29 CFR Part 1926
§ 1926.553 — Base-mounted drum hoists
OSHA 1926 · Subpart N — Helicopters, Hoists, Elevators, and Conveyors. Full current text with cross-references on BuildSpec.
§ 1926.553 Base-mounted drum hoists. (a) General requirements. (1) Exposed moving parts such as gears, projecting screws, setscrews, chain, cables, chain sprockets, and reciprocating or rotating parts, which constitute a hazard, shall be guarded. (2) All controls used during the normal operation cycle shall be located within easy reach of the operator's station. (3) Electric motor operated hoists shall be provided with: (i) A device to disconnect all motors from the line upon power failure and not permit any motor to be restarted until the controller handle is brought to the “off” position;…
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