R 408.11715 Operation of refuse packer units.

Rule 1715. (1) An employee shall not pass or work under any elevated equipment or part thereof, except when protected by a truck cab or when the elevated part is supported by a prop extending to the vehicle, which prop shall: (a) Be of such strength as to sustain the load. (b) Maintain support in case of movement of the vehicle or mechanical failure. (2) An operator shall not eject or dump a loaded unit until all employees are clear of the rear of the unit. (3) A lockout procedure for a refuse packer unit shall be established and followed whereby the power shall be shut off and the key removed before and during repairs to the packer or compaction mechanism, except during maintenance testing. (4) A power source of a stationary refuse packer unit to be repaired, serviced or set-up shall be locked out by each employee while doing such work. Any residual pressure shall be relieved before and during the work.