R 408.15733
R 408.15733 Draw works.
Cite as Mich. Admin. Code R 408.15733
Rule 5733. (1) A visual inspection of the draw works and its working parts
shall be made at least once each day.
(2) The equipment operator shall not leave the draw works brake without tying
the brake down or securing it with a catch lock, unless the draw works is equipped
with an automatic feed control.
(3) An emergency shutdown switch for a draw works engine or motor shall be
located at the draw works drum control console.
(4) A draw works used for well drilling shall be equipped with a device which
actuates an emergency stop of the drum and engages the brake when the maximum
wraps on the drum have been reached or shall be equipped with a crown safety device
which achieves equal or better protection. Either device shall be tested at rigup and
at least once each week thereafter when in use or when the hoisting line system is
changed.
(5) Tension shall be applied by a catline tugger or other means when running
the initial wraps on the draw works.