approved for cable-assisted logging applications in writing by the original equipment manufacturer or a registered professional engineer. (3-31-22) 03. Operation of System. The cable-assisted logging system shall be operated, inspected and maintained in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations, specifications and limitations, or if no manufacturer’s recommendations exist, then by the recommendations of a registered professional engineer. Cable- assisted logging systems not in safe operating condition shall be removed from service until repaired by a qualified person. (3-31-22)