WAC 296-806-20052   Make sure two-hand devices meet these requirements.  

     IMPORTANT:

     All devices must meet the general requirements for devices found in, Make sure devices meet these requirements, WAC 296-806-20044.

     You must:

     • Make sure two-hand devices:

     – Protect each hand device against accidental operation.

     – Require simultaneous operation of both hand devices to begin the cycle, including the first cycle (automatic mode).

     – Are provided with an antirepeat feature when used in single cycle mode.

     – Have a set of devices for each operator if more than one needs to be safeguarded.

     – Are located far enough from the nearest hazard so the operator can not reach the hazard before hazardous motion stops.

Reference:

For more information on proper installation of safety devices, see Performance criteria for safeguarding, ANSI B11.19-2003.

[Statutory Authority: RCW 49.17.010, 49.17.040, 49.17.050, and 49.17.060. 04-14-028, § 296-806-20052, filed 6/29/04, effective 1/1/05.]