R 408.16372
R 408.16372 Dryer.
Cite as Mich. Admin. Code R 408.16372
Rule 6372. (1) A barrier guard or a guardrail system as prescribed in General
Industry Safety and Health Standard Part 2 “Walking-Working Surfaces,” as referenced
in R 408.16302, shall be installed in front of the first dryer of each section of a paper
machine, if the area is accessible to an employee.
(2) In starting a dryer section, steam to heat the drums shall be introduced slowly
while the drums are turning.
(3) A broken carrier rope shall not be removed from a dryer while the section is
running at operating speed.
(4) The end of a "yankee" type dryer exposed to contact shall be guarded by a
barrier to prevent entry to the turning drum.