R 408.15130 Hand and portable powered tools, generally.

Rule 5130. (1) An employer shall assure that each hand and portable powered tool, including any tool provided by an employee, is maintained in servicable condition. (2) An employer shall assure that each tool, including any tool provided by an employee, is inspected before initial use during each work shift. At a minimum, all of the following items shall be inspected: (a) Handles and guards, to assure that they are sound, tight-fitting, properly shaped, free of splinters and sharp edges, and in place. (b) Controls, to assure proper function. (c) Chain saw chains, to assure proper adjustment. (d) Chain saw mufflers, to assure that they are operational and in place. (e) Chain brakes and nose-shielding devices, to assure that they are in place and function properly. (f) Heads of shock, impact-driven, and driving tools, to assure that there is no mushrooming. (g) Cutting edges, to assure that they are sharp and properly shaped. (h) All other safety devices, to assure that they are in place and function properly. (3) An employer shall assure that each tool is used only for the purpose for which it has been designed. (4) When the head of any shock, impact-driven, or driving tool begins to chip, it shall be repaired or removed from service. (5) The cutting edge of each tool shall be sharpened in accordance with the manufacturer’s specifications when it becomes dull during the work shift. (6) A hand tool transported in the same compartment of a vehicle with an employee shall be secured to the vehicle in a rack, box, holster, or other means. (7) When a hand tool is not being used, it shall be stored in a storage facility at a designated location. (8) Defective hand tools that could cause injury shall be repaired or replaced.