R 408.16358 Cutters, dusters, and shredders.

Rule 6358. (1) A cutter, duster, or shredder for rags or old paper shall have the rotating heads or cylinders enclosed, except for an opening large enough only to permit feeding of stock. The enclosure shall extend over the top of the feed rolls and prevent contact with moving parts. The enclosure shall be bolted or locked into place. (2) An employee shall stand not less than 36 inches from feed rolls on a cutter, duster, or shredder for rags or old paper, or be protected by a smooth pivoted idler roll resting on the stock or feed table, or be restrained by a safety belt and lanyard from placing any part of the body in the opening.