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MICHIGAN

Regulatory Differences Summary

1. Introduction

Applicability

SDO MICHIGAN Summary S-1 - 10/17

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This summary provides a brief review of Michigan’s occupational health and safety regulations for thefollowing topics:

• Posting and Recordkeeping, 29 CFR 1903 and 1904;

• Walking and Working Surfaces, 29 CFR 1910 Subpart D;

• Exit Routes, 29 CFR 1910 Subpart E;

• Powered Platforms, 29 CFR 1910 Subpart F;

• Occupational Health, 29 CFR 1910 Subpart G;

• Hazardous Materials, 29 CFR 1910 Subpart H (including HAZWOPER);

• Personal Protective Equipment, 29 CFR 1910 Subpart I;

• General Environmental Controls, 29 CFR 1910 Subpart J (including confined spaces andlockout/tagout);

• Medical and First Aid, 29 CFR 1910 Subpart K;

• Fire Protection, 29 CFR 1910 Subpart L;

• Compressed Air Receivers, 29 CFR 1910 Subpart M;

• Materials Handling and Storage, 29 CFR 1910 Subpart N;

• Machinery and Machine Guarding, 29 CFR 1910 Subpart O;

• Handheld Tools, 29 CFR 1910 Subpart P;

• Welding, Cutting, and Brazing, 29 CFR 1910 Subpart Q;

• Electrical Safety, 29 CFR 1910 Subpart S;

• Toxic and Hazardous Substances, 29 CFR 1910 Subpart Z (including chemical exposures andhazard communication); and

• Special Industries, 29 CFR 1910 Subpart R.

The purpose of this summary is twofold: to identify key state regulatory requirements in Michigan thatare more stringent than the federal regulations, and to identify any additional state programs orrequirements that may apply to industrial operations in these topic areas but that have no federalequivalent.

This summary is designed to serve as a supplement to OSHA Auditing Facilities: Federal ComplianceGuide, prepared by Specialty Technical Consultants (STC), and OSHA Compliance: A Simplified Guide,prepared by Touchstone Environmental, both published by Specialty Technical Publishers (STP). Thesummary should be used in conjunction with either of those documents when performing an audit ormanaging compliance at a facility in Michigan.

Overall Regulatory Structure


Michigan is a state-plan state, having been delegated authority by OSHA to administer its ownoccupational health and safety program. The state program is regulated by Michigan's Department ofLicensing and Regulatory Affairs, Michigan Occupational Health and Safety Administration(MIOSHA).

MIOSHA’s standards are split into two topics, “safety” and “health.” This division generally placesrequirements addressing physical hazards (trip and fall, machine pinchpoints, equipment operation, etc.)under the safety category, and requirements addressing pathogenic or chemical injury to humans underthe health category.

2. Agency Contact Information

U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Region 5

Michigan Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ)


This reference section provides contact information (full address, phone and fax numbers, and web site)for all federal and state agencies mentioned in this Michigan Regulatory Differences Summary. The firstcontact information is for the regional federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)office. Contact information for state agencies follows the OSHA information.

Michigan falls within federal OSHA Region 5, which has headquarters in Chicago. OSHA also has afield office in Lansing.

Occupational Safety and Health Administration, Region 5230 South Dearborn Street, Room 3244Chicago, IL 60604(312) 353-2220Fax: (312) 353-7774www.osha.gov

Lansing Area Office315 West Allegan, Room 207Lansing, MI 48933(517) 487-4996Fax: (517) 487-4997

The Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) administers state notification and inspectionregulations relating to asbestos abatement and licenses radioactive materials that are not covered byNRC.

Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ)P.O. Box 30473[Constitution Hall525 West Allegan Street]Lansing, MI 48909(800) 662-9278http://www.michigan.gov/deqAsbestos: http://www.michigan.gov/deq/0,1607,7-135-3310_4106-11856--,00.htmlRadioactive Material: http://www.michigan.gov/deq/0,4561,7-135-3312_4120_4244---,00.html

http://www.osha.gov

http://www.michigan.gov/deq

http://www.michigan.gov/deq/0,1607,7-135-3310_4106-11856--,00.html

http://www.michigan.gov/deq/0,4561,7-135-3312_4120_4244---,00.html

Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA)

Bureau of Construction Codes

Bureau of Fire Services

Bureau of Health Systems


The Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs oversees the state's job, workforce, andeconomic development functions. This Michigan Summary discusses the Department’s Bureau ofConstruction Codes, Bureau of Fire Safety, Bureau of Health System’s Radiation Safety Section, andthe Michigan Occupational Safety and Health Administration (MIOSHA).

Department of Licensing and Regulatory AffairsP.O. Box 30004[611 W. Ottawa]Lansing, MI 48909(517) 373-1820http://www.michigan.gov/lara

The Bureau of Construction Codes, Boiler Division, regulates boilers, pressure vessels, and nuclearcomponents.

Bureau of Construction CodesBoiler DivisionP.O. Box 30254Lansing, MI 48909(517) 241-9313Fax: (517) 241-9308http://www.michigan.gov/lara/0,4601,7-154-35299_10575-92379--,00.htmlBoilers: http://www.michigan.gov/lara/0,4601,7-154-10575_17394_17410---,00.html

The Bureau of Fire Services administers the state’s Fire Prevention Code.

Bureau of Fire ServicesP.O. Box 30700Lansing, MI 48909(517) 241-8847Fax: (517) 332-1427http://www.michigan.gov/lara/0,4601,7-154-42271---,00.html

The Bureau of Health Systems’ Radiation Safety Section is responsible for registration and inspection ofradiation machines and facilities.

Bureau of Health SystemsRadiation Safety Section(517) 284-7820http://www.michigan.gov/lara/0,4601,7-154-11407_35791---,00.html

http://www.michigan.gov/lara

http://www.michigan.gov/lara/0,4601,7-154-35299_10575-92379--,00.html

http://www.michigan.gov/lara/0,4601,7-154-10575_17394_17410---,00.html

http://www.michigan.gov/lara/0,4601,7-154-42271---,00.html

http://www.michigan.gov/lara/0,4601,7-154-11407_35791---,00.html

Michigan Occupational Health and Safety Administration


The Michigan Occupational Health and Safety Administration (MIOSHA), oversees the state’soccupational safety and health program and administers requirements for licensing, certification, andtraining of asbestos workers as well as the nonmedical use of radiation equipment. MIOSHA’sConsultation Education & Training Division offers an OSHA consultation service that employers canuse to obtain information and reviews of their facility against the federal OSHA standard.

MIOSHAP.O. Box 30643Lansing, MI 48909-8143Toll Free: (800) TO-MIOSH [866-4674]General Industry Safety & Health Division: (517) 284-7750Consultation: (517) 284-7720http://www.michigan.gov/lara/0,1607,7-154-11407---,00.html

http://www.michigan.gov/lara/0,1607,7-154-11407---,00.html

3. Posting and Recordkeeping

Posting

Recordkeeping


***The Agency Contact Information section of this Michigan summary contains addresses,phone and fax numbers, and web sites of all organizations identified below.***

Michigan's posting regulations are found in the Michigan Administrative Rules for General IndustrySafety, Construction Safety, and Environmental Health, Part 13. They are essentially the same as thefederal requirements at29 CFR 1903.

Michigan's recordkeeping regulations are found in the Michigan Administrative Rules for GeneralIndustry Safety, Construction Safety, and Environmental Health, Part 11. They are essentially the sameas the federal requirements at29 CFR 1904.

4. Walking and Working Surfaces

Guarding Floor and Wall Openings and Holes



The Michigan standards corresponding to the federal regulations for walking and working surfaces at 29CFR 1910.21 – 1910.30 are found at the following locations:

• floor and wall openings, stairways, and skylights—R 408.10201 – R 408.10241;

• fixed ladders—R 408.10301 – R 408.10372;

• portable ladders—R 408.10401 – R 408.10456; and

• scaffolding—R 408.10501 – R 408.10592.

Some requirements that apply to walking and working surfaces are also included in the state's generalprovisions at R 408.10001 – R 408.10098.

Overall, Michigan’s requirements are significantly more detailed than the federal ones, and they areorganized differently. Employers should consult the state standard for additional details.

The following additional state requirements apply:

• Guards to prevent tools or materials from falling must be provided for working platforms orrunways made of grating, with the following exceptions (R 408.10213):

– The intermediate sections of the barrier and the toeboard may be eliminated when materialsare regularly passed over the end of the floor, as in lumber storage (R 408.10213(2)(c)).

– A stationary elevated platform that is secured to a building or structure and that is usedexclusively for the service and maintenance of overhead bridge cranes and similarly mobileequipment may be equipped with removable barriers and toeboards on the side adjacent tothe machinery, if such barriers and toeboards are secured against falling when they are notserving as protective barriers (R 408.10213(2)(c)).

– The open sides of a loading or storage platform used primarily for loading or unloadingrailroad cars or trucks and open hearth pouring platforms are exempt from the requirementsfor guarding (R 408.10213(4)).

• A barrier may be omitted around the perimeter of a pit used for vehicle servicing if a yellowcaution line is installed around the perimeter of the pit. The line must be 12 inches wide andmust be maintained to be clearly visible (R 408.10215(2)(b)).

• A floor hole or floor opening into which persons cannot accidentally walk because of fixedmachines, equipment, or walls but through which tools or materials can fall on employees orequipment must be protected by a cover that leaves no openings greater than 1 inch, unless theopening is connected to a chute-type device (R 408.10215(6)).

• A wall hole with the following dimensions must be protected to the height of a standard barrier(R 408.10217(6)):

– unrestricted height of 4 feet or greater;

– width greater than 1 foot;

Stairs and Ladders

Fixed Industrial Stairs

Fixed Ladders


– near side less than 42 inches above the floor; and

– far side greater than 4 feet above the next lower level.

• Where a stairway or ladder landing ends in direct proximity to hazards, detour guards must beinstalled (R 408.10217(7)).

• When the top of an open tank or vat that contains a hazardous substance is less than 36 inchesfrom the floor, platform, or ground level and is not otherwise guarded to prevent an employeefrom falling in, the tank or vat must be protected with a barrier at least 36 inches high on allexposed sides (R 408.10219).

• One of the following must be provided to give access to another elevation of 16 inches or more(R 408.10220):

– a flight of stairs;

– fixed industrial stairs;

– a ramp;

– a fixed ladder; or

– a portable ladder (for temporary access).

• A removable standard barrier may be used in place of a standard barrier if all components arecapable of withstanding a load of at least 200 pounds applied in any direction, except verticallyupward when a minimum lift of 6 inches is required for removal (R 408.10230).

• The specifications for the various types of barriers are somewhat more detailed than those in thefederal standard (R 408.10231 – R 408.10239).

• A stairway that is older than November 16, 1969, is exempt from the Michigan rule. Stairwayalterations after that date must comply with the rule (R 408.10223(3)).

• Projections such as pipes, raceways, air ducts, or fixtures between 5 and 7 feet above the treadnose are permissible on fixed industrial stairs if guarded and marked (R 408.10227(1)(c)).

• Stairs must have a continuous rise of not more than 12 feet. An intermediate platform must beused to provide relief where a rise of more than 12 feet is necessary to reach the next level (R408.10227(4)).

• Specific requirements apply to alternating tread-type fixed industrial stairs (R 408.10228).

• The minimum design liveload of a fixed ladder must be a single concentrated load of 300pounds (the federal standard is 200 pounds). Older ladders may have a minimum design load of200 pounds (R 408.10321).

• Each step or rung must be capable of supporting, without deflection, a single concentrated loadof 300 pounds applied in the middle of the step or rung (R 408.10323(3)).

• Metal cleats must be made of steel or a material of equal strength and must have a bearingsurface of at least 1/2 inch (R 408.10324(4)).

• Wood cleats and other wood components of a fixed ladder must meet the requirements of ANSIA14.3-1984, Fixed Ladders, which is adopted by reference (R 408.10324(5)).


• Fastenings must be as strong as the rails and must be of sufficient length to allow a minimumdistance between a permanent structure and the rungs of a ladder. Fastenings must be attached tothe permanent structure either by being attached to it or by bolts, rivets, or expansion bolts thatare grouted, leaded, or the equivalent (R 408.10326).

• Wood ladders must be treated with a transparent preservative to prevent deterioration. The use ofpaint is not allowed (R 408.10331(3)).

• Fixed ladders must comply with the state's maintenance requirements, which are more detailedthan those in the federal standard (R 408.10333 ).

• The rungs of utility manhole fixed ladders must be all of the following (R 408.10341):

– made of steel rod 3/4 inches or greater in diameter or other material capable of supporting atleast 300 pounds (unless they were installed prior to August 17, 1974, in which case theymay be 5/8-inch diameter steel rod or material of equal strength capable of supporting 200pounds);

– 10 or more inches long;

– 4 or more inches from the center of the rung to the wall opposite the climbing side;

– 29 or more inches from the center of the rung to the wall or any projections on the climbingside;

– embedded 3 or more inches in the wall; and

– uniformly spaced 16 inches or less on center.

Note: Fixed ladders may not be installed in conical shaped utility manholes. Only portableladders may be used.

• Step bolts used on structures such as towers, stacks, conical manhole sections, and vaults mustbe (R 408.10342):

– continuous, and uniformly spaced between 6 inches and 18 inches apart;

– with a clear step width of 4 1/2 or more inches and a toe clearance of 7 or more inches (ifobstructions cannot be avoided, toe clearance may be reduced to 4 1/2 inches);

– designed to prevent the employee's foot from slipping off the end;

– able to support, without failure, 4 or more times the intended load; and

– corrosion resistant, if installed in a corrosive environment after August 17, 1974.

• Manhole steps used on structures such as towers, stacks, conical manhole sections, and vaultsmust be (R 408.10342):

– continuous, and uniformly spaced between 6 inches and 18 inches apart;

– with a clear step width of 10 or more inches and a toe clearance of 4 or more inches at thepoint of embedment and 4 or more inches at the center;

– designed to prevent the employee's foot from slipping off the end;

– with a slip-resistant surface, if installed after August 17, 1974;

– corrosion resistant, if installed in a corrosive environment after August 17, 1974; and

– if installed prior to August 17, 1974, able to support their maximum intended load.


• Cages and wells must be designed to permit easy access to or egress from the ladders that theyenclose. The cages and wells must be continuous throughout the length of the fixed ladder,except for access, egress, and other transfer points. Cages and wells must be designed andconstructed to contain employees in the event of a fall and direct them to a lower landing (R408.10351(4)).

• Surfaces of fixed ladders must be free of puncture or laceration hazards (R 408.10351(5)).

• If a personal fall protection system is used with fixed ladders, it must do all of the following (R408.10354):

– allow the employee to keep both hands free for climbing;

– have a connection of 9 inches or less between the carrier or lifeline and the point ofattachment to a body belt or harness;

– activate within 2 feet after a fall starts to limit the descending velocity to 7 feet/second orless;

– for rigid carriers, have mountings attached to each end of the carrier, with intermediatemountings spaced along the entire length as necessary;

– for flexible carriers, have mountings attached to each end of the carrier and in windyconditions have cable guides spaced between 25 feet and 40 feet along the entire length ofthe carrier to prevent wind damage;

– for ladder safety devices and their support systems, able to withstand an 18-inch, 500-pounddrop test; and

– for all other fall protection systems, able to withstand a 4-foot, 250-pound drop test.

• The side step from a fixed ladder to a platform must be between 7 and 12 inches, as measuredfrom the side rail to the platform edge (R 408.10355(4)).

• The side rail of an adjacent ladder must be offset at least 5 inches from the edge of a platform(R 408.10355(5)).

• Landing platforms must have standard railings. Unlike the federal rules, Michigan rules do notrequire toeboards (R 408.10355(6)).

• One rung of any section of a fixed ladder must be located at the level of the landing laterallyserved by the ladder. Where access to the landing is through the ladder, the same rung spacingused on the ladder must also be used from the landing platform to the first rung below thelanding (R 408.10355(7)).

• The rules for ladder extensions and grab bars do not apply to a fixed ladder at a hatch cover (R408.10357(2) and R 408.10361).

• Personal fall arrest systems and position device systems must comply with the test methodsdescribed in R 408.10371 and R 408.10372.

Portable Ladders


The requirements of 29 CFR 1910.25 (portable wood ladders), 29 CFR 1910.26 (portable metalladders), and 29 CFR 1910.29 (ladder stands) are combined into a single regulation. Michigan has thefollowing additional requirements:

• The strength of metal parts and fittings used in a portable wood ladder must not be less than thedesign requirements for the ladder itself (R 408.10421(1)).

• The wood parts of portable ladders must comply with ANSI A.14.1-1975 (R 408.10421(2)).

• The maximum lengths of portable rung ladders are different from those allowed in the federalstandard (R 408.10427(2)).

• The minimum overlap of adjacent sections of a 2- or 3-section portable rung extension ladderbecomes 4 feet at a ladder length of 32 inches (the federal standard is 36 inches). A positivemeans must be provided to ensure this overlap (R 408.10428(2) and R 408.10428(3)).

• A special-purpose ladder used as a step ladder, a single or extension ladder, a trestle ladder, orany other ladder type must comply with the requirements for that type of ladder (R408.10431(2)).

• A special-purpose ladder may be used by more than one employee if specifically designed forthat purpose (R 408.10431(3)).

• A platform step ladder must comply with the requirements for a type I or type II step ladder.The platform must be capable of supporting a load of 200 pounds placed at any point (R408.10431(4)).

• A type II step ladder that is used for painting may have its top omitted (R 408.10431(5)).

• Cleat ladders must comply with all of the following requirements (R 408.10432):

– Cleat ladders must be no more than 22 feet long.

– Wood in a cleat ladder must be straight grained and knot free.

– Wood cleat ladders must have side rails at least 2 by 4 inches nominal and cleats at least 1by 4 inches nominal..

– The distance between the side rails of a cleat ladder must be between 14 ½ inches and 16 ½inches.

– Wooden cleats must be inset into the side rails at least ½ inch must be or attached directly tothe edge of the side rails by 3 or more wire nails that are size 10-d.

• Ladders must be handled with reasonable care and not subjected to deliberate dropping ormisuse. A ladder may not be used as a plank or skid (R 408.10441(1)).

• A ladder carried on a vehicle must be secured to prevent it from catapulting or falling (R408.10441(2)).

Scaffolding


• A ladder must be inspected before use, particularly after it has fallen or been involved in anaccident. Ladders must be repaired or replaced if any of the following defects are found (R408.10443(1)):

– large splits or gouges (see R 408.10443(1)(a) and R 408.10443(1)(b) for details);

– worn, crushed, cracked, split, splintered, or missing rungs, steps, tops, or platforms;

– loose rungs or steps that allow longitudinal play of ¾ inch in the rails; or

– bent or broken guide irons, spreaders, or locks.

• A person on a single or sectional ladder must not over-reach nor do any pushing or pulling thatmay cause the ladder to move or topple. If both the user's shoulders are outside the side rail, theuser is over-reaching (R 408.10445(5)).

• A person may not stand astride a ladder and another object (R 408.10445(6)).

• Step ladders must be used fully opened with the spreaders locked (R 408.10446(1)).

• Each leg of a step ladder must be in contact with solid footing. A board or plank may be used tosecure footing on uneven ground (R 408.10446(2)).

• If a step ladder does not have a guard rail, the top step and cap may not be used to work from orto climb on (R 408.10446(3)).

• A folded step ladder may not be used as a straight ladder by leaning it against a wall or othersupport (R 408.10446(4)).

• When people carry objects up ladders, one hand must be kept free to maintain balance andsecurity (R 408.10446(5)).

• The bracing on the back legs of a step ladder must not be used for climbing, with limitedexceptions (R 408.10446(6)).

• A straight sectional or extension ladder must be placed so that the side rails have a securefooting. Where the surface is uneven, boards, planks, or leveling jacks may be used to create aneven surface. Such ladders must have safety feet (R 408.10447(1)).

• A person using a straight or extension ladder may not stand on the top 2 rungs or within 3 feetfrom the top of the ladder (R 408.10447(4)).

• If the top of a straight or extension ladder is secured to an object, the user may secure him orherself to the ladder by placing one leg over the second rung above the rung on which he or sheis standing (R 408.10447(5)).

• When a straight or extension ladder is used to go from one landing to another, the ladder mustextend above the upper landing by at least 3 feet (R 408.10447(6)).

• The top rest for a straight or extension ladder must be reasonably rigid and must have amplestrength to support the applied load (R 408.10447(7)).

• Nonwood step and platform ladders may not be longer than 16 feet. (The federal standard allowsmetal step ladders to be 20 feet long) (R 408.10452(2) and R 408.10452(4)).

The Michigan requirements for scaffolding are substantially more extensive than those in 29 CFR1910.28. Key additional requirements include the following.

General Scaffolding Requirements


• A lifeline and safety harness must be provided and used where an employee is required to crawlout on a thrust out or projecting beam (R 408.10511(1) and R 408.10511(8)).

• Scaffolding that is endangered by a truck or other moving equipment must be protected by awarning device, barrier, or both (R 408.10511(10)).

• A scaffold may not be altered or moved horizontally while it is in use or is being occupied,unless it is specifically designed for occupied horizontal travel (R 408.10511(1)).

• Fiber rope on scaffolding used for or near any work involving the use of corrosive substancesmust be treated or protected against deterioration (R 408.10511(12)).

• Scaffolding planking must meet the following additional requirements (R 408.10512):

– Table 1 of R 408.10512 applies to planks 2 inches by 10 inches or wider and the permissiblespans are slightly different.

Note: OSHA's planking span table applies to planks 2 inches by 9 inches or wider.

– Planking may not extend over the end bearer more than 12 inches.

Note: OSHA allows planks to extend over the end bearer up to 18 inches.

– Planking must consist of at least 2 boards that are 2 by 10 inches.

– Planking must be cleated or similarly fastened to prevent shifting and must be uniform inthickness, except where lapped as prescribed in the following bullet.

– If planks are lapped, each one must lap its bearer at least 6 inches, making the minimumoverlap at least 12 inches.

– If the ends of planks abut each other, the butt joint must be at the centerline of a pole andrest on separate bearers.

– Planks must be laid with their edges close together so that material and tools will not fallbetween them.

– If a scaffold turns a corner, the planks must be laid to prevent tipping. The planks that meetthe corner bearer at the angle must be laid first, extending over the diagonally placed bearerfar enough to have a good bearing, but not far enough to tip. The planks running at an anglemust be laid so as to extend over the rest on the first layer of planks.

• All scaffolds 10 feet or more above floor/ground level—except ladder scaffolds, boatswain'schairs, or needle beam scaffolds—must have a standard railing and toeboard. A life line andsafety belt must be used where the required railing is not practical (R 408.10513(2)).

• Where work is being performed above a scaffold, overhead protection consisting of 2-inchplanks laid tight, or equivalent material, must be installed not more than 9 feet above thescaffold floor (R 408.10513(4)).

• The use of a stair or fixed ladder for safe access to scaffolding must not have a tendency to tipthe scaffold (R 408.10513(5)).

• Fixed ladders used for accessing scaffolding are not required to have cages (R 408.10513(5)).

• On manufactured scaffolding purchased after November 16, 1974, that is equipped with a built-in fixed ladder or an attached scaffold ladder, the ladder must have rungs at least 12 inches long,uniformly spaced between 12 and 16 1/2 inches from the center of one rung to another. The rungand component parts must support a minimum of 300 pounds (R 408.10513(6)).

Wood Pole Scaffolds


• The intermediate horizontal members of the frame of a manufactured tubular welded framescaffold may be used for access to, and egress from, the work platform if all of the followingconditions are met (R 408.10513(7)):

– All frames and component parts are compatible in design.

– The intermediate horizontal members of the frame are at least 16 inches long.

– The horizontal members of each frame are uniformly spaced and not more than 17 inchescenter to center vertically.

– When frames are connected vertically to one another, the distance between the bottomhorizontal member of the upper end frame and the top horizontal member of the lower endframe is within 3 inches of the uniform spacing of the horizontal members of each frame.

– The elevation to the lowest horizontal member of the bottom frame is no more than 21inches from ground or floor.

– Each horizontal member is capable of supporting 300 pounds applied at its midpoint withoutbending or cracking.

– Each horizontal member is inspected for and found to be free of cracks, bends, or bad welds.

– The guardrail system located on the side where horizontal members of the scaffold frame areused for access to or egress from a work platform is constructed with the intermediate railomitted between the corner posts at the access location but the top rail continuous betweenposts.

– Only 1 employee at a time uses a horizontal frame member as access to or egress from theworkstation.

• Wood pole scaffolds must be guyed or tied to the building or structure. Where the height orlength is more than 25 feet, the scaffold must be secured at intervals not more than 25 feetvertically and horizontally (R 408.10521(2)).

• Ledgers may not be spliced between poles on wood pole scaffolds. A spliced ledger must bereinforced by a bearing block secured to the side of the pole to form a support for the ledger (R408.10521(5)).

• A bearer on a wood pole scaffold must be set with its larger dimension vertical and must project3 inches beyond the ledger and the inner and outer pole (R 408.10521(6)).

• When a work platform on a wood pole scaffold is moved to a new level, the old platform mustremain in place until the new bearers are ready to receive the platform (R 408.10521(8)).

• A wood pole scaffold less than 60 feet high must use materials prescribed in Tables 2 – 7 of R408.10521. A scaffold more than 60 feet high must be designed by an engineer knowledgeablein scaffolds and erected as prescribed in the blueprints. A copy of the blueprint must be kept onthe job site (R 408.10521(9)).

• Diagonal bracing must be provided on a wood pole scaffold to keep the poles from moving in adirection parallel with the wall and from buckling. Full diagonal face bracing must be erectedacross the entire face of pole scaffolds in both directions. Brace splices must be at the poles (R408.10521(10).

• The free ends of a wood pole scaffold must be cross-braced (R 408.10521(11)).

• A wood pole scaffold may not be erected beyond the reach of local fire fighting equipment (R408.10521(12)).

Single Pole Scaffolds

Suspension Scaffolds


• The inner end of the bearer on a single pole scaffold must rest in the wall of the building with atleast a 4-inch bearing. Notching is prohibited (R 408.10523(a)).

• On frame buildings, the inner end of the bearer of a single pole scaffold must rest on a block 12inches long and at least 2 inches by 6 inches nominal. The block must be notched the width ofthe bearer and at least 2 inches deep. The bearer must be nailed to both the block and thebuilding (R 408.10523(b)).

• At a window opening, the inner end of the bearer of a single pole scaffold must be supported bya plank of equal strength resting on the window sill and fastened to the building. The bearermust be braced against displacement (R 408.10523(c)).

• Suspension scaffolds must be designed with a safety factor of at least 4 (R 408.10524(1)).

• Wire ropes used on suspension scaffolding must be designed with a safety factor of at least 6.Wire ropes fastened around a rod must be equipped with a thimble (R 408.10524(2)).

• When U-bolt clamps are installed on suspension scaffolding, a minimum of 3 must be used ateach fastening, installed on the dead end (see R 408.10524 Table 8). The clamps must beretightened after loading (R 408.10524(3)).

• A thrustout for a suspension scaffold must meet the following additional requirements: (R408.10524(4) — 408.12524(6)).

– The thrustout must be set with the web vertical, must be spaced not more than 7 feet apart,and must project 1 foot beyond the outer edge of the suspension platform.

– The thrustout inner end must be fastened to the frame of the building with bolts, anchorplates, lockwashers, and jam nuts, and it must be anchored against horizontal displacement orcounterbalanced if the counterweight is fastened to the thrustout. Sand bags or other loosematerial may not be used. Where a counterweight is used, it must be 3 times the supportedweight and must be located on the inner end of the thrustout with its center of mass at leastan equal distance to the center of mass of the load, as measured from the fulcrum.

– The thrustout outer end must be equipped with a stop-bolt to prevent the shackle fromslipping over the edge. A thrustout rigged over a parapet wall must be supported by a woodblock at least 4 by 4 by 18 inches long (nominal) .

• A suspension platform must be secured to keep it from swinging away from the building. Rollersor fenders must be provided to keep the platform from striking the building and to facilitateraising and lowering it (R 408.10524(7)).

• A bearer for a suspension scaffold must be made of 4- by 6-inch timber set on edge or structuralsteel of equivalent strength. A bearer must have sufficient length to hold the planks between theframe where a hoisting machine is used. Plank edges must abut (R 408.10524(8)).

• Where a powered hoisting machine is used on a suspension scaffold, it must comply with R408.10548. The running edge of the suspension wire rope must be securely attached to thehoisting drum, and at least 4 turns of rope must remain on the drum at all times (R408.10524(9)).

• Each suspension scaffold must be installed or relocated in accordance with designs andinstructions of a registered professional mechanical or civil engineer and under the supervisionof a competent person (R 408.10524(10)).

Swing Scaffolds

Outrigger Scaffolds

Horse Scaffolds


• Where rope and blocks are used to support a swing scaffold, the scaffold must comply with allof the following requirements (R 408.10525(2)):

– have hangers made of 3/4-inch round steel, or its equivalent, that are designed to have a flatbottom to hold a platform and that have arms to hold a standard barrier pursuant to R408.10513(2) and a loop to hold the hook on a block;

– have all blocks fit the size of rope they carry; and

– have ropes fastened by a special hitch that cannot slip to the point of the hook on the hangereye.

• A hook with an eye or ring that is used to support a swing scaffold on a building must be madeof wrought iron or steel with a cross section at least 5/8 by 2 inches, or equivalent, with the 5/8-inch measurement on the edge. Each hook must have a safety line of 3/4-inch manila rope, or itsequivalent, secured from an eye or ring to a structurally sound portion of the building to preventslipping of the hook. Eaves or cornices must be inspected for cracks, loose blocks, or otherdeterioration before setting the hooks that support the swing scaffold on the building. (R408.10525(4))

• Two or more swing scaffolds may not be combined by bridging with planks or similarconnecting links unless they are equipped with hoisting machines and the planking is capable ofpivoting while remaining secured to the unit (R 408.10525(5)).

• An employee on a swing scaffold must use a safety belt tied to a lifeline by a lanyard no morethan 48 inches long and connected by an approved fall prevention device on the lifeline. Thelifeline must extend to the ground. In lieu of providing a lifeline, the employee may attach asafety belt and lanyard to the scaffold, if a separate fall prevention device is installed at eachsupport point using safety lines equivalent to the support ropes, and if the device is connected tothe scaffold with a line that allows a drop of not more than 12 inches (R 408.10525(7)).

• Swing scaffolds must be equipped with rollers or fenders as prescribed in R 408.10524(7) (R408.10525(9)).

• A swing scaffold must be secured to the building or ground when it is not in use, and all toolsand materials must be removed (R 408.10525(10)).

• When a hoisting machine is used with a swing scaffold, it must comply with R 408.10548 and R408.10549 (R 408.10525(11)).

• Planking for the platform of an outrigger scaffold must have all edges abutting tightly from theend of the thrustout to the building, or from vertical hanger to vertical hanger. The plankingmust comply with R 408.10512 (R 408.10526(3)).

• Standard guardrails and toeboards must be installed on an outrigger scaffold (R 408.10526(4)).

• A horse scaffold may not be used with an outrigger scaffold (R 408.10526(5)).

• A horse scaffold must be built of straight-grained lumber and braced to resist side thrusts, inaccordance with R 408.10527 Table 9 (R 408.10527(1)).

Note: Table 9 differs slightly from Table D19 in 29 CFR 1910.28(m).

• A horse that is used on a horse scaffold and that is higher or longer than 4 feet must have thecross section of each member increased to the next nominal size in width (R 408.10527(2)).

Ladder Jack Scaffolds

Needle Beam Scaffolds

Manufactured Scaffolding


• Extension pieces may not be nailed to the legs of a horse scaffold (R 408.10527(3)).

• The legs of a horse scaffold must be set on concrete or another hard surface, or on base plates inaccordance with R 408.10513(7) (R 408.10527(4)).

• Horses must be spaced on bearer centers no more than 6 feet apart (R 408.10527(5)).

• No more than 2 employees may be on a ladderjack scaffold (R 408.10528(4)).

Exception: If 3 ladders support a plank, 3 employees may occupy it.

• Ladders used with a ladder jack must be equipped with nonslip feet (R 408.10528(5)).

• A ladder jack must be made of metal and designed to support the total weight of materials,workers, and scaffold with a safety factor of at least 4. The ladder jack must be designed to bearon the side rails in addition to the rungs. Alternatively, it may bear only on the rungs if thebearing surface on each rung is at least 10 lineal inches (R 408.10528(6)).

• Rope supports on needle beam scaffolds must be 1-inch diameter first-grade manila rope, orequivalent material, that are spaced no more than 10 feet apart. The rope must be attached to theneedle beams by a scaffold hitch or an eye splice. The loose end of the rope must be tied by abowline knot or a round turn and half hitch. The scaffold hitch must be arranged to prevent theneedle beam from rolling or otherwise becoming displaced (R 408.10534(3)).

• Scaffold planks on a needle beam scaffold must be secured against displacement (R408.10534(4)).

• A needle beam scaffold must be suspended from thrustouts in accordance with R 408.10524 orfrom permanent structural members with a safety factor of at least 4 times the maximumintended load (R 408.10534(6)).

• Manufactured scaffolding must be erected and used in accordance with the manufacturer'sinstructions (R 408.10541(1)).

• Manufactured scaffolding must be erected by an experienced, competent person (R408.10541(2)).

• Stationary manufactured scaffolding must be tied to and braced against a building at intervals ofno more than 30 feet horizontally and 26 feet vertically or must be otherwise guyed (R408.10541(3)).

• Adjusting screws on stationary manufactured scaffolding must have an adjustment of not morethan 18 inches from baseplate to bottom of frame, with a minimum of 6 inches retained withinthe frame (R 408.10541(4)).

• Before a metal scaffold is erected near an exposed powerline, the utility or property owner mustbe consulted. A power line or other apparatus must be considered energized unless the propertyowner or utility indicates it is deenergized and the line or apparatus is visibly grounded. Wheredeenergizing is not practical, the following minimum clearances must be maintained (R408.10541(5)):

– for voltages up to 50kV, 10 feet; and

– for voltages greater than 50kV, 10 feet plus 0.4 inch per kV.

Other Scaffolds


• The planking span on welded-frame-type scaffolds must comply with the requirements of R408.10543 Table 1, which are slightly different than those in the table at 29 CFR 1910.28(d) (R408.10543(1)(e)).

• For a mobile scaffold, the screw jack must adjust no more than 12 inches from the top of castor-bearing plate to the bottom of the frame. The castor stem must fit the socket in the frame andextend inside at least 6 inches (R 408.10544(2)(d)).

• A sectional folding ladder scaffold must have an integral set of pivoting and hinged foldingdiagonal and horizontal braces and a detachable work platform incorporated into the structure (R408.10544(4)(e)).

• Wire rope used as a supporting means for a plank must have a designed safety factor of at least6. The load calculation must include the total weight of workers, materials, and scaffold (R408.10545(1)).

• Planks used on a wire rope scaffold must be attached to the wire rope in a manner that will notallow the plank to detach the rope and must facilitate moving the plank along the wire rope (R408.10545(3)).

• The tackle of a boatswain's chair must consist of bearing or brushed blocks and 5/8-inch manilarope, or its equivalent (R 408.10529(4)).

• The supporting brackets of a carpenter's bracket scaffold must be a triangular frame of at least 2-by 3-inch material fitted and secured together (or of metal of equivalent strength) and sized tosupport at least two 2 by 10 inch planks (R 408.10531(1)).

• Wood supporting brackets that are fastened to the structure of a carpenter's bracket scaffold mustbe gussetted in a manner to keep the joints from pulling apart (R 408.10531(2)(a)).

• Window jack scaffolds must consist of a plank secured to the structure with braces running froma point less than 4 inches from the end of the plank to the structure at an angle of at least 45degrees (R 408.10535(2)).

5. Exit Routes

General Requirements



Michigan’s requirements for fire exits are found in Part 6 of the Michigan General Industry SafetyStandards, R 408.10601 – R 408.10697. The state’s requirements are much more detailed than thefederal, including many building code requirements as well as requirements similar to those in thefederal regulations for exit routes in 29 CFR 1910 Subpart E (29 CFR 1910.35 – 1910.38). Key aspectsof the state's regulations are described below.

• All employers are required to inform employees of escape procedures and emergency routes toapproved exit routes. Employers must also designate a sufficient number of persons to assist inthe safe and orderly emergency evacuation of employees. These requirements apply regardless ofwhether the employer is required to prepare an emergency action plan or fire prevention plan (R408.10608).

• A space formed with moveable or folding partitions and occupied by more than 20 persons musthave an approved exit route (R 408.10631(3)).

• Alterations, additions, or changes in occupancy that would reduce the exit routes below therequirements for a new building are prohibited (R 408.10631(4)).

• No combustible or flammable debris, waste, or other material, which, if burned, would make theexit route from the building hazardous, may be placed, stored, or kept on, under, at the bottomof, or adjacent to an exit route or elevator (R 408.10632(5)).

• Where an exit route is being obstructed by the placement of movable objects, aisles must bemarked and railings or permanent barriers provided to protect the exit routes againstencroachment (R 408.10632(5)).

• Stairs, landings, and other exit components must be guarded against falls over open edges, andguards and handrails must continue the full length of the guarded exit component (R408.10633(3)).

• At least 2 exits, remotely located from each other, must be provided for every building, floor, orfire area, including a basement. However, a single exit may be permitted when approved in anew and existing low or ordinary hazard occupancy for a building, floor, or fire area with apopulation of less than 50 persons (R 408.10634(1)).

• A single-story, noncombustible building for industrial or storage occupancy that has an approvedfully equipped automatic sprinkler system and that is normally not subject to traffic by personsother than employees must have exit doors that will provide safe egress spaced not more thanevery 300 feet apart on the perimeter wall (R 408.10634(3)).

• Michigan has established limits on travel distance to exits. The total number of exits in abuilding must be sufficient so that the maximum travel distance from any occupied space to atleast 1 exit does not exceed the limit specified in R 408.10636 (R 408.10635(1)).

• The minimum width of an exit access must be at least equal to the required width of the exit towhich it leads, but not less than 34 inches (R 408.10641(3)).

Note: The federal requirement is 28 inches.


• State-specific requirements for doors must be met, which include the following key elements (R408.10643 – R 408.10646):

• Confirm that exit doors meet the following requirements:

– A single leaf of an exit door must be between 28 and 48 inches wide (R 408.10643(2)).

– Where a door or gate opens directly on a stairway, a platform must be provided. The swingof the door or gate may not reduce the floor area leading to the stairs to a width less than 20inches (R 408.10643(3)).

– A sliding door may not be used as part of the exit capacity of building unless it is ofbreakaway design (R 408.10643(4)).

– The force required to fully open any door in the exit route may not be more than 50 poundsapplied to the latch side of the door (R 408.10644(1)).

– A properly designed mechanically aided sliding door may be used to exit to the outside of abuilding constructed before May 15, 1970, where the occupancy is low or ordinary storagehazard or ordinary mercantile hazard (R 408.10644(2)).

– An exit door that gives access to a stairway must not block stairs or landings during itsswing and must not interfere with the full use of the stairway when open (R 408.10644(3)).

– A power-operated exit door must be designed so that it can be operated manually in case ofpower failure (R 408.10646).

• A revolving door that was installed prior to March 11, 1970, may be “grandfathered” as an exitdoor if there are sufficient adjacent swinging doors and if the rate of rotation is properlycontrolled. Revolving doors installed after that date may not be considered approved exit doors(R 408.10647).

• State-specific requirements for stairs must be met, which include the following key elements (R408.10651):

– Stairs that are part of a required exit must comply with R 408.10651 Table 3. A variation of3/16 inches is allowed.

– In a building 4 or more stories high, stairs and platforms must be of noncombustibleconstruction throughout, except for handrails.

– Exit stairs, platforms, landings, balconies, and stair hallway floors must be designed to carrya load of 100 pounds per square foot, or a concentrated load of 300 pounds.

– Stair treads and landings must be slip resistant.

– Stairways and intermediate landings must continue with no decrease in width along thedirection of exit travel.

– Interior or exterior monumental stairs may be accepted as required exits if all requirementsfor exit stairs are met.

Exception: Curved stairs may be accepted with a radius of 25 feet or more at the inner edges.

• State-specific requirements for horizontal exits must be met, which include the following keyelements (R 408.10661):

– A fire area or area of refuge with a horizontal exit must have at least 1 additional means ofegress leading to the outside or must have access to an adjacent fire area with an outsidemeans of egress (R 408.10661(1)).

– Where either side of horizontal exit is occupied, the doors used in connection with the exitmust be unlocked (R 408.10661(2)).

Lighting


– The floor area on either side of a horizontal exit must be large enough to hold the occupantsof both floor areas with at least 3 square feet of clear floor area per person (R 408.10661(3)).

– Where a horizontal exit serves areas on both sides of a wall, there must be adjacent openingswith swinging doors at each side, opening in opposite directions. Signs must be placed oneach side of the wall or partition indicating which door to use for emergency exit (R408.10661(4)).

Note: Alternate arrangements may be acceptable as long as doors always swing with anypossible exit travel.

• A ramp may be a component in an exit route if all of the following requirements are met (R408.10664):

– It is designed for at least 100 pounds per square foot live load.

– The slope of a ramp does not vary between landings.

– Landings are level.

– Any change in direction of travel is made only at landings.

– In a building 3 or more stories high, it is of noncombustible construction with solid(unperforated) floor and landings.

– It has a nonslip surface.

– It has a minimum width of 44 inches and a maximum slope of 1 inch in 12 inches.

• An escalator may be considered a component of an exit route if it is fully enclosed above theground floor, equipped with fire doors containing fusible links, and operates in the normaldirection of exit travel (R 408.10667).

• Fire escape stairs may be used as a required exit only in existing buildings and may notconstitute more than 50% of the required exit capacity. Such stairs must conform to thestandards in R 408.10671. Fire escape stairs may not constitute any part of the required existsfor a new building. Swinging stairs and escape ladders must meet specific requirements forconstruction and installation (R 408.10671 – R 408.10677).

• An exit route must be illuminated by artificial lighting at places and for periods of time requiredto maintain the illumination to values not less than 1.0 foot-candles measured at the floor.Illumination must be arranged so that the failure of any single lighting unit, such as the burningout of an electric bulb, will not leave the area in darkness. Artificial lighting must be from asource of reasonable reliability, such as a public utility service. A battery-operated electric lightor any type of portable lamp or lantern may not be used for primary exit illumination, andluminescent fluorescent or reflective material may not be used as a substitute for requiredillumination (R 408.10681).

• In a building with natural lighting subject to occupancy by more than 300 persons, and in abuilding for which no natural lighting is provided and subject to occupancy by more than 100persons, approved emergency lighting facilities meeting specified requirements must be providedfor an exit route and arranged so that required exit illumination will be maintained for at least1/2 hour in the event of failure of normal lighting of the building (R 408.10682).

Occupancies


• The Michigan regulations specify the following classes of occupancy for fire exit regulations (R408.10621):

– hotel;

– mercantile;

– business; and

– industrial.

• The Michigan regulations also establish requirements for several additional miscellaneousoccupancies for exit route requirements, including vehicles from which the wheels are removedand are fixed so as to be no longer mobile, vessels that are permanently moored or aground,open buildings, aircraft hangars, storage elevators for combustible commodities, towers, andpiers and water-surrounded buildings (R 408.10691 – R 408.10697).

6. Powered Platforms, Manlifts, and Vehicle-Mounted Work

Powered Platforms


Platforms


The state’s regulations covering powered platforms, manlifts, and vehicle-mounted work platforms arecodified in the Michigan Administrative Code (MAC) under the MIOSHA General Industry SafetyStandards Parts 5, 25, and 58. The following additions or exceptions to the federal standard at 29 CFR1910 Subpart F apply in Michigan.

• A powered platform installed or modified after August 27, 1971, must comply with ANSI A120.1 -1970, Safety Requirements for Powered Platforms for Exterior Building Maintenance (R408.10561(1)).

• Where 2 cables are used, each employee on the work platform must use a safety harness andlanyard that is attached to an individual lifeline. The lifeline must be secured to the buildingstructure and must be independent of any cable and structures that support the powered platform(R 408.10562(8)).

• Where thrustouts are used in place of a roof car, they must be anchored to the building structurewith fasteners that are capable of sustaining the imposed load (R 408.10562(10)).

• A roof car must be used when it is necessary to move a working platform horizontally to a workor storage position (R 408.10565(1)).

• The stability factor against overturning must be at least 5 for horizontal traversing of a roofcarriage (R 408.10565(4)(h)).

Note: The federal requirement is a stability factor of at least 2.

• Whenever possible, maintenance on powered platforms must be performed with the equipmentin a stored position (R 408.10568(4)).

• Where a roof car is used, safety interlocks must be provided to ensure that the working platformwill not leave the stored position until the required positive position anchor is engaged and toensure that the roof car cannot move when the working platform is not in the stored position (R408.10570).

• All of the parts of a powered platform that are subject to stress, except for the wire rope, musthave a design safety factor of not less than 5 (R 408.10571).

Note: The wire rope must have a safety factor of at least 10.

Manlifts


• A working platform that is used on the exterior of a building must be equipped with rollers thatwill be in contact with the building face. These rollers must comply with one of the followingrequirements (R 408.10572) :

– Where the vertical working travel of a working platform is more than 130 feet, the platformmust be equipped with guide rollers or guide shoes that must positively engage guides, suchas “T” rails or indented mullions. The guide rollers or guide shoes must enter the guides atthe lowest possible speed and must not require any manual assistance from an employeewhile the work platform is in motion.

– A working platform that is installed before the effective date of R 408 and that has a rise ofmore than 130 feet may use an equivalent means to tie the platform to the building instead ofguide rollers or guide shoes.

• An employer that controls a powered platform must provide operating instructions and achecklist for a visual inspection that must be used by the operator before each daily use of theplatform (R 408.10573(1)(a)).

• The maintenance and inspection of powered platforms must comply with additional, more-detailed state requirements (R 408.10574).

• The top guardrail on suspended equipment must be at least 42 inches high and must be able towithstand a force of at least 200 pounds in any downward or outward direction (R408.10575(11)(g)(ii)).

Note: The federal standards only require the guardrail to be 36 inches high and withstand a 100-pound force.

• Toeboards must be not less than 4 inches in height from the top edge to the level of the platformfloor (R 408.10575(11)(g)(vi)).

Note: The federal requirement is 3.5 inches.

• No reverse bend is allowed in a wire rope (R 408.10575(18)(e)).

Note: The federal standard allows one reverse bend in every 6 wire rope lays.

• For suspension wire ropes and rope connections, a bend radius in wire rope must not be lessthan 20 times the wire rope diameter (R 408.10575(18)(f)).

• For suspension wire ropes and rope connections, wire rope must be inspected and maintained asspecified in the provisions of R 408.10582 (R 408.10575(18)(g)).

• Fiber rope must be used, maintained, and stored in accordance with certain requirements (R408.10583).

• Synthetic rope must be used, maintained, and stored in accordance with certain requirements (R408.10584).

• Employees on working platforms must be protected by a personal fall arrest system that is incompliance with the requirements of Michigan's General Industry Safety Standard, Part 33(Personal Protective Equipment). These requirements are slightly different from those in 29 CFR1910.66 Appendix C (R 408.10575(12)(m)).

Michigan has adopted the federal standard at 29 CFR 1910.68 by reference (R 408.12501).

Vehicle-Mounted Work Platforms


Michigan’s requirements for vehicle-mounted elevating and rotating work platforms are generallyconsistent with the federal requirements in terms of design and construction specifications. The state’srequirements for operation of the equipment are more detailed than the corresponding federalregulations. Key requirements include the following:

• Employees who will operate aerial platforms must first receive instruction and training,conducted by a qualified person, in safe operation of the equipment. The instruction mustinclude reading R 408.15815 (R 408.15815(1)).

• The employer must provide each trained employee who will operate aerial platforms with apermit indicating which aerial platforms the employee is qualified to operate. The permit, whichmay be valid up to 3 years, must include the information in R 408.15815(5) and R 408.15815(7).The permit must be carried at all times by the operator or must be available at the jobsite/workplace (R 408.15815(2), R 408.15815(4), and R 408.15815(6)).

• On each platform, the employer must provide the manufacturer's operating instructions andsafety rules for that platform. The employer must maintain this information in a legible manner(R 408.15815(9)).

• The lifting and outrigger system of an aerial work platform must be equipped with a means suchas a pilot-operated check valve to ensure that, if a power or hydraulic line failure occurs, thesystem will not permit the work platform to drop in a free fall (R 408.15821(6)).

• Appropriate precautions must be taken before beginning work around power lines (R408.15817).

• Aerial platforms must comply with more recent versions of ANSI standards than those specifiedin the federal standard. The applicable version of the ANSI standard depends on the year inwhich the equipment was modified, remounted, designed, constructed, or tested (R 408.15821(1)and R 408.15821(3)).

• A permanent label or tag must be affixed to an aerial platform modified, remounted, designed,constructed, or tested between March 28, 1975, and January 1, 2007, certifying compliance withthe applicable ANSI standard (R 408.15821(2)).

• An aerial work platform must bear a permanent plate stating the designed rated capacity (R408.15821(4)).

• An aerial work platform must be mounted on a vehicle capable of sustaining, or reinforced tosustain, the imposed load. The vehicle must be a stable support for the aerial device (R408.15821(5)).

• Each aerial work platform must be clearly marked in a permanent manner with special workings,cautions, or restrictions necessary for operation and the rated work load. The permanentmarkings must also include a clear statement as to whether the platform is electrically rated (R408.15825(1)).

• Directional controls must automatically return to the off or neutral position when released, mustbe protected against inadvertent operation, and must be clearly marked with their intendedfunction (R 408.15825(2)).

• An overriding control must be provided in the platform. This control must be continuouslyactivated for platform directional controls to be operational and must automatically return to theoff position when released (R 408.15825(3)).

• Aerial work platforms must be equipped with emergency controls at ground level that arecapable of overriding the platform controls (R 408.15825(6) and R 408.15825(7)).


• Attachment points for personal fall protection must be provided on aerial work platforms (R408.15825(8)).

• If the aerial work platform is rated and used as an insulated aerial device, the electricalinsulating components must be tested at least annually in accordance with ANSI A92.2 (2002).Written, dated, and signed test reports must be maintained (R 408.15831).

• The employer must ensure that an aerial work platform is operated so that safe clearance fromenergized power lines and equipment is maintained. The clearances do not apply in thefollowing circumstances (R 408.15832(1) – R 408.15832(6)):

– The platform is used for tree trimming operations.

– The platform is used for telecommunications work.

– Insulating barriers that are not attached to the platform have been erected to prevent physicalcontact with the line.

– The owner of an energized power line or his/her authorized representative or a utilityrepresentative assures that the conductor is insulated for the system voltages and the task willnot compromise the insulation of the conductor and/or cause an electrical hazard.

• When employees are moving an aerial platform, they must limit travel speed according tocondition of the surface, congestion, slope, location of personnel, and any other hazards (R408.15833(4)).

• The employer must ensure that the operator of an aerial work platform over or adjacent to anypublic or private roadway maintains adequate clearances of all portions of the aerial workplatform to prevent being struck by vehicular traffic. Traffic controls must be used incompliance with R 408.15810 and R 408.42201 – R 408.42243 (R 408.15833(5) and R408.15833(6)).

• The employer must provide a safety harness that has a lanyard affixed to attachment pointsprovided and approved by the manufacturer, and each occupant of the platform must use a safetyharness. A fall arrest system may only be used where the aerial lift is designed to withstand thevertical and lateral loads caused by an arrested fall (R 408.15836(1)).

• An employee may use a body belt with a restraint device where the lanyard and the anchor arearranged so that the employee is not exposed to any fall distance. A body belt and restraintdevice must be used where the aerial lift cannot withstand the vertical and lateral loads imposedby an arrested fall. (R 408.15836(2)).

• An employee must not belt off to an adjacent pole, structure, or equipment while working froman aerial work platform (R 408.15836(3)).

• The employer may not allow employees to exit an elevated aerial work platform except whereelevated work areas are inaccessible or hazardous to reach. In these cases, employees may exitthe platform with the knowledge and consent of the employer; however, when employees exit tounguarded work areas, fall protection must be provided and used (R 408.15836(4)).

• The employer must provide for prompt rescue of employees in the event of a fall or must assurethat employees are able to rescue themselves (R 408.15836(5)).

• The guardrail system of the platform may not be used to support materials, other workplatforms, or employees (R 408.15839(3)).

• Employees must maintain firm footing on the platform while working. The use of railings,planks, ladders, or any other devices on the platform to achieve additional height is prohibited(R 408.15839(4)).

• Platform gates must be closed while the platform is in an elevated position (R 408.15839(12)).

7. Occupational Health

Ventilation

Noise Exposure



The Michigan standards corresponding to the federal regulations for occupational health andenvironmental control in 29 CFR 1910 Subpart G (29 CFR 1910.94 – 1910.98) are as follows:

• Ventilation:

– R 325.50251 – R 325.50258 (Abrasive Blasting);

– R 325.52001 – R 325.52012 (Ventilation Control);

– R 325.52501 – R 325.52505 (Grinding, Polishing, and Buffing Operations); and

• Occupational noise exposure: R 325.60101 – R 325.60131 (Occupational Noise Exposure);

• Non-ionizing radiation: R 325.60701 – R 325.60704.

Michigan's requirements for ventilation and occupational noise exposure generally follow the federalregulations except as noted below. The state’s non-ionizing radiation regulations are identical to thefederal regulations in 29 CFR 1910.97.

The following additional state requirements apply:

• The state has adopted ANSI Z9.3 (1985), “Spray Finishing Operations: Safety Code for Design,Construction, and Ventilation” (R 325.50252(a)).

• Abrasive blasting must comply with NFPA 68 (1954), “Explosion Venting Guide” (R325.50252(c)).

• The general ventilation control rule applies to all processes and places of employment. This ruleprovides control methods for enclosures and controlled processes, supply ventilation systems,direct-fired air heaters, exhaust ventilation systems, local exhaust ventilation, general ventilationsystems, exhaust system discharge locations, and recirculation of air from exhaust systems (R325.52001 – R 325.52012).

Michigan’s occupational noise exposure regulations contain the following additional requirement:

• The Michigan standards provide a chart to determine the permitted daily exposure time when thenoise exposure level is between two listed permissible noise levels (R 325.60105).

8. Hazardous Materials

Flammable Liquids

Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER)



The federal regulations for hazardous materials in 29 CFR 1910.101 – 1910.111 and 29 CFR1910.120 – 1910.126 apply in Michigan. The state has additional standards for flammable liquids andfor HAZWOPER, as described below. (The federal hazardous materials regulations discuss compressedgas, acetylene, hydrogen, oxygen, nitrous oxide, flammable liquids, spray finishing, dip tanks,explosives, liquefied petroleum gas, anhydrous ammonia, and HAZWOPER.)

The federal regulations for flammable liquids at 29 CFR 1910.106 apply in Michigan, with thefollowing additions:

• The State Fire Marshal has adopted the following NFPA standards (R 29.5601 – R 29.5917):

– NFPA 30 (2012), Flammable and Combustible Liquids Code;

– NFPA 30A (2012), Code for Motor Fuel Dispensing Facilities and Repair Garages;

– NFPA 31 (2011), Standard for the Installation of Oil-Burning Equipment; and

– NFPA 37 (2010), Standard for the Installation and Use of Stationary Combustion Enginesand Gas Turbines.

HAZWOPER standards are located at R 325.52101 – R 325.52137. The Michigan requirementssubstantially follow the federal regulations, with the following additions:

• The organizational structure section of the safety and health program must be made available toall affected employees (R 325.52104(4)(c)).

• The site safety and health plan must provide the names of key personnel who are responsible forsite safety and health, including a safety and health supervisor, as well as the names of alternates(R 325.52104(6)(a)).

• The written personal protective equipment (PPE) program must address proper use of PPE (R325.52118(8)(i)).

• The passage of time must be included as a consideration when determining if exposures mayhave increased enough to require periodic workplace monitoring (R 325.52119(4)(e)).

9. Personal Protective Equipment

General Requirements and Definitions

Head Protection



The Michigan standards for personal protective equipment (PPE) are found in the Occupational HealthStandards in Parts 433 and 431 at R 325.60001 – R 325.600111 and R 325.60051 – R 325.60052 andthe General Industry Safety Standards in Part 33 at R 408.13301 – R 408.13394.

Michigan has adopted the federal respiratory protection standard in 29 CFR 1910.134 by reference (R325.60051 – R 325.60052). The state has a General Industry fall protection standard at R 408.13390, forwhich there is no federal equivalent. The remaining state PPE standards generally follow the federalstandards, with certain additional requirements. The General Industry Safety standards in Part 33contain the most detailed requirements.

Key differences of the state's safety standards for PPE are summarized below.

Michigan has additional details about when employers are or are not required to pay for PPE:

• The employer is not required to pay for prescription safety eyewear with sideshields as long asthe employer provides safety eyewear that fits over an employee’s prescription lenses (R325.60003a(4) and R 408.13310a(4)).

• The employer must pay for protection when ordinary weather gear is not sufficient and specialequipment or extraordinary clothing is needed to protect the employee from unusually severeweather conditions. Clothing used in artificially controlled environments with extreme hot orcold temperatures, such as freezers, is not considered part of the weather gear exception (R325.60003a(7) and R 408.13310a(9)).

• The employer is not required to pay for PPE that exceeds the requirements, including upgradedor personalized PPE, provided that the employer provides PPE that meets the standards at nocost to the employee (R 325.60003a(8)(a) and R 408.13310a(10)(a)).

• Head protection must be provided where there is a risk of injury from electric shock, hairentanglement, chemicals, or temperature extremes (R 408.13370(1)).

• Service facilities must be provided for the sanitizing and replacement of needed parts whennecessary. In addition, before head protection is reissued, it must be thoroughly cleaned andsanitized (R 408.13370(2)).

• Head protection equipment that has been physically altered or damaged must not be worn orreissued to an employee (R 408.13370(3)).

• Employees may not physically alter, and must guard against damage to, the head protectionequipment provided (R 408.13370(4)).

• Employees must use the provided head protection equipment in accordance with instructions andtraining received (R 408.13370(5)).

• Hard hats must meet additional state requirements, primarily related to electrical protection (R408.13375).

Eye and Face Protection

Body Protection

Foot Protection


• State standards for hoods must be met (R 408.13376).

• State standards for hair enclosures must be met (R 408.13378).

• Cleaning facilities for protectors must be provided away from the hazard but readily accessibleto the wearer (R 408.13313(2)).

• A face or eye protector must be for the individual and exclusive use of the person to whom it isissued. If circumstances require reissue, the protector must be thoroughly cleaned and sanitizedand inspected to ensure it is in good condition (R 408.13313(4)).

• Materials used in the manufacturing of eye protectors must comply with specific requirements(R 408.13352).

• Lenses used in eye protectors must comply with the specific requirements (R 408.13353).

• Michigan standards for eyecup goggles must be met (R 408.13355).

• Michigan standards for flexible and cushioned fitting goggles must be met (R 408.13362).

• Michigan standards for foundrymen's goggles must be met (R 408.13366).

• Michigan standards for metal, plastic, and combination metal and plastic safety glasses must bemet (R 408.13369).

• The Michigan standards for face shields must be met (R 408.13340 – R 408.13347).

• Employers must ensure that any employee who is required to work under conditions where hisor her clothing becomes wet due to a condition other than the weather or perspiration usesaprons, coats, jackets, sleeves, or other garments that will keep the employee’s clothing dry. Thegarment’s material must be unaffected by the wetting agent (R 408.13394(1) – R 408.13394(2)).

Note: The provision of dry, clean, acid-resistant clothing, in addition to rubber shoes or shortboots and an apron, is considered a satisfactory substitute for protective clothing where smallparts are cleaned, plated, or acid-dipped in an open tank (R 408.13394(3)).

• When abrasive blasting is not protected by an enclosure, the operator must use heavy canvas orleather gloves and aprons or their equivalent to provide protection from the impact of abrasives(R 408.13394(4)).

• In addition to the federal foot protection requirements, Michigan requires that where a hazard iscreated from a process, environment, chemical, or mechanical irritant that would cause an injuryor impairment to the feet by absorption or physical contact (other than from impact), footwearsuch as boots, overshoes, rubbers, wooden-soled shoes, or their equivalent must be used (R408.13386).

• Protective footwear that an employer demonstrates is at least as effective as footwear constructedin accordance with one of the adopted ANSI standards is considered to be in compliance withthe regulations (R 408.13383(2)).

Other PPE

Electrical Protective Equipment


Michigan requires that employees whose work area is more than 6 feet above the ground, floor, water,or other surface must be protected as prescribed in the state’s Construction Safety Standard Part 45,“Fall Protection,” unless there is a specific General Industry standard that applies (R 408.13390(1)). Alist of General Industry safety standards that require fall prevention/protection equipment, along with theapplicable threshold heights, is contained in Appendix C to the general industry safety regulations (R408 Part 33).

• Exposed conductors or equipment that is energized from 750 volts to 28,000 volts and that anemployee may reach into or touch must be isolated or covered with at least one of the following(R 408.13387(12)):

– an insulating blanket;

– an insulating hood;

– an insulating line hose; or

– an insulating barrier.

Note: This requirement does not apply to conductors or equipment being worked on directly.

• Employees must use insulating gloves and sleeves capable of withstanding the imposed voltagewhen performing any of the following activities (R 408.13387(13)):

– The employee is working directly on, or within reaching distance of, a conductor orequipment at a nominal voltage of 750 volts or more, except when he/she is usingbarehanded techniques or a hot stick. Sleeves are not required for employees who performroutine switching operations in a substation or powerhouse.

Note: An employee who uses gloves and sleeves and works directly on or within reachingdistance of a conductor or equipment energized at more than 5,000 volts phase to groundmust do so from an insulated platform or board or an aerial device that has an insulatedbasket.

– The employee is connecting or disconnecting primary neutrals, pole ground wires, or otherconductors normally connected to static wires or energized equipment, except that gloves andsleeves are optional when connecting and disconnecting a service neutral or secondaryneutral.

– The employee is working on a de-energized conductor that extends into an area in whichcontact may be made with an energized conductor or exposed parts of energized equipment,unless the conductor is grounded or isolated. Insulating sleeves are optional at voltages ofless than 750 volts.

• Employees must use insulating gloves capable of withstanding the imposed voltage whenperforming either of the following activities (R 408.13387(14)):

– working with a hole digger while using booms or winch lines where the hole digger maycontact conductors or equipment energized at a voltage of 300 volts or more, unless theemployee is in the enclosed cab of the equipment; and

– working directly on a conductor or equipment energized at a voltage of more than 240 volts,unless the employee is using test equipment.

10. General Environmental Controls

General Environmental Controls

Sanitation

Safety Color Code and Accident Prevention Signs

Color Coding



Michigan has adopted a sanitation standard at R 325.47401–325.47425. The requirements are essentiallyidentical to the federal requirements for sanitation (29 CFR 1910.141). Michigan has additionalhousekeeping requirements at R 408.10015 which includes the following:

• Materials, including scrap and debris, must be piled, stacked, or placed in a container in amanner that does not create a hazard to an employee (R 408.10015(1)).

• The floor of a work area, passageway, or aisle must be maintained free of hazardousaccumulations of scrap, debris, water, oil, grease, and other slip and trip hazards, except wherean immediate emergency operation must be performed (R 408.10015(3)).

• Where vegetation is a hazard, an employee must be protected by vegetation control or othermeans of protection, such as but not limited to a barrier, personal protective equipment, ormedication (R 408.10015(5)).

• A storage area must be kept free from accumulations of materials that constitute a hazard fromfire, explosion, or pest harborage (R 408.10015(6)).

• An employer must not distribute, make available, furnish, or supply a container that is known tohave contained a hazardous substance unless the container has been thoroughly cleaned toremove all traces of any hazardous substance, except where the container is refilled with thesame substance (R 408.10037).

Michigan’s safety color code and accident prevention sign requirements differ somewhat from thefederal requirements at 29 CFR 1910.144 and 1910.145. Michigan's requirements are found at Part 37of the General Industry Standards (Accident Prevention Signs and Tags) and at Part 1 (GeneralProvisions).

Key differences in requirements for color coding include the following (R 408.10018):

• A safety can must be red in color (R 408.10018(1)).

Note: The federal standard requires an additional yellow band or labelling.

• Solid yellow, yellow and black stripes, or yellow with a suitable contrasting background may beused interchangeably for marking physical hazards (R 408.10018(1)).

Accident Prevention Signs and Tags

Confined Spaces


Key differences in requirements for accident prevention signs and tags include the following:

• Michigan has adopted ANSI Z53.1-1971, Safety Color Code, for sign and lettering colors (R408.13705(1)).

• Lettering must be block style, with upper case for the upper panel and upper or upper-and-lowercase for the lower panel (R 408.13708(1)).

• Letter size must be determined by the length of the message and maximum visibility andreadability. A table of minimum letter sizes is provided (R 408.13708(2) and R 408.13708(3)).

• Placement of an accident prevention sign must be such that all of the following requirements aremet (R 408.13709(1)(a) – R 408.13709(1)(c)):

– There is enough warning to avoid the hazard or to take appropriate action.

– The sign is legible and without distraction and does not create a hazard in itself.

– The sign will not be obscured if a moveable object is moved.

• An accident prevention sign must be displayed with at least 2 foot-candles of illumination at ornear the sign during hours when an employee would be present (R 408.13709(2)).

• Exit signs must comply with the requirements of R 408.10685(3) and R 408.10686. In addition,any exit signs installed after December 13, 1974, must have red or white letters on a contrastingred or white field. An internally illuminated sign must have translucent letters, and thebackground may be either opaque or translucent. The sign must have a directional arrow in thesame color as the word “exit” (R 408.13714).

• Directional signs must have a white arrow on a black upper panel, and a white lower panel withblack lettering (if any). A directional arrow used on a danger, caution, or safety instructionalsign must be black (R 408.13716).

• Accident prevention tags are to be used only as a temporary warning of an existing hazard (suchas defective tools or equipment) and may not be used in place of an accident prevention sign orconsidered a complete warning method (R 408.13731).

• A “do not start” tag must be used to tag out the starting mechanism of equipment that wouldcause a hazardous condition if activated, unless it is locked out (R 408.13732).

• An “out of order” tag must be used only to indicate that equipment or machinery is out of orderand that its use might create a hazard (R 408.13735).

Michigan has adopted the federal confined space entry requirements of 29 CFR 1910.146 by referenceat Part 90 of the General Industry Standards and Part 490 of the Health Standards. The state also hasgeneral requirements for work in confined or hazardous spaces that do not meet the definition of a“permit required” confined space, as follows (R 408.10016):

• When an employee enters a confined space that contains bulk or loose material that could engulfthe employee, all of the following requirements must be met:

– A safety belt and lifeline must be used (R 408.10016(2)(a) and R 408.10016(2)(b)).

– Visual, voice, or signal line communications must be maintained between a person outsidethe confined space and all employees in the confined space (R 408.10016(2)(c)).

Lockout/Tagout


– If an employee working in a confined space must be lifted vertically to be removed from thespace, at least 1 person must be working in the immediate vicinity or a mechanical meansmust be provided before the work starts to lift the employee out of the confined space (R408.10016(2)(d)).

– The supply of material must be shut off. The discharge must also be shut off, if feasible (R408.10016(2)(e)).

• Before an employee is permitted to enter a confined space that could contain an explosiveatmosphere, the atmosphere must be tested to determine if it is within or above the explosiverange (R 408.10016(3)).

• An employee may enter a confined space having an atmosphere within or above the explosiverange only when all of the following criteria are met (R 408.10016(4)):

– The employee enters the confined space to correct a condition causing the explosiveatmosphere.

– The condition cannot be corrected by any other means.

– The atmosphere cannot be purged below the lower explosive limit.

– All sources of ignition in or around the space are prohibited.

• An atmosphere that could be deficient in oxygen or could contain harmful toxic substances mustbe tested in accordance with certain requirements (R 408.10016(5)).

Michigan has adopted the federal lockout/tagout requirements of 29 CFR 1910.147 by reference at R408.18502 of the state code with the following limitation:

• If a specific General Industry Safety standard contains lockout/tagout requirements, the specificprovisions in that General Industry Safety standard will prevail if there is a conflict with therequirements of 29 CFR 1910.147 (R 408.18501(2)).

11. Medical and First Aid



The Michigan standard for medical services and first aid is found at Part 472 of the Health Standards.The requirements are identical to those in the federal standard at 29 CFR 1910.151 There are noadditional state requirements.

12. Fire Protection

Fire Brigades

Fire Extinguishing Systems

Portable Fire Extinguishers



The Michigan standards corresponding to the federal regulations for fire protection at 29 CFR 1910Subpart L (29 CFR 1910.155 – 1910.165) are found at the following locations:

• portable fire extinguishers—R 408.10801 – R 408.10839;

• fixed fire equipment—R 408.10901 – R 408.10999; and

• fire brigades—R 408.17301 – R 408.17320.

Michigan’s requirements are generally consistent with the federal requirements, with the exceptionsnoted below.

State requirements for fire brigades include the following:

• Training for fighting incipient stage fires must comply with certain requirements (R408.17310(6)).

• The Michigan requirements for fire brigade personal protective equipment do not list theextensive testing requirements that are in the federal regulations; instead, NFPA 1971 (1997),“Standard on Protective Ensemble for Structural Fire Fighting and Proximity Fire Fighting,” isadopted by reference into the state code (R 408.17314 – R 408.17318).

• Michigan requires self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) to meet NFPA 1981-87, OpenCircuit Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (R 408.17320(5)).

The Michigan requirements for portable fire extinguishers are somewhat different from those in thefederal standard. Significant differences include the following:

• Michigan defines a Class K fire—a fire in cooking appliances that involve combustiblevegetable or animal oils and fats (R 408.10803(6)).

• Class K fires must be considered when extinguishers are classified and selected (R 408.10811and R 408.10813).

• Eleven listed extinguishing agents with high vapor toxicity, or any other agents with equal orgreater vapor toxicity, are prohibited (R 408.10814).

Note: The federal standard prohibits only 2 of these agents.

• Fire extinguishers must be selected and distributed according to specific state requirements,which are much more detailed than the federal requirements. Michigan's standards also includetables and diagrams based on occupancy hazard (R 408.10821 – R 408.10826).

• Extinguishers must be located where they will be readily seen and accessible along normal pathsof travel (R 408.10831(1)).

Fixed Fire Extinguishing Systems

Fire Code


• If an extinguisher is located where a visual obstruction cannot be avoided, a sign, color symbol,or other means must be used to indicate the location (R 408.10831(2)).

• Extinguishers of different classes grouped together must be marked in a manner to facilitate theproper choice in case of a fire. An extinguisher with an extinguishing agent that conductselectricity must bear a label reading “not for electrical fires” that is legible from at least 3 feet(R 408.10831(3)).

• Extinguishers must be mounted in accordance with certain requirements relating to visibility,weight, and temperature extremes (R 408.10833).

• Michigan's specific requirements for hydrostatic tests of fire extinguishers, which are somewhatdifferent from those in the federal standard, must be met (R 408.10836).

• An employer maintaining its own extinguisher(s) must use recharging materials of the classspecified on the extinguisher nameplate or recommended by the manufacturer for recharging (R408.10837).

• The Michigan standard does not include training requirements. (No Citation)

State requirements for fire extinguishing systems include the following:

• The Michigan standard for fixed fire equipment is much more stringent and detailed than thefederal equivalent. Michigan has generally adopted the NFPA standards for the variousequipment types and applied them in a fashion similar to a local fire or building code (R408.10901 – R 408.10999).

Michigan has adopted NFPA 1-UFC (2006), with amendments (R 29.1652).

Local jurisdictions are not allowed to adopt or enforce an ordinance or resolution that is inconsistentwith (i.e., more permissive or restrictive than) the statewide code.

13. Compressed Air Receivers, Boilers, and Pressure Vessels

Compressed Air Receivers

Boilers and Pressure Vessels

Code Adoption



The federal regulations for compressed air receivers at 29 CFR 1910.169 apply in Michigan. There areno additional state requirements.

The Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA), Bureau of Construction Codes,Boiler Division, regulates boilers, pressure vessels, and nuclear components. The full requirements arefound in the Michigan Administrative Code at R 408.4001 et seq. and in the law at 408.751 et seq.

• The state has adopted the 2010 edition of the following sections of the American Society ofMechanical Engineers' Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (ASME Code), with 2011a addenda (R408.4025(1)):

– Section I, Rules for Construction of Power Boilers;

– Section II, Materials;

– Section III, Nuclear Power Plant Components;

– Section IV, Rules for Construction of Heating Boilers;

– Section V, Nondestructive Examination;

– Section VIII, Rules for Construction of Pressure Vessels (Divisions 1, 2, and 3);

– Section IX, Welding and Brazing Qualifications;

– Section X, Fiber Reinforced Plastic Pressure Vessels; and

– Section XI, Rules for In Service Inspections of Nuclear Power Plants.

• The state has adopted the 2011 edition of the National Board Inspection Code (NBIC) (R408.4024(1)).

• The state has adopted the 2010 edition of ANSI/ASME B31.1, Power Piping, with 2011aaddenda (R 408.4025(1)).

• The state has adopted the 2009 edition of ANSI/ASME CSD-1, Controls and Safety Devices forAutomatically Fired Boilers (R 408.4027(1)).

Exemptions

Installation Requirements


• Certain equipment is exempt from all requirements. Exempted equipment includes but is notlimited to the following:

– a nonvaporizing, organic fluid boiler, if it meets all of the following conditions (R408.4047(f)):

♦ the system is vented and does not have valves or restrictions in the pipe between theboiler and the vent;

♦ the vent pipe is sized so that the thermal expansion of the fluid will not result in anincrease in pressure on the system, which is verifiable with engineering data; and

♦ the owner or user provides the Boiler Division with calculations performed by anengineer verifing that pressure due to thermal expansion cannot exist in the boiler asinstalled.

– a low-pressure steam boiler that has a volume of less than 5 cubic feet and that does not havepiped feed connections (R 408.4047(g));

– a water tube or coil-type hot water heating boiler requiring forced circulation not exceedingany of the following (R 408.4047(h)):

♦ maximum water temperature of 200°F;

♦ relief valve set pressure of 30 psi; and

♦ heat input of 200,000 BTU/hr.

Exception: Modular or multiple boiler installations exceeding 1,000,000 BTU/hr input arenot exempt.

• An owner or user may install a rental boiler only if the all of the following criteria are met (R408.4139):

– A rental boiler must be inspected before it is rented, and the boiler must be approved fortemporary installation.

– An inspection certificate for an approved rental boiler is valid for 12 months.

– A licensed boiler installer must secure an installation permit each time a rental boiler isreinstalled. The permit application for an installed rental boiler must be posted at the rentalboiler.

• Where applicable, boiler installations must comply with the requirements of the MichiganMechanical Code, Plumbing Code, and Electrical Code (R 408.4031(2))

• Only a licensed boiler installer may reinstall a used or secondhand boiler (R 408.4177).

• If a boiler will be moved out of state for temporary use or repairs, the owner must apply forpermission to reinstall the boiler in Michigan. Any repairs conducted out of state must beperformed by properly licensed organizations in accordance with NBIC requirements (R408.4171).

• The clearances for a new boiler must meet the manufacturer's instructions and NBICrequirements, or must be a minimum of 24 inches between a boiler, its controls, firingequipment, and appurtenances and the building walls and partitions or other boilers ormachinery, whichever is greater. (R 408.4197).

Inspection Requirements

Registration Requirements


• The elevation of a boiler above the floor must comply with the requirements of the MichiganMechanical Code at R 408.30901a et seq. (R 408.4197).

• Power boilers, process boilers, or high-pressure, high-temperature water boilers must receive acertificate inspection annually. Such boilers must also be externally inspected annually, whileunder pressure, within 6 months from the date of the internal inspection (R 408.4057(1)(a)).

• A low-pressure steam or vapor heating boiler must receive a certificate inspection biennially (R408.4057(1)(b)).

• Hot water heating and hot water supply boilers must receive a certificate inspection triennially,with an internal inspection at the discretion of the inspector (R 408.4057(1)(c)).

• A nonvaporizing, organic fluid boiler that is not exempt must receive an external certificateinspection triennially (R 408.4057(1)(d)).

• A grace period of 2 months may lapse between certificate inspections. The Boiler Division maypermit longer periods at its discretion (R 408.4057(1)(e)).

• Internal inspection of cast boilers must be done at the discretion of the inspector (R408.4057(1)(g)).

• Internal boiler inspection frequency may be increased from an annual inspection to every 24months with approval of the Boiler Division. The owner or user must apply for this extensionand must establish written programs and a review committee to ensure that the boiler canoperate safely for 24 months (R 408.4058).

• The certificate inspection must be an internal inspection if construction allows, otherwise thecertificate inspection must be as complete an inspection as possible (R 408.4057(2)).

• The owner or user must prepare each boiler for internal inspection in accordance with ASMECode requirements and must prepare for and apply a hydrostatic pressure test, whenevernecessary, on the date specified by the inspector (R 408.4059 and R 408.4503).

• The inspector may require a pressure test to assess leak tightness of the pressure-retaining item.Pressure testing methods must comply with the NBIC (R 408.4507).

• Inspection and testing of safety valves and safety relief valves must be conducted in accordancewith the NBIC. The manual lift test addressed in the NBIC at RB-8400 may be used instead ofthe pressure test required by RB-8410 (R 408.4566).

• All inspections associated with nuclear power plants must be conducted in accordance withASME Code Section XI (R 408.4114(1)).

• The owner of a nuclear power plant must file inspection plans and schedules, pump and valvetesting programs, and requests for relief from ASME Code Section XI requirements with theBoiler Division (R 408.4114(2)).

• The nuclear power plant must maintain compliance with all Nuclear Regulatory Commissionrequirements (R 408.4114(3)).

• All owners or users of boilers and their installations in use or installed ready for use must reportto the chief inspector the location, type, capacity, age, and date of installation. The report mustbe on LARA-prescribed forms.(R 408.4045(1)).

• When either the boiler itself or the boiler's location changes ownership, the new owner mustnotify the Boiler Division of the change in ownership (R 408.4045(2)).

Miscellaneous General Requirements


• A boiler owner or user must notify the Boiler Division immediately if the boiler's insurance hasbeen discontinued (R 408.4045(3)).

• A permit is required in the following circumstances (R 408.4033(3)):

– whenever the equipment undergoes a change in use (e.g., between low and high pressure forboilers, between hot water supply and hot water heating, between steam heating and hotwater supply, or between steam heating and hot water heating); or

– when sections of sectional boilers (e.g., heat exchangers; feed water heaters or economizers;and tube bundles) are replaced by mechanical methods without welding.

• Irrespective of size, a fired or electrically heated steam kettle that has piped feed connectionsmust comply with the same requirements as those for boilers. (R 408.4182).

• Non-vaporizing organic fluid boilers that are not exempt must comply with ASME Coderequirements (R 408.4511).

• The installation of stairways, ladders, platforms, and runways must meet NBIC requirements (R408.4193).

Exception: A platform must be installed at one end of all drums of a water tube boiler that aremore than 4 feet above the floor or walkway to permit safe access to the interior of the drumsfor cleanout and inspection.

• Exits from a boiler room must comply with the Michigan Building Code at R 408.30401 – R408.30547 (R 408.4195).

• Repairs to riveted boilers by riveting require the prior approval of the Boiler Division (R408.4601).

• Boiler blowdown vessels must comply with the following construction requirements (R408.4701):

– have a minimum allowable working pressure of 50 psig;

– be sized so that the internal pressure of the vessel, its fittings, and connections does not risemore than 5 psig above ambient pressure during blowdown;

– be provided with adequate openings to facilitate internal cleaning and inspection;

– be provided with the following fittings and connection openings in addition to those providedby the manufacturer for the proper installation and operation of the vessel:

♦ a vent connection;

♦ a drain connection (although a drain connection is not required on a separator);

♦ a thermometer that has a maximum scale reading of 300°F and that is located in thewater outlet from the blowdown vessel; and

♦ a pressure gauge that is graduated from 0 to 30 psig and that is attached to the top of thesteam space of the blowdown vessel.

• The blowdown vessel must be installed in a location that prevents it and its connected pipingfrom freezing. The blowdown vessel must be installed in a manner that permits both internal andexternal inspection (R 408.4701).

• A safe point of discharge from a blowdown system must protect personnel and property from theinjurious effects of the discharge. The temperature of the discharge must not exceed 140°F at theoutlet of the blowdown vessel (R 408.4711).


• When 2 or more boilers of different maximum allowable working pressures are connected to acommon system, the maximum operating pressure of each boiler must be that of the lesserboiler's maximum allowable operating pressure (R 408.4153(3)).

• If an accident renders a boiler inoperative, the owner or user must immediately notify the BoilerDivision. For a serious accident, notice must be given by the quickest method available, andneither the boiler nor any of its parts may be removed or disturbed before an inspection has beenmade by an inspector, except to save human life. A “serious accident” means a condition orfailure that results in bodily injury or physical damage to equipment or property other than theboiler or that creates a unique or unusual explosion hazard (R 408.4163(1)).

14. Materials Handling and Storage

General Materials Handling Requirements

Rim Wheels



The Michigan standards corresponding to the federal materials handling and storage requirements in 29CFR 1910 Subpart N are found in the Michigan General Industry Safety Standards. While Michigangenerally follows the federal materials handling requirements, additional state requirements have beenadded in some areas. In addition, Michigan has developed requirements for certain areas not specificallyaddressed by the federal standards. The following summary indicates the additional Michiganrequirements, organized by federal subject area.

Michigan does not have a direct equivalent to the federal general materials handling standard at 29 CFR1910.176; however, all of the general topics are addressed in Part 1 of the Michigan General IndustrySafety Standards (R 408.10001 – R 408.10098).

Michigan's standards for rim wheel servicing are found in Part 72 of the Michigan General IndustrySafety Standards, Automotive Service Operations. The Michigan standard is much broader in scope thanthe federal standard and applies to the safe maintenance and operation of equipment in, around, andabout places of employment where vehicles or tire and wheel assemblies are serviced, repaired, andsalvaged. The federal standard at 29 CFR 1910.177 applies only to servicing of multi-piece and single-piece rim wheels used on large vehicles such as trucks, tractors, trailers, buses, and off-road machines.

The Michigan requirements specific to servicing multi-piece and single piece rim wheels follow thefederal standard, with the following exceptions:

• Tires on multi-piece rims may be inflated without a restraining device only to 3 psig (R408.17236).

Note: The federal standard does not specify an inflation pressure in these situations, but uses thelanguage “only to a pressure sufficient to force the tire bead onto the rim ledge and create anairtight seal with the tire and bead.”

• Tires on single-piece rims seated on a bead expander may be inflated only to 10 psig (R408.17237).

Note: The federal standard does not specify inflation pressures in these situations, but useslanguage such as “only sufficient pressure to seal the bead.”

• Training requirements in the Michigan standard are less specific as to materials covered than thefederal (R 408.17235 – R 408.17237).

Powered Industrial Trucks


Michigan's requirements for powered industrial trucks are found at R 408.12101 – R 408.12193. Thestate generally follows the federal requirements, with the following exceptions:

• All powered trucks (except hand trucks) must be equipped with an audible device to warn ofapproach (R 408.12131(1)).

• Operator platforms on trucks such as order pickers, end control trucks, and motorized hand ridertrucks must comply with certain requirements (R 408.12136).

• Steering controls must comply with certain requirements to protect the operator's hands frominjury when the truck passes obstacles such as walls or posts (R 408.12137).

• Load handling controls must comply with certain requirements (R 408.12138 and R 408.12139).

• Overhead guards on high-lift trucks must comply with certain requirements (R 408.12143).

• The Michigan rules list specific examples of defects that require removing a truck from service,including the following:

– The lifting mechanism allows a downward drift of the load in excess of 5 inches in 5minutes or a forward drift of 2 degrees in 5 minutes (R 408.12161(1)(c)).

– The tilt cylinder of the mast allows a forward drift of the mast in excess of 2 degrees in 5minutes (R 408.12161(1)(d)).

– The steering mechanism allows free play of the steering wheel of more than 1/4 turn ontrucks capable of up to 8 miles per hour, or 1/8 turn on trucks capable of over 8 miles perhour (R 408.12161(1)(e)).

• Chock blocks, support blocks, or jack stands must be provided and used for truck maintenance(R 408.12162).

• Refueling must be done in accordance with certain requirements (R 408.12163).

• Employees must be provided with appropriate personal protective equipment and safetyshowers/eyewashes where they may be exposed to sulfuric acid in battery charging areas (R408.12164(9)).

• When semi-trailers are being loaded, the landing gear must be visibly inspected prior to beinguncoupled from the tractor (R 408.12176(4)).

• Powered trucks may not be parked closer than 8 1/2 feet from the center of railroad tracks (R408.12183(5)).

Note: The federal standard is 8 feet.

• Trucks descending a grade of 10% or more must not exceed 2 miles per hour (R 408.12186).

• Parking brakes on sit-down rider trucks must be capable of holding the truck on its maximumoperating grade or 15%, whichever is less (R 408.12134).

• In addition to the training topics required by the federal standard, the Michigan rules specificallyrequire hazard communication training about hazards associated with exhaust gases produced byfossil-fuel-powered trucks (e.g., carbon monoxide, or components of diesel exhaust) and hazardsassociated with the handling of electrolytes used for battery-operated trucks (e.g., sulfuric acid)(R 408.12152(1)(f)).

• The Michigan rules specifically require that an operator's permit be issued, as opposed to themore general “certification” required by the federal standard. The permit must contain certaininformation and must be carried by the operator (R 408.12154).

Cranes, Hoists, and Derricks

Overhead and Gantry Cranes


• Whenever an order picker truck, high-lift is equipped for lifting personnel, certain requirementsmust be met (R 408.12166).

• If a platform is used to elevate personnel, it must have standard guardrails, midrails, andtoeplates. The platform must be attached to the forks by a safety chain, enclosed sleeves, or asimilar device (R 408.12167).

• A truck may not be used to tow or push railroad cars unless it is specifically designed for thatpurpose (R 408.12175).

• A powered industrial truck operator must report to the employer all accidents involving injury toan employee or damage to buildings and equipment (R 408.12179).

• “Tractors” used in nonagricultural operations must comply with specific state requirements fordesign, construction, modification, and operation. There is no federal equivalent to the statestandard (R 408.12201 – R 408.12261).

Michigan has specific standards for certain types of cranes, as follows.

Michigan’s requirements for overhead and gantry cranes are found in Part 18 of the General IndustrySafety Standards. The Michigan standard is substantially different from the federal requirements; keydifferences include the following:

• Michigan has adopted the following standards (R 408.11807):

– ANSI/ASME B30.2, “Overhead and Gantry Cranes (Top Running Bridge, Single or MultipleGirder, Top Running Trolley Hoist),” 1996 edition for cranes installed after April 9, 2002,and 1967 version for older cranes;

Note: U.S. OSHA has adopted the 1967 edition for all cranes.

– ANSI/ASME B30.17, “Overhead and Gantry Cranes (Top Running Bridge, Single Girder,Underhung Hoist),” 1998 edition.

• In addition to the load rating, the service class rating must be legibly marked on any cranemanufactured after January 1, 1971 (R 408.11822(2)).

• Cables must comply with certain requirements for hoisting safety factors (R 408.11823).

• Wire ropes must comply with certain requirements (R 408.11824).

• Hooks must be equipped with a latch, unless a qualified person determines that a latch isimpractical (R 408.11825(2)).

• Load blocks must be of the enclosed type and must be guarded against rope jamming duringnormal operations (R 408.11825(3)).

• The employer must ensure that a safe method of escape is provided on a cab-operated crane incase of fire or other emergency (R 408.11835(3)).

• Controls must comply with certain requirements (R 408.11843).

• Electrical equipment must comply with certain requirements (R 408.11844).

• Fire extinguishers on a crane must be class “C” or multipurpose (R 408.11847(2)).

• Crane operator training and testing must comply with certain requirements (R 408.11852 and R408.11853).

Crawler, Locomotive, and Truck Cranes


• Crane operators must be issued a permit to operate the equipment, and they must carry thepermit with them. The permit must include certain information (R 408.11854).

• The employer must establish and enforce a safe procedure, applicable to authorized employees,for boarding and leaving an overhead cab-operated crane (R 408.11855(2)).

• Michigan's operating requirements are much more detailed than those in the federal standard.They include the use of standardized hand signals (R 408.11861, R 408.11863, and R408.11865).

• Michigan's inspection requirements are similar to the federal ones but explicitly list the requiredintervals between inspections (R 408.11871 – R 408.11874).

• Both the operator and the person directing the lift must use the PPE required in the area (R408.11859).

Note: If the top of the load is not lifted to a height of more than 5 feet, then the load is notconsidered an overhead hazard.

The Michigan requirements for crawler, locomotive, and truck cranes are found in Part 19 of theGeneral Industry Safety Standards. The Michigan standard is substantially different from the federalrequirements; key differences include the following:

• Mobile hydraulic cranes must comply with ANSI Standard B30.15, 1973 edition for cranespurchased or modified after December 1974, and 1968 edition for cranes purchased betweenAugust 1971 and December 1974 (R 408.11921).

Note: U.S. OSHA has adopted the 1968 edition for all cranes purchased after August 1971.

• Michigan's requirements for load ratings are less specific than the federal (R 408.11923).

• Crane operators must comply with certain physical requirements (R 408.11913).

• Crane operator training and testing must comply with certain requirements (R 408.11914 – R408.11915).

• Michigan's operating requirements are more detailed than those in the federal standard. Theyinclude the use of standardized hand signals (R 408.11931 – R 408.11935).

• The Michigan standard includes specific requirements for operating near power lines (R408.11936).

Note: The federal standard references the electrical safety standard.

• If a work platform is attached to the loadline of a crawler, locomotive, or truck crane, theemployer must comply with the provisions of Construction Safety Standard Part 10, Lifting andDigging Equipment (R 408.11937).

• Michigan's inspection requirements vary from the federal ones in terms of specification andfrequency (R 408.11951 – R 408.11957).

• Maintenance of cranes and wire rope must meet specific requirements (R 408.11971 – R408.11972).

• Fire extinguishers supplied to cranes must be rated at least 5BC (R 408.11942).

Underhung Cranes and Monorail Systems

Slings

Helicopters


Michigan has adopted specific requirements for underhung cranes and monorail systems in Part 20 ofthe General Industry Safety Standards (R 408.12001). The federal regulations do not have a separatestandard for these types of cranes; such equipment is subject to the requirements of ANSI B30.11,which are generally the same as those in 29 CFR 1910.179.

The Michigan standard for slings is found in Part 49 of the general industry safety standards; it isessentially identical to the federal requirements (R 408.14901). The following additional requirementsapply:

• Michigan has adopted the 1990 edition of ASME B-30.9, Slings, by reference (R 408.14902).

• An eye in a wire rope sling may not be formed by using a knot or a wire rope clip (R408.14935).

Michigan's requirements for helicopter lifting operations are found in Part 59 of the General IndustrySafety Standards. The state generally follows the federal requirements, with the following additions:

• Michigan specifies the minimum distances that must be maintained from energized power lines,unless the owner or operator of the line ensures that the line is de-energized and visiblygrounded (R 408.15914).

• Ground employees must be properly trained to ensure that helicopter loading and unloadingoperations can be performed safely (R 408.15922).

15. Machinery and Machine Guarding


Woodworking Machinery Requirements



The Michigan standards corresponding to the federal regulations for machinery and machine guarding at29 CFR 1910.211 – 1910.219 are generally covered the following locations of the Michigan code:

• general requirements—R 408.10034;

• woodworking machinery—R 408.12701 – R 408.12799; and

• abrasive wheel machinery—R 408.10101 – R 408.10199;

• mills and calenders for rubber and plastic—R 408.16501 – R 408.16546;

• mechanical power presses—R 408.12401 – R 408.12477;

• guards for mechanical power-transmission apparatus—R 408.10701 – R 408.10765;

• forging machinery—R 408.14201 – R 408.14273.

Michigan’s standard is completely different in scope, content, and organization than the federalrequirements, often incorporating topics addressed in other subparts of the federal OSHA standard. Inaddition, Michigan's rules address certain types of machinery that are not included in the federalstandards. Employers with mechanical equipment should consult the Michigan regulations for additionaldetails.

Key aspects of the state's requirements are described below.

• The openings in fan guards (where required) may have one dimension up to 1 inch, or up to 21/8 inches for process cooling fans, depending on the distance to the blades (R 408.10034(7) andR 408.10034(8)).

Note: The federal standard does not allow openings greater than 1/2 inch.

• An extractor, parts washer, or tumbler that is manually controlled and equipped with an insiderevolving cylinder must be equipped with an interlocked cover or door (R 408.10034(11)).

• All machinery must meet requirements for safe layout, including aisle widths (R 408.12711, R408.12712, R 408.14222, R 408.16517(3), and R 408.16521(2)).

• The height of a machine auxiliary table and supports must be designed so that large or unwieldypieces can be handled safely (R 408.12714(1)).

• The frames and all exposed metal parts of electrical woodworking machinery must be grounded(R 408.12714(4)).

Note: The federal standard requires grounding only for equipment that operates at more than 90volts.

• Woodworking machinery wired to a 110-volt line prior to November 1, 1971, is permitted toautomatically restart after a power failure. Machinery wired after that date is prohibited fromautomatically restarting (R 408.12716(2)).

Abrasive Wheel Machinery


• Where the work will allow, woodworking machines must have automatic feeding devicesinstalled (R 408.12717).

• A cutoff saw that strokes automatically without the operator’s control of each stroke must have aguard to keep the operator’s hands from coming in contact with a blade (R 408.12718(1)).

• The manufacturer's operating speed must be permanently marked on circular saw blades over 20inches in diameter. When a marked saw blade is retensioned for a different speed, the markingmust be corrected to show the new speed (R 408.12719).

• Veneer steaming and soaking vats must be installed, operated, and ventilated in accordance withcertain requirements (R 408.12773 – R 408.12776).

• All gears, sprockets, and other dangerous parts on cranes and log trolleys must be appropriatelyguarded (R 408.12779).

• Band saws must be operated in accordance with the following requirements (R 408.12793):

– Tension on a band saw and resaw should be released from the blade when not in use.

– Back thrust must be adjusted carefully to the normal position of the band saw blade.

– A band saw must not be stopped quickly by thrusting a piece of wood against the cuttingedge of the teeth when the power is off.

• When jointer tables are used, the minimum length of the piece jointed must be not less than 4times the distance between the 2 tables. Neither half of the jointer table may be adjustedhorizontally so that the clearance between the edge of the table and revolving knives is morethan 1/4 inch (R 408.12795).

• Material in a lathe must be fastened securely to faceplates or between centers (R 408.12796).

• Antikickback aprons must be provided at no expense to the employee and must be used wherematerial can be kicked back (R 408.12798).

• Loose flowing garments, sleeves, and neckties may not be worn by operators of woodworkingmachines. Operators should not wear gloves while they are operating woodworking machines (R408.12798).

• Abrasive wheels must be stored so that they are protected from damage and kept dry. They mustbe disbursed on a first-in first-out basis (R 408.10111).

• Machine spindles must meet certain requirements for size and threads (R 408.10115).

• Michigan's guarding requirements, which differ significantly from the federal standard andinclude more exceptions, must be met (R 408.10121 – R 408.10129).

• Michigan's requirements for flanges, which differ significantly from the federal standard, mustbe met (R 408.10141 – R 408.10143).

• Michigan's mounting requirements, which are much more detailed than the federal standard,must be met (R 408.10154 – R 408.10159).

• Michigan's requirements for wheel and spindle speed on abrasive wheel machinery, for whichthere is no federal equivalent, must be met (R 408.10173 – R 408.10177).

• Michigan's requirements for operation and maintenance of abrasive wheel machines, for whichthere is no federal equivalent, must be met (R 408.10181 – R 408.10187).

Mills and Calenders in Rubber and Plastic Industries

Forging Machines


• Illumination must be provided to maintain a minimum intensity of 20 foot-candles at an mill andcalendar operator’s work station (R 408.16515).

• Exposed hot surfaces for mill and calendar operations, except for the mill and calender rolls,must be insulated or guarded by a barrier (R 408.16523).

• A braking or safety device for a mill or calender must be inspected and tested weekly, inaccordance with certain requirements (R 408.16527(2)).

• Lubrication of mill and calendar machinery must be accomplished in accordance with certainrequirements (R 408.16528).

• Steam systems for mill and calendar operations must be designed and operated in accordancewith certain requirements (R 408.16531).

• Forging machinery and equipment must be provided with a minimum of 15 foot-candles ofillumination (R 408.14224(1)).

• Where lead is used in a forge or die shop, a sign must be posted in the work area prohibitingeating in the area and calling attention to dangers of oral ingestion of lead dust from hands andclothing (R 408.14226(d)).

• A guard must be attached to the side of the moving head of a bulldozer and must extend past thestationary head to prevent persons from stepping between the dies. Other guarding methods thatoffer equal protection may be used (R 408.14263).

• The manufacturer's recommended maximum size and specification of material being sheared ona power (billet) shear during forging operations may not be exceeded (R 408.14267(2)).

• Tumbling barrels must comply with the following requirements (R 408.14269(1)):

– Tumbling barrels must have dust-tight barrel fittings, or the barrel must be enclosed in anexhaust booth.

– Tumbling barrels must be locked in place while being loaded or unloaded.

– Tumbling barrels must have a barrier across the front that is interlocked to prevent themachine from starting if it is not in place.

• Billet heating furnaces must comply with the following requirements (R 408.14273):

– A billet heating furnace must be equipped with an automatic valve on the main fuel line thatwill shut off in case of electrical or fuel supply failure.

– Radiant heat from a billet furnace must be controlled by certain methods.

– A billet furnace must be provided with an exhaust system.

Mechanical Power-Transmission Equipment

Additional State Requirements


• Unlike the federal standard, the Michigan standard does not exempt certain narrow belts fromcoverage (R 408.10701).

• An exposed discharge of an exhaust pipe or boiler blowoff must be guarded (R 408.10715).

Michigan also has general industry standards for a variety of machinery for which there is no federalequivalent. The following types of equipment are covered:

• polishing, buffing, and abrading—R 408.11101 – R 408.11137;

• conveyors—R 408.11401 – R 408.11461;

• refuse packer units—R 408.11701 – R 408.11732;

• die casting equipment—R 408.14501 – R 408.14561;

• powered groundskeeping equipment—R 408.15401 – R 408.15461;

• metalworking machinery—R 408.12601 – R 408.12650; and

• hydraulic power presses—R 408.12301 – R 408.12316.

16. Handheld Tools

Storage and Handling

Inspection

Modification



Michigan's General Industry Safety Standards covering hand and powered tools are contained in Part 38of the general industry standards. The following additions or exceptions to the federal standard apply inMichigan.

• A hand tool or portable powered tool must be stored in a manner that prevents any damage thatwould make the tool unsafe for use (R 408.13821(1)).

• A sharp or pointed tool, such as but not limited to chisels, drill bits, and awls, must be carried inone of the following ways (R 408.13821(2)):

– with the edges or points protected;

– in a tool tray;

– in a cart;

– in a sheath; or

– in the hand with the sharp edges turned away from the body.

• When stored in a rack or bin, a sharp or pointed tool must have the sharp edge or point inwardor otherwise protected or stored to prevent injury (R 408.13821(3)).

• A portable pneumatic grinder not legibly marked with the manufacturer's rated speed must notbe used (R 408.13822(1)).

• A tool must be inspected visually by the employee using the tool for safe operation before dailyuse, and, when found defective, the tool must be removed from service (R 408.13822(2)).

• A tool and its power source must not be modified, except by an authorized and trained employeeor qualified outside service (R 408.13824).

Hand Tools

Miscellaneous

Knives

Pliers

Screwdrivers

Wrenches


• An axe, hatchet, hammer, or maul handle must be replaced when it becomes cracked, broken, orsplintered. A wood handle must be secured with wedges or equivalent means (R 408.13834).

• A chisel, punch, star drill, drift pin, or wedge with a metal striking end must not be used whenthe end becomes mushroomed. The striking end must be ground with a crowned radius andbeveled edge (R 408.13835(1)).

• The working end of a chisel, punch, star drill, drift pin, or wedge must be maintained asdesigned (R 408.13835(2)).

• A file or rasp with a tang must be equipped with a handle fitted and secured to the tang, when inuse (R 408.13836).

• A fixed blade knife must be carried in a sheath, in a tray, or by other equivalent protectivemeans (R 408.13840(1)).

• A folding knife that cannot be locked in place must not be used in a manner where the bladecould fold on the fingers (R 408.13840(2)).

• Pliers with sprung jaws, a worn face, or worn joint pin must be replaced (R 408.13841).

• An object being worked on with a screwdriver must not be held in the hand, on the lap, or underthe arm, except when protection is afforded by the object or other means (R 408.13843(1)).

• A screwdriver used for electrical work must be equipped with a nonconductive handle. Theshank and fasteners must not project through the handle (R 408.13843(2)).

• A blade-type screwdriver must be maintained with a flat tip at right angles to the shank and musthave almost parallel faces (R 408.13843(3)).

• A screwdriver with one of the following defects must not be used (R 408.13843(4)):

– split or broken handle;

– cracked or broken blade;

– loose shank in handle;

– worn blade; or,

– bent shank of a straight screwdriver.

• A wrench with spread, distorted, or cracked jaws must not be used (R 408.13844(1)).

• A wrench must not be subjected to hammering unless it is designed for that purpose (R408.13844(2)).

Chain Falls or Hoists and Pullers

Hot Sticks


• A chain fall or hoist and puller must not be used at more than its rated capacity (R408.13845(1)).

• The capacity of a chain fall or hoist and puller must be permanently labeled or marked on it (R408.13845(2)).

• An accessory, such as a chain or cable used to secure or support a chain fall or hoist and puller,must have a capacity of not less than the chain fall or hoist and puller (R 408.13845(3)).

• An object subject to a lift or pull by a chain fall must have the capacity to absorb the lift or pullwithout creating a hazard to an employee in the area (R 408.13845(4)).

• A chain fall or hoist and puller must be secured to an anchorage. The load must be attached tothe chain fall or hoist and puller in a manner that will prevent inadvertent disengagement (R408.13846(1)).

• When a chain fall or hoist and puller are under tension of a load, a positive action must berequired to release the tension (R 408.13846(2)).

• A hoist and puller lever handle must not be operated with an extension handle except asfurnished by the manufacturer (R 408.13846(3)).

• A chain fall or hoist and puller must be visually inspected for observable defects before each jobuse by the employee using the tool (R 408.13846(4)).

• A hot stick and any tool attached to it must be clean and inspected for damage before use (R408.13847(1)).

• A hot stick that has been damaged must not be used until replaced or repaired by aknowledgeable employee or an outside service and tested to meet the requirements of R408.13847(3) (R 408.13847(2)).

• A new hot stick purchased after the effective date of R 408.13847 must not be used unless it hasbeen certified and labeled by the manufacturer to meet following standards (R 408.13847(3)):

– fiberglass: 100,000 volts per foot of length for 5 minutes, or any equivalent test; and

– wood: 75,000 volts per foot of length for 3 minutes, or any equivalent test.

• A hot stick must be stored in a manner to protect it from damage. A hot stick made of woodmust be protected from moisture (R 408.13847(4)).

• A hot stick must not be used in excess of the rated capacity certified by the manufacturer (R408.13847(5)).

• When live-line tools are used, the minimum working distance and minimum clear hot stickdistance prescribed in R 408.13847(7) Table 1 must be met (R 408.13847(6) ).

Portable Powered Tools


Portable Pneumatic Grinders

Portable Powered Staplers or Nailers


• An electrically powered tool must have an approved ground unless it is double-insulated andcarries a permanent label or mark stating that it is double-insulated (R 408.13861(1)).

• Hose connections must have a positive-locking action or the connecting sections must have asafety chain to restrain any whipping action if the sections become disconnected (R408.13861(4)).

• An air supply line must be regulated to maintain the pressure at not more than the pneumatictool rating (R 408.13861(5)).

• Safety devices and operating controls must not be made inoperative (R 408.13861(6)).

• A portable pneumatic grinder must be operated at a speed of not more than the grinder's ratedspeed (R 408.13864(1)).

• A line supplying air to a portable pneumatic grinder regulated by a governor must be equippedwith a filter to remove water, oil and, dirt (R 408.13864(2)).

• A portable pneumatic grinder regulated by a governor must be provided with a continuouslubrication means (R 408.13864(3)).

• A portable powered stapler or nailer that is capable of driving a fastener with a diameter morethan 0.45 inch (18 gauge A.W.G.) at more than 75 feet per second must be designed so thatoperator is required to make not less than two separate operations to activate the tool, with oneoperation being to place the tool against the work surface (R 408.13865(1)).

• The design of a portable powered stapler or nailer must prevent discharge of the stapler duringloading or when dropped (R 408.13865(2)).

• A portable powered stapler or nailer must not be pointed or discharged at any object other thanthe work piece (R 408.13865(3)).

• The operator of a portable powered stapler or nailer and those employees within the strikingdistance of its fastener must be provided with and use eye protection as prescribed in R408.13301 et seq. (R 408.13865(4)).

• A positive actuation of the operator must be required to propel each fastener from a poweredstapler or nailer (R 408.13865(5)).

• When relieving a jam-up of a fastening device, the source of power must be disconnected (R408.13865(6)).

• At the beginning of each shift, a portable powered stapler and nailer must be tested for safeoperation (R 408.13865(7)).

• Safety devices and operating controls must not be made inoperative (R 408.13865(8)).

Pneumatic-Powered Angle Nut Runner

Powder-Actuated Tools


• A pneumatic-powered angle nut runner with a trigger-type operating control must have thecontrol located so that the reaction force of the runner does not create additional pressure on thetrigger (R 408.13866(1)).

• A mechanical means must be provided to absorb torque reaction of a stall-type tool that is usedin any of the following circumstances (R 408.13866(2)):

– The resultant sustained force on an operator of an angle head nut runner or an inline toolwith dual offset handles is more than 50 pounds.

– The reaction torque from an inline nut runner with a single offset handle is more than 100inch-pounds.

– The reaction torque of an inline nut runner without an offset handle is more than 30 inch-pounds.

• A powered nut runner other than a stall type must be provided with a device, such as a reactionbar, when the reaction force on the operator is such that the operator cannot control the tool (R408.13866(3)).

• An employer who uses powder-actuated tools must establish and maintain, at the place ofemployment, a list or other record of employees qualified and trained to operate powder-actuatedtools of the type provided by the employer (R 408.13872(1)).

• An employee who operates powder-actuated tools must receive training and instruction from oneof the following (R 408.13873):

– a dealer or distributor of powder-actuated tools who has been authorized by the toolmanufacturer to provide such training;

– an authorized employee of a powder-actuated tool manufacturer;

– an employer or an authorized employer representative.

• A powder-actuated tool that is found not to be in proper working order or that develops a defectduring use must be immediately removed from service, tagged, and not used until repaired. Thetag must be as prescribed in R 408.13731 (R 408.13872(3)).

• The employer must have a defective powder-actuated tool repaired only by an authorizedrepairperson (R 408.13872(4)).

• The training of an employee to use a powder-actuated tool must, at a minimum, include thefollowing items (R 408.13873(1)):

– cleaning;

– inspection;

– operation;

– use limitations;

– power levels;

– misfire procedure.

• Before approving an employee as an operator of a powder-actuated tool, the employer must havethe employee demonstrate competence by actually operating the powder-actuated tool in a safemanner (R 408.13873(2)).

Fuel-Powered Tools


Chain Saws


• The power level for cased or caseless loads must be identified by a color and numbering systemas prescribed in R 408.13874 Table 2, except that caseless loads are limited to power levels 1 to6. The combination of the case color and load color must designate the load level. Both theexplosive load and the carton or box must provide visual indication of the load level (R408.13874(1)).

• Studs or other fasteners used in a powder-actuated tool must be only those specificallymanufactured for use in such tools (R 408.13874(2)).

• Misfired cartridges must be placed carefully in a container filled with water and must bedisposed of in a safe manner (R 408.13875(2)).

• A fuel-powered tool must be stopped while being refuelled, serviced, or maintained (R408.13881(1)).

• A fuel-powered tool must not be operated in an enclosed area, unless the toxic fumes are belowthe maximum allowable limits prescribed by the Michigan Department of Public Health in R325.2430 (R 408.13881(2)).

• Where refueling is done with a portable container, the container must be an approved safety canwith an automatic closing cap and flame arrestor (R 408.13881(3)).

• A chain saw must be used only for cutoff work such as cutting trees, limbs, poles, and beams. Achain saw must not be used to open a hole in a solid object such as a floor, wall, or panel. Chainsaws that are specifically designed for firefighting operations to cut holes in roofs, floors, andwalls are exempt from this rule (R 408.13882(1)).

• A chain saw must be equipped with a positive-type on-off ignition switch that is convenientlylocated to allow the operator to move it into the off position without relinquishing his or her gripon the saw (R 408.13882(2)).

• A manual chain oiler control, if provided on a chain saw, must be located so that it can beoperated without relinquishing a secure grip on the saw (R 408.13882(3)).

• An engine throttle control, if provided on a chain saw, must be located so that it can be operatedwithout relinquishing a secure grip on the saw (R 408.13882(4)).

• A chain saw must have a guard that protects the throttle lever from casual contact from brush orother foreign objects (R 408.13882(5)).

• A chain saw that is equipped with a centrifugal clutch must have a throttle control, carburetor,and clutch system so that the engine idle speed becomes lower than the clutch engagement speedif the throttle control is released, thereby allowing the chain to come to a complete stop (R408.13882(6)).

• A chain saw's moving parts, such as a flywheel, rotating screen, or clutch, must be guarded. Asaw's chain must be guarded adjacent to the handle area and the sawdust must be directed awayfrom the operator (R 408.13882(7)).


• A saw's chain must be stopped if it is not being used for sawing (R 408.13882(8)).

• A chain saw must be carried by the top handle with the guide bar to the rear (R 408.13882(9)).

• A chain saw must not be started within 10 feet of the place where it was refuelled (R408.13882(10)).

17. Welding, Cutting, and Brazing



Michigan’s requirements for welding, cutting, and brazing are found in Part 12 of the General IndustrySafety Standards and also in Part 529 of the General Industry Health Standards. Although organizeddifferently, the state’s requirements are generally consistent with the federal regulations for welding,cutting, and brazing in 29 CFR 1910 Subpart Q (29 CFR 1910.251 – 1910.255), with the followingdifferences:

• The state requires conformance with NFPA 50-1971, Bulk Oxygen Systems, for liquid orgaseous oxygen storage systems over 20,000 cubic feet (R 408.11222).

• The total volume of acetylene used per hour is limited to 1/7 of the total volume of the acetylenesupply in the system (R 408.11244(5)).

• Parallel gas hoses must be color-coded as follows (R 408.11253(3)):

– red: fuel gases;

– green: oxygen;

– black: inert gas or air.

• When an arc welding machine is operated without being connected to a load, the open circuitvoltage must be restricted to certain limits (R 408.11272(1)).

• Arc welding equipment working through resistors from DC trolley voltages of 250 to 600 voltsmust have protective devices for automatically disconnecting the power during arc off periods (R408.11272(3)).

• The work on which arc welding is performed must be properly grounded (R 408.11274(2)).

• Arc welding machines must be disconnected when being moved and must be turned off whennot in use (R 408.11275(2)).

• Electrodes must be retracted or removed when not in use. Electrode holders must be placed in asafe position when not in use (R 408.11275(3)).

• A welder must not let live electrodes or holders touch his/her bare skin or damp clothing (R408.11275(4)).

• Electrode holders may not be cooled by immersion in water (R 408.11275(5)).

• Arc welding may not be performed where chlorinated hydrocarbon vapors are present, unlessspecific ventilation and personal protective equipment is provided (R 408.11275(6)).

• Resistance welding equipment must be inspected at least annually (R 408.11281(1)).

Note: The federal standard calls for “periodic” inspections.

• Each resistance welding operation must be analyzed and safeguarded appropriately (R408.11281(1)).

• The external weld control circuit for portable resistance spot or seam welding equipment mustoperate at a minimum of 36 volts (R 408.11282(1)).

• The vent pipe on an acetylene generator must be made of galvanized iron or steel (R408.11292(5)).

18. Electrical Safety



Michigan has adopted the federal requirements for Design Safety Standards for Electrical Systems at 29CFR 1910.302 – 1910.308 and 1910.399 at Part 39 of the state's general industry standards.

Michigan’s standard for work practices for electrical safety is found at Part 40 of the general industrystandards. The requirements are essentially the same as those in the federal standards at 29 CFR1910.331 – 1910.335, with the following differences:

• The Michigan standard does not require a written copy of lockout/tagout procedures whenworking on or near exposed deenergized parts (R 408.14004).

• The following additional steps must be followed, in the order presented, before circuits orequipment is reenergized, even temporarily (R 408.14004(10)):

– Employees who are exposed to the hazards associated with reenergizing the circuit orequipment must be warned to stay clear.

– Each lock must be removed by the employee who applied it or by an employee who is underhis/her direct supervision.

– If the employee who applied the lock is absent from the workplace and the lock must beremoved, the removal may be done by a qualified person who is designated to perform thistask. Before the lock is removed, the employer must confirm that the employee who appliedthe lock is not available at the workplace. The employer must also ensure that the originalemployee is aware that the lock has been removed before he/she resumes work at thatworkplace.

19. Toxic and Hazardous Substances

Air Contaminants



The Michigan standards corresponding to the federal regulations for toxic and hazardous substances (29CFR 1910 Subpart Z) are found in the state health standards.

Michigan has adopted the following rules for specific chemicals or hazards, all of which closely followtheir federal counterparts:

• methylenedianiline (MDA): R 325.50051;

• 1,3-butadiene: R 325.50091;

• coke oven emissions: R 325.50101;

• hexavalent chromium: R 325.50141;

• ethylene oxide: R 325.51151;

• formaldehyde: R 325.51451;

• acrylonitrile: R 325.51501;

• inorganic arsenic: R 325.51601;

• methylene chloride: R 325.51651;

• cadmium: R 325.51851;

• lead: R 325.51901;

• benzene: R 325.77101; and

• bloodborne infectious diseases: R 325.70001.

Michigan also has significant differences in some areas of the state regulations. Due to these differencesand the complexity of the toxic and hazardous substances requirements, the applicable Michiganrequirements and standards should be carefully reviewed prior to implementing actions that are subjectto them. The following summary indicates the additional Michigan requirements, organized by federalsubject area.

Michigan’s air contaminants requirements are generally similar to the federal standard, with thefollowing exceptions:

• Michigan’s air contaminants table has three different categories of limits: 8-hour time-weightedaverage (TWA), short-term limit (STEL), and ceiling. The STEL is based on a 15-minute time-weighted average (R 325.51108).

Note: The federal limits refer only to TWA and ceiling.

• Many of Michigan’s air contaminant limits are more stringent than the corresponding federallimits (R 325.51103). R 325.51108 Table G-1-A, “Exposure Limits for Air Contaminants,” canbe found online at http://www.michigan.gov/documents/lara/lara_miosha_part301_426873_7.pdf.

http://www.michigan.gov/documents/lara/lara_miosha_part301_426873_7.pdf

13 Carcinogens

Asbestos

Lead-Based Paint


Michigan’s requirements for carcinogens are found in R 325.35001 – R 325.35011. The requirementsgenerally follow the federal standard, with the following additions:

• Research and quality control activities involving the use of a carcinogen are subject to certainrequirements relating to ventilation, waste disposal, inventory of carcinogens, and work practices(R 325.35003(8)).

• A daily roster of employees entering regulated areas must be established and maintained. Therosters or a summary of the rosters must be retained for 20 years (R 325.35004(1)).

The federal OSHA rules at 29 CFR 1910.1001 apply in Michigan. In addition, Michigan hasincorporated the U.S. EPA regulations for Hazardous Air Pollutants (including asbestos) at 40 CFR 61(R 336.1942). The Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) administers state notification andinspection regulations relating to asbestos abatement, which follow the federal requirements. TheDepartment of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA), Michigan Occupational Health and SafetyAdministration (MIOSHA) administers requirements for licensing, certification, and training. Keyprovisions include the following:

• Asbestos abatement contractors must be licensed (338.3101 et seq.).

• Asbestos workers must be certified (338.3401 et seq.).

Note: Certification and licensing can be verified through the state's “verify and search” websiteat http://www.dleg.state.mi.us/asbestos_program/.

Michigan’s lead requirements are codified at R 325.99101 – R 325.99409 and generally follow thefederal regulations. The state's regulations generally mirror and incorporate the federal regulations at 40CFR 745 and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Guidelines forEvaluation and Control of Lead-based Paint Hazards in Housing. Michigan also follows the OSHAstandard for lead exposure in construction at 29 CFR 1926.62 (R 325.51992). The Michigan Departmentof Community Health oversees the state's requirements, which apply only to target housing and child-occupied facilities.

http://www.dleg.state.mi.us/asbestos_program/

Ionizing Radiation

Access to Employee Exposure and Medical Records

Hazard Communication


The state does not have an agreement with NRC to regulate source material (uranium and thorium),reactor fission byproducts, and quantities of special nuclear materials not sufficient to form a criticalmass. Therefore, the NRC regulations apply. The Michigan Department of Environmental Quality(DEQ), Radioactive Materials Unit is responsible for licensing of radioactive materials that are notcovered by NRC. The DEQ regulations are found at R 325.5001a et seq. The Department of Licensingand Regulatory Affairs (LARA), Bureau of Health Systems’ Radiation Safety Section is responsible forregistration and inspection of radiation machines and facilities.

In addition, MIOSHA has regulations for ionizing radiation at R 325.60601a et seq.. These regulationsare identical to the federal regulations at 29 CFR 1910.1096, except for the following:

• Special standards regarding the use of radiation equipment must be posted and followed inmachine rooms in pulp, paper, and paperboard mills (R 325.60617).

• The use of X-rays and radioactive isotopes for inspection of welded transmission pipeline jointsand welded mechanical piping system joints must be carried out in accordance with ANSI Z54.1,“Safety Standard for Nonmedical X-ray and Sealed Gamma-ray Sources” (R 325.60618).

Michigan's standard for medical record retention and trade secrets is found at R 325.3451 – R 325.3476.The Michigan requirements are essentially identical to the federal standard (29 CFR 1910.1020).

Michigan has promulgated hazard communication regulations at Part 92 of the general industrystandards and at Part 430 of the health standards. These rules adopt the requirements of two federalregulations—29 CFR 1910.1200 (hazard communication) and 29 CFR 1910.1201 (retention of DOTmarkings, placards, and labels)—and are identical to the federal regulations. Sections of the MichiganOccupational Safety and Health Act also contain further requirements related to Right-to-Know(408.1014a – 408.1014m). The following additional requirements apply:

• Employers subject to the hazard communication standard must post signs throughout theworkplace advising employees of all of the following:

– the location of the safety data sheets (SDSs) for the hazardous chemicals produced or used inthe workplace and the name of the person from whom to obtain the sheets (408.1014j(a));

– that the employer is prohibited from discharging or discriminating against an employee whorequests information about hazardous chemicals (408.1014j(b));

– that, as an alternative to requesting an SDS from the employer, the employee may obtain acopy of the SDS from the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA)(408.1014j(c)); and

– the address and telephone number of the division of the LARA that has the responsibility torespond to such requests (408.1014j(c)).

Chemical Hygiene Standards


• Employers must post a notice of a newly received or revised SDS, along with directions forwhere to find the sheet, no later than 5 working days after the sheet's receipt. The notice mustremain posted for 10 working days (408.1014k(2)).

• Employers must identify the contents of pipes or piping systems that contain a hazardouschemical in one of several specific ways (408.1014c).

The Michigan standard for hazardous work in laboratories is found at Part 431 of the health standards R325.70101 et seq.. It generally follows the federal standard at 29 CFR 1910.1450. However, theMichigan standard specifically states that certain other occupational health and safety standards alsoapply to laboratory operations (R 325.70101(3)).

20. Special Industries

Telecommunications

Electric Power Generation, Transmission, and Distribution

Logging Operations


***The Agency Contact Information section of this Michigan summary contains addresses,phone and fax numbers, and web sites of allorganizations identified below.***

The Michigan regulations for special industries are significantly different from those in the federalregulations at 29 CFR 1910 Subpart R (29 CFR 1910.261 – 1910.272). Most state standards are moredetailed than their federal counterparts. In addition, Michigan regulates a number of industries for whichthere is no comparable federal standard. The state requirements for special industries are discussedbelow.

Michigan has adopted the federal standard for telecommunications at 29 CFR 1910.268, with minoramendments. The state regulations are found in Rule 50 of the General Industry Standards. Thefollowing additional requirements apply:

• Vehicles fueled by liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) may be stored or serviced inside garages ifthere are no leaks in the fuel system and the fuel tanks are not filled beyond the specifiedmaximum filling capacity (R 408.43003(1)).

• Vehicles fueled by LPG that are being repaired in garages must have the container shutoff valveclosed except when fuel is required for engine operation (R 408.43003(2)).

• Vehicles fueled by LPG may not be parked near sources of ignition or near open pits, unless thepits are adequately ventilated (R 408.43003(3)).

• Trolley and side rolling ladders must comply with certain construction requirements (R408.43004).

Michigan has adopted the federal standard for electric power generation at 29 CFR 1910.269, withminor administrative amendments. There are no additional state requirements.

The MIOSHA regulations for the logging industry are contained in Rule 51. They are organizedsomewhat differently than the federal standard (29 CFR 1910.266) and include some different wording.Key differences include the following:

• Supervision and inspections are required to enforce compliance with logging regulations (R408.15113(c)).

• Logging employees may not work alone on felling or skidding operations (R 408.15113(d)).

• A faller or bucker in the logging industry must not work beyond hearing range of anotheremployee unless a procedure has been established for periodically checking on the faller orbucker during the course of the work day (R 408.15152).

Sawmills

Laundry Machinery and Operations


• A person working near moving logging machinery must wear close-fitting, fastened clothing (R408.15121).

• Slasher saws and buzz saws used in logging must meet certain requirements (R 408.15137 – R408.15138).

The MIOSHA regulations for the sawmill industry are contained in Rule 52. They are organizedsomewhat differently than the federal standard (29 CFR 1910.265) and include some different wording.Key differences include the following:

• Employers are required to provide and employees are required to wear the personal protectiveequipment in sawmills. This equipment includes head protection for use at all times outside theoffice, eye protection, and a life jacket for employees working over water (R 408.15211).

The MIOSHA regulations for laundry and dry cleaning machinery operations are contained in Rule 71.They are significantly more detailed than the federal standard (29 CFR 1910.264). Key differencesinclude the following:

• Illumination must be provided at the operator’s work station to maintain a minimum intensity of20 foot-candles in laundry operations (R 408.17121).

• For laundry operations, an aisle for combined usage of employees and powered stock-movingequipment must be 3 feet wider than the widest load moved. The outline of the aisle must bemarked or otherwise indicated (R 408.17122).

• In all instances of lubrication, the requirements of R 408.10732 must be followed for laundrymachinery (R 408.17125).

• Steam and hot water pipes and surfaces of machinery used in laundry operations that wouldcause burns if contacted (except those surfaces coming in contact with the fabric beingprocessed) must be covered with a heat-resistive or insulating material or must be guarded by abarrier (R 408.17126).

• Steam valves to laundry machinery must be cracked open for several minutes and then openedslowly to avoid uneven expansion of a pressure chamber (R 408.17128(1)).

• A hydraulic system of piping, hose, and its component parts must have a designed safety factorof 4 for laundry machinery (R 408.17129).

• Fabrics that contain a combustible vapor or fluid must be maintained at least 25 feet from spark-producing laundry equipment or open flame or must be rinsed in cold water before comingcloser to the equipment or flame (R 408.17130(1)).

• Tilt mechanisms, hoists, and screw conveyors used in laundry machines must meet certainrequirements (R 408.17131).

• Marking machines, label removers, washing machines, extractors, combinationwashers/extractors, power wringers, starching machines, tumblers, steam drying boxes,dampening machines, beaters, folding machines, rollers and unrollers, ironers, laundry presses,vertical pants pressers, vertical coverall or shirt pressers, sewing machines, hot patch machines,and tying machines must all meet certain requirements (R 408.17141 – R 408.17160).

• Additional special requirements must be met for dry cleaning operations (R 408.17161 – R408.17163).

Baking Operations

Automotive Service Operations


The MIOSHA regulations for baking operations are contained in Rule 81. They are significantly moredetailed than the federal standard (29 CFR 1910.263). Key differences include the following:

• Illumination in baking operations must be provided at the work station to maintain a minimumintensity of 20 foot-candles (R 408.18113).

• For baking operations, an aisle for combined usage of employees and stock-moving equipmentmust be 2 feet wider than the widest load moved. In a place of employment with less than 10employees producing hand-crafted products in the production area, the aisle itself must be notless than 30 inches wide. The aisle must be defined (R 408.18114(2)).

• Power controls and motors in baking operations must meet certain requirements relating tolockout/tagout, prevention of automatic restart, guarding from accidental actuation, emergencystops, and protection from flour dust (R 408.18115).

• Machine installations in bakery operations must meet certain requirements relating to grounding,securing, layout, and door handles (R 408.18116).

• Employees required to work in an explosive atmosphere in baking operations must usenonsparking maintenance and cleaning tools to prevent static and mechanical sparking (R408.18117).

• Flour dust must be removed at least monthly from ledges, beams, sills, machinery, andequipment in the make up and flour storage areas of baking operations. Flour and dough must beremoved from the floor or platform of the work station at least daily (R 408.18119).

• All machinery used in baking operations must meet certain requirements (R 408.18121 – R408.18182).

Michigan has a special standard for Automotive Service Operations at Part 72 of the General IndustrySafety Standards. This standard includes the requirements for servicing multi-piece and single-piece rimwheels, which are covered in the federal standards at 29 CFR 1910.177. However, the Michiganstandard is much broader in scope, applying to the safe maintenance and operation of equipment in,around, and about places of employment where vehicles or tire and wheel assemblies are serviced,repaired, and salvaged. The standard covers automobile tires, as well as those used on large vehicles.The following general requirements apply:

• Personal protective equipment such as eye protection, gloves, boots, and respirators must besupplied and used as dictated by the hazards of the work. In addition, certain articles of apparelsuch as cloth shoes, open sandals, and exposed rings and necklaces must not be worn in thework area (R 408.17213).

• A minimum of 25 foot-candles of lighting must be provided where hazardous work is conducted(R 408.17221).

• The installation of machinery and equipment must comply with certain requirements (R408.17222).

• Good housekeeping must be maintained (R 408.17223).

• Ventilation and air receivers must comply with certain requirements (R 408.17224).

• Flammables, including paints and coatings, must be handled safely (R 408.17225).

Tree and Shrub Services

Plastic Molding

Foundries

Oil and Gas Drilling and Servicing Operations


• An employee adjusting or testing the tension of a belt, or installing or removing a belt on avehicle, must do so only when the motor is off and without turning the engine over (R408.17226).

• Cranes, winches, hoists, and chain falls must be installed and used in accordance with certainrequirements (R 408.17232).

• Wreckers must be equipped and operated in accordance with certain requirements (R408.17233).

• A vehicle being serviced, adjusted, or repaired while the motor is running must have 2 wheelschocked from the front and rear, or have the parking brake set, or have other vehicle restraintcontrols provided and used (R 408.17234).

• Radiators and gas tanks must be serviced in accordance with certain requirements (R408.17241).

• When a transmission is removed or replaced from below a vehicle, a cradle-type device must beused to hold and carry the transmission (R 408.17243).

• Extractors and wringers must be equipped and operated in accordance with certain requirements(R 408.17245).

• Car wash conveyors must be equipped and operated in accordance with certain requirements (R408.17246).

• Automotive lift devices must be equipped, inspected, and operated in accordance with certainrequirements (R 408.17251 – R 408.17253).

Michigan has regulations for tree trimming and removal in Rule 53 of the General Industry Standards(R 408.15301 – R 408.15363). These regulations duplicate some of the requirements of both federal andstate regulations for the Telecommunications industry and the Electric Power Generation, Transmission,and Distribution industry. However, the standard is much broader in scope than both federal and staterequirements for these industries. There is no federal equivalent.

Michigan has regulations for plastic molding that apply to blow molding, foam molding, compressionand transfer molding, injection molding, extrusion, expansion molding, rotation molding, vacuummolding, sealing, heating, granulating, and welding of plastics. The regulations do not apply to blister-,skin-, or shrink-packaging processes. The regulations are found in Rule 62 of the General IndustryStandards (R 408.16201 – R 408.16251). There is no federal equivalent.

Michigan has regulations for foundries in Rule 44 of the General Industry Standards (R 408.14401 – R408.14498). There is no federal equivalent.

Michigan has regulations for oil and gas drilling and servicing operations in Rule 57 of the GeneralIndustry Standards (R 408.15701 – R 408.15771). There is no federal equivalent.

Regulatory Differences Checklist

SDO MICHIGAN Checklist C-1 - 10/17

MICHIGAN

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MICHIGAN Recordkeeping

• State differences that are annotated with the symbol are information-only items. The

• State differences that are annotated with the symbol are external references. Relatively little

• State differences that are annotated with the symbol indicate that this is an item related to


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This checklist links each MICHIGAN regulatory requirement in the Recordkeeping rulebook to itsclosest federal regulatory equivalent. It has been designed for use with the corresponding federal auditguide. For ease of reference, the state differences presented here are numbered both sequentially (in the“#” column) and in terms of the number that links them to the specific analogous question in the federalguide (in the “Fed-Ref” column). Note that section titles in this checklist are identical with the sectiontitles used in the federal guide.

Many state differences refer to a specific paragraph statement in the federal audit guide; the number ofthat federal paragraph statement appears in the Fed-Ref column. At times, however, more than one statedifference may link to the same federal paragraph; here the number of that federal paragraph statementappears in the Fed-Ref multiple times. In still other cases, the state difference does not link to a specificquestion in the federal guide, rather it relates to an entire federal rulebook section; these items have theletter S in the Link column along with the section number.

Some state differences have no similar federal requirement to which they refer; these items appear in a“No Similar Federal Requirement” category. Other state differences have no corresponding federalchecklist to which they can be linked; these items are grouped in the “No Corresponding FederalChecklist” category.

We have classified each state difference in terms of how it can best be used for ongoing compliancemanagement and support of an auditing, checking, and corrective action effort.

• State differences that can be audited are accompanied by the terminology N/A, Complies, Does NotComply. These items have been specifically structured for a response of this type during a self-assessment or audit.

information presented here may relate to the status of a state program, give some useful insights intostate approaches to regulatory performance and reporting, or describe the structure of stateregulations.

detail is provided in this state difference guide other than the existence of the state program orregulations, combined with a reference at which more details about this issue can be found. In thiscase, the auditor or compliance manager will have to do further facility-specific investigation todetermine the extent to which this topic relates to the facility in question.

applicability (including potential exemptions from a particular regulatory requirement). The userneeds to use the information provided (often supplemented with further information from other partsof OSHA Auditing Federal Compliance Guide (Facilities) or other sources) to determine whether ornot a regulatory requirement or related issue applies in that situation.

No MICHIGAN Differences






1. Posting Requirements

2. Recordkeeping Requirements

3. Limited Recordkeeping Requirements for Certain Employers

4. Recording Criteria

5. State and Local Requirements

MICHIGAN Walking and Working Surfaces





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This checklist links each MICHIGAN regulatory requirement in the Walking and Working Surfacesrulebook to its closest federal regulatory equivalent. It has been designed for use with the correspondingfederal audit guide. For ease of reference, the state differences presented here are numbered bothsequentially (in the “#” column) and in terms of the number that links them to the specific analogousquestion in the federal guide (in the “Fed-Ref” column). Note that section titles in this checklist areidentical with the section titles used in the federal guide.








MI 1-1

MI 2-1


1. General Requirements

# FedRef State Difference

1.2 All machinery must meet requirements forsafe layout, including aisle widths (R408.12711, R 408.12712, R 408.14222, R408.16517(3), and R 408.16521(2)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

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2. Ladders


2.1 A ladder must be inspected before use,particularly after it has fallen or beeninvolved in an accident. Ladders must berepaired or replaced if any of the followingdefects are found (R 408.10443(1)):

– large splits or gouges (see R408.10443(1)(a) and R 408.10443(1)(b)for details);

– worn, crushed, cracked, split, splintered,or missing rungs, steps, tops, orplatforms;

– loose rungs or steps that allowlongitudinal play of ¾ inch in the rails;or

– bent or broken guide irons, spreaders, orlocks.

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

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MI 2-2 2.1 A person may not stand astride a ladder andanother object (R 408.10445(6)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□MI 2-3 2.1 When people carry objects up ladders, one

hand must be kept free to maintain balanceand security (R 408.10446(5)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□MI 2-4 2.2 The strength of metal parts and fittings used

in a portable wood ladder must not be lessthan the design requirements for the ladderitself (R 408.10421(1)).

MI 2-5 2.2 The wood parts of portable ladders mustcomply with ANSI A.14.1-1975 (R408.10421(2)).


2. Ladders


MI 2-6 2.2 The maximum lengths of portable rungladders are different from those allowed inthe federal standard (R 408.10427(2)).

MI 2-7 2.2 The minimum overlap of adjacent sectionsof a 2- or 3-section portable rung extensionladder becomes 4 feet at a ladder length of32 inches (the federal standard is 36 inches).A positive means must be provided toensure this overlap (R 408.10428(2) and R408.10428(3)).

N/A.

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Complies.

□

Does NotComply

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MI 2-8 2.2 A special-purpose ladder used as a stepladder, a single or extension ladder, a trestleladder, or any other ladder type mustcomply with the requirements for that typeof ladder (R 408.10431(2)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

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MI 2-9 2.2 A special-purpose ladder may be used bymore than one employee if specificallydesigned for that purpose (R 408.10431(3)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□MI 2-10 2.2 A platform step ladder must comply with

the requirements for a type I or type II stepladder. The platform must be capable ofsupporting a load of 200 pounds placed atany point (R 408.10431(4)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

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MI 2-11 2.2 A type II step ladder that is used forpainting may have its top omitted (R408.10431(5)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

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2. Ladders


MI 2-12 2.2 Cleat ladders must comply with all of thefollowing requirements (R 408.10432):

– Cleat ladders must be no more than 22feet long.

– Wood in a cleat ladder must be straightgrained and knot free.

– Wood cleat ladders must have side railsat least 2 by 4 inches nominal and cleatsat least 1 by 4 inches nominal..

– The distance between the side rails of acleat ladder must be between 14 ½inches and 16 ½ inches.

– Wooden cleats must be inset into theside rails at least ½ inch must be orattached directly to the edge of the siderails by 3 or more wire nails that are size10-d.

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

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MI 2-13 2.2 Ladders must be handled with reasonablecare and not subjected to deliberatedropping or misuse. A ladder may not beused as a plank or skid (R 408.10441(1)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

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MI 2-14 2.2 A ladder carried on a vehicle must besecured to prevent it from catapulting orfalling (R 408.10441(2)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□MI 2-15 2.2 A person on a single or sectional ladder

must not over-reach nor do any pushing orpulling that may cause the ladder to move ortopple. If both the user's shoulders areoutside the side rail, the user is over-reaching (R 408.10445(5)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 2-16 2.2 Step ladders must be used fully opened withthe spreaders locked (R 408.10446(1)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□MI 2-17 2.2 Each leg of a step ladder must be in contact

with solid footing. A board or plank may beused to secure footing on uneven ground (R408.10446(2)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

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MI 2-18 2.2 If a step ladder does not have a guard rail,the top step and cap may not be used towork from or to climb on (R 408.10446(3)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□


2. Ladders


MI 2-19 2.2 A folded step ladder may not be used as astraight ladder by leaning it against a wall orother support (R 408.10446(4)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□MI 2-20 2.2 The bracing on the back legs of a step

ladder must not be used for climbing, withlimited exceptions (R 408.10446(6)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□MI 2-21 2.2 A straight sectional or extension ladder must

be placed so that the side rails have a securefooting. Where the surface is uneven,boards, planks, or leveling jacks may beused to create an even surface. Such laddersmust have safety feet (R 408.10447(1)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

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MI 2-22 2.2 A person using a straight or extension laddermay not stand on the top 2 rungs or within 3feet from the top of the ladder (R408.10447(4)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

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MI 2-23 2.2 If the top of a straight or extension ladder issecured to an object, the user may securehim or herself to the ladder by placing oneleg over the second rung above the rung onwhich he or she is standing (R408.10447(5)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

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MI 2-24 2.2 When a straight or extension ladder is usedto go from one landing to another, theladder must extend above the upper landingby at least 3 feet (R 408.10447(6)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

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MI 2-25 2.2 The top rest for a straight or extensionladder must be reasonably rigid and musthave ample strength to support the appliedload (R 408.10447(7)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

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MI 2-26 2.2 Nonwood step and platform ladders may notbe longer than 16 feet. (The federal standardallows metal step ladders to be 20 feet long)(R 408.10452(2) and R 408.10452(4)).

N/A.

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Complies.

□

Does NotComply

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MI 2-27 2.3 The minimum design liveload of a fixedladder must be a single concentrated load of300 pounds (the federal standard is 200pounds). Older ladders may have aminimum design load of 200 pounds (R408.10321).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

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2. Ladders


MI 2-28 2.3 Each step or rung must be capable ofsupporting, without deflection, a singleconcentrated load of 300 pounds applied inthe middle of the step or rung (R408.10323(3)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

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MI 2-29 2.3 Metal cleats must be made of steel or amaterial of equal strength and must have abearing surface of at least 1/2 inch (R408.10324(4)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

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MI 2-30 2.3 Wood cleats and other wood components ofa fixed ladder must meet the requirements ofANSI A14.3-1984, Fixed Ladders, which isadopted by reference (R 408.10324(5)).

MI 2-31 2.3 Fastenings must be as strong as the rails andmust be of sufficient length to allow aminimum distance between a permanentstructure and the rungs of a ladder.Fastenings must be attached to thepermanent structure either by being attachedto it or by bolts, rivets, or expansion boltsthat are grouted, leaded, or the equivalent (R408.10326).

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MI 2-32 2.3 Wood ladders must be treated with atransparent preservative to preventdeterioration. The use of paint is notallowed (R 408.10331(3)).

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MI 2-33 2.3 Fixed ladders must comply with the state'smaintenance requirements, which are moredetailed than those in the federal standard (R408.10333 ).

MI 2-34 2.3 Cages and wells must be designed to permiteasy access to or egress from the laddersthat they enclose. The cages and wells mustbe continuous throughout the length of thefixed ladder, except for access, egress, andother transfer points. Cages and wells mustbe designed and constructed to containemployees in the event of a fall and directthem to a lower landing (R 408.10351(4)).

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2. Ladders


MI 2-35 2.3 Surfaces of fixed ladders must be free ofpuncture or laceration hazards (R408.10351(5)).

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.□MI 2-36 2.3 If a personal fall protection system is used

with fixed ladders, it must do all of thefollowing (R 408.10354):

– allow the employee to keep both handsfree for climbing;

– have a connection of 9 inches or lessbetween the carrier or lifeline and thepoint of attachment to a body belt orharness;

– activate within 2 feet after a fall starts tolimit the descending velocity to 7feet/second or less;

– for rigid carriers, have mountingsattached to each end of the carrier, withintermediate mountings spaced along theentire length as necessary;

– for flexible carriers, have mountingsattached to each end of the carrier and inwindy conditions have cable guidesspaced between 25 feet and 40 feetalong the entire length of the carrier toprevent wind damage;

– for ladder safety devices and theirsupport systems, able to withstand an18-inch, 500-pound drop test; and

– for all other fall protection systems, ableto withstand a 4-foot, 250-pound droptest.

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MI 2-37 2.3 The side step from a fixed ladder to aplatform must be between 7 and 12 inches,as measured from the side rail to theplatform edge (R 408.10355(4)).

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MI 2-38 2.3 The side rail of an adjacent ladder must beoffset at least 5 inches from the edge of aplatform (R 408.10355(5)).

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2. Ladders


MI 2-39 2.3 Landing platforms must have standardrailings. Unlike the federal rules, Michiganrules do not require toeboards (R408.10355(6)).

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MI 2-40 2.3 One rung of any section of a fixed laddermust be located at the level of the landinglaterally served by the ladder. Where accessto the landing is through the ladder, thesame rung spacing used on the ladder mustalso be used from the landing platform tothe first rung below the landing (R408.10355(7)).

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MI 2-41 2.3 The rules for ladder extensions and grabbars do not apply to a fixed ladder at ahatch cover (R 408.10357(2) and R408.10361).

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MI 2-42 2.3 Personal fall arrest systems and positiondevice systems must comply with the testmethods described in R 408.10371 and R408.10372.

MI 2-43 2.3 Fixed ladders used for accessing scaffoldingare not required to have cages (R408.10513(5)).

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.□MI 2-44 2.3 On manufactured scaffolding purchased

after November 16, 1974, that is equippedwith a built-in fixed ladder or an attachedscaffold ladder, the ladder must have rungsat least 12 inches long, uniformly spacedbetween 12 and 16 1/2 inches from thecenter of one rung to another. The rung andcomponent parts must support a minimumof 300 pounds (R 408.10513(6)).

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MI 3-1


3. Step Bolts and Manhole Steps


3.1 Step bolts used on structures such as towers,stacks, conical manhole sections, and vaultsmust be (R 408.10342):

– continuous, and uniformly spacedbetween 6 inches and 18 inches apart;

– with a clear step width of 4 1/2 or moreinches and a toe clearance of 7 or moreinches (if obstructions cannot beavoided, toe clearance may be reducedto 4 1/2 inches);

– designed to prevent the employee's footfrom slipping off the end;

– able to support, without failure, 4 ormore times the intended load; and

– corrosion resistant, if installed in acorrosive environment after August 17,1974.

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MI 3-2 3.2 The rungs of utility manhole fixed laddersmust be all of the following (R 408.10341):

– made of steel rod 3/4 inches or greaterin diameter or other material capable ofsupporting at least 300 pounds (unlessthey were installed prior to August 17,1974, in which case they may be 5/8-inch diameter steel rod or material ofequal strength capable of supporting 200pounds);

– 10 or more inches long;

– 4 or more inches from the center of therung to the wall opposite the climbingside;

– 29 or more inches from the center of therung to the wall or any projections onthe climbing side;

– embedded 3 or more inches in the wall;and

– uniformly spaced 16 inches or less oncenter.

Note: Fixed ladders may not be installed inconical shaped utility manholes. Onlyportable ladders may be used.

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MI 4-1


3. Step Bolts and Manhole Steps


MI 3-3 3.2 Manhole steps used on structures such astowers, stacks, conical manhole sections,and vaults must be (R 408.10342):

– continuous, and uniformly spacedbetween 6 inches and 18 inches apart;

– with a clear step width of 10 or moreinches and a toe clearance of 4 or moreinches at the point of embedment and 4or more inches at the center;

– designed to prevent the employee's footfrom slipping off the end;

– with a slip-resistant surface, if installedafter August 17, 1974;

– corrosion resistant, if installed in acorrosive environment after August 17,1974; and

– if installed prior to August 17, 1974,able to support their maximum intendedload.

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4. Stairways


S4 A stairway that is older than November 16,1969, is exempt from the Michigan rule.Stairway alterations after that date mustcomply with the rule (R 408.10223(3)).

MI 4-2 4.1 Projections such as pipes, raceways, airducts, or fixtures between 5 and 7 feetabove the tread nose are permissible onfixed industrial stairs if guarded and marked(R 408.10227(1)(c)).

MI 4-3 4.1 Stairs must have a continuous rise of notmore than 12 feet. An intermediate platformmust be used to provide relief where a riseof more than 12 feet is necessary to reachthe next level (R 408.10227(4)).

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MI 4-4 4.5 Specific requirements apply to alternatingtread-type fixed industrial stairs (R408.10228).


MI 6-1


5. Dockboards

6. Scaffolds and Rope Descent Systems


S6 Manufactured scaffolding must be erectedand used in accordance with themanufacturer's instructions (R408.10541(1)).

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MI 6-2 S6 Manufactured scaffolding must be erectedby an experienced, competent person (R408.10541(2)).

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.□MI 6-3 S6 Before a metal scaffold is erected near an

exposed powerline, the utility or propertyowner must be consulted. A power line orother apparatus must be consideredenergized unless the property owner orutility indicates it is deenergized and the lineor apparatus is visibly grounded. Wheredeenergizing is not practical, the followingminimum clearances must be maintained (R408.10541(5)):

– for voltages up to 50kV, 10 feet; and

– for voltages greater than 50kV, 10 feetplus 0.4 inch per kV.

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MI 6-4 6.1 Scaffolding that is endangered by a truck orother moving equipment must be protectedby a warning device, barrier, or both (R408.10511(10)).

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MI 6-5 6.1 A scaffold may not be altered or movedhorizontally while it is in use or is beingoccupied, unless it is specifically designedfor occupied horizontal travel (R408.10511(1)).

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MI 6-6 6.1 Fiber rope on scaffolding used for or nearany work involving the use of corrosivesubstances must be treated or protectedagainst deterioration (R 408.10511(12)).

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MI 6-7 6.1 Scaffolding planking must meet thefollowing additional requirements (R408.10512):

– Table 1 of R 408.10512 applies toplanks 2 inches by 10 inches or widerand the permissible spans are slightlydifferent.

Note: OSHA's planking span tableapplies to planks 2 inches by 9 inches orwider.

– Planking may not extend over the endbearer more than 12 inches.

Note: OSHA allows planks to extendover the end bearer up to 18 inches.

– Planking must consist of at least 2boards that are 2 by 10 inches.

– Planking must be cleated or similarlyfastened to prevent shifting and must beuniform in thickness, except wherelapped as prescribed in the followingbullet.

– If planks are lapped, each one must lapits bearer at least 6 inches, making theminimum overlap at least 12 inches.

– If the ends of planks abut each other, thebutt joint must be at the centerline of apole and rest on separate bearers.

– Planks must be laid with their edgesclose together so that material and toolswill not fall between them.

– If a scaffold turns a corner, the planksmust be laid to prevent tipping. Theplanks that meet the corner bearer at theangle must be laid first, extending overthe diagonally placed bearer far enoughto have a good bearing, but not farenough to tip. The planks running at anangle must be laid so as to extend overthe rest on the first layer of planks.

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MI 6-8 6.1 All scaffolds 10 feet or more abovefloor/ground level—except ladder scaffolds,boatswain's chairs, or needle beamscaffolds—must have a standard railing andtoeboard. A life line and safety belt must beused where the required railing is notpractical (R 408.10513(2)).

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MI 6-9 6.1 Where work is being performed above ascaffold, overhead protection consisting of2-inch planks laid tight, or equivalentmaterial, must be installed not more than 9feet above the scaffold floor (R408.10513(4)).

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MI 6-10 6.1 The use of a stair or fixed ladder for safeaccess to scaffolding must not have atendency to tip the scaffold (R408.10513(5)).

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MI 6-11 6.1 The intermediate horizontal members of theframe of a manufactured tubular weldedframe scaffold may be used for access to,and egress from, the work platform if all ofthe following conditions are met (R408.10513(7)):

– All frames and component parts arecompatible in design.

– The intermediate horizontal members ofthe frame are at least 16 inches long.

– The horizontal members of each frameare uniformly spaced and not more than17 inches center to center vertically.

– When frames are connected vertically toone another, the distance between thebottom horizontal member of the upperend frame and the top horizontalmember of the lower end frame is within3 inches of the uniform spacing of thehorizontal members of each frame.

– The elevation to the lowest horizontalmember of the bottom frame is no morethan 21 inches from ground or floor.

– Each horizontal member is capable ofsupporting 300 pounds applied at itsmidpoint without bending or cracking.

– Each horizontal member is inspected forand found to be free of cracks, bends, orbad welds.

– The guardrail system located on the sidewhere horizontal members of thescaffold frame are used for access to oregress from a work platform isconstructed with the intermediate railomitted between the corner posts at theaccess location but the top railcontinuous between posts.

– Only 1 employee at a time uses ahorizontal frame member as access to oregress from the workstation.

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MI 6-12 6.1 Wood pole scaffolds must be guyed or tiedto the building or structure. Where theheight or length is more than 25 feet, thescaffold must be secured at intervals notmore than 25 feet vertically and horizontally(R 408.10521(2)).

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MI 6-13 6.1 Ledgers may not be spliced between poleson wood pole scaffolds. A spliced ledgermust be reinforced by a bearing blocksecured to the side of the pole to form asupport for the ledger (R 408.10521(5)).

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MI 6-14 6.1 A bearer on a wood pole scaffold must beset with its larger dimension vertical andmust project 3 inches beyond the ledger andthe inner and outer pole (R 408.10521(6)).

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MI 6-15 6.1 When a work platform on a wood polescaffold is moved to a new level, the oldplatform must remain in place until the newbearers are ready to receive the platform (R408.10521(8)).

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MI 6-16 6.1 A wood pole scaffold less than 60 feet highmust use materials prescribed in Tables 2 –7 of R 408.10521. A scaffold more than 60feet high must be designed by an engineerknowledgeable in scaffolds and erected asprescribed in the blueprints. A copy of theblueprint must be kept on the job site (R408.10521(9)).

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MI 6-17 6.1 Diagonal bracing must be provided on awood pole scaffold to keep the poles frommoving in a direction parallel with the walland from buckling. Full diagonal facebracing must be erected across the entireface of pole scaffolds in both directions.Brace splices must be at the poles (R408.10521(10).

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MI 6-18 6.1 The free ends of a wood pole scaffold mustbe cross-braced (R 408.10521(11)).

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MI 6-19 6.1 A wood pole scaffold may not be erectedbeyond the reach of local fire fightingequipment (R 408.10521(12)).

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.□MI 6-20 6.1 The inner end of the bearer on a single pole

scaffold must rest in the wall of the buildingwith at least a 4-inch bearing. Notching isprohibited (R 408.10523(a)).

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MI 6-21 6.1 On frame buildings, the inner end of thebearer of a single pole scaffold must rest ona block 12 inches long and at least 2 inchesby 6 inches nominal. The block must benotched the width of the bearer and at least2 inches deep. The bearer must be nailed toboth the block and the building (R408.10523(b)).

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MI 6-22 6.1 At a window opening, the inner end of thebearer of a single pole scaffold must besupported by a plank of equal strengthresting on the window sill and fastened tothe building. The bearer must be bracedagainst displacement (R 408.10523(c)).

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MI 6-23 6.1 Planking for the platform of an outriggerscaffold must have all edges abutting tightlyfrom the end of the thrustout to the building,or from vertical hanger to vertical hanger.The planking must comply with R408.10512 (R 408.10526(3)).

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MI 6-24 6.1 Standard guardrails and toeboards must beinstalled on an outrigger scaffold (R408.10526(4)).

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.□MI 6-25 6.1 A horse scaffold may not be used with an

outrigger scaffold (R 408.10526(5)).N/A

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.□MI 6-26 6.1 A horse scaffold must be built of straight-

grained lumber and braced to resist sidethrusts, in accordance with R 408.10527Table 9 (R 408.10527(1)).

Note: Table 9 differs slightly from TableD19 in 29 CFR 1910.28(m).

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MI 6-27 6.1 A horse that is used on a horse scaffold andthat is higher or longer than 4 feet musthave the cross section of each memberincreased to the next nominal size in width(R 408.10527(2)).

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MI 6-28 6.1 Extension pieces may not be nailed to thelegs of a horse scaffold (R 408.10527(3)).

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.□MI 6-29 6.1 The legs of a horse scaffold must be set on

concrete or another hard surface, or on baseplates in accordance with R 408.10513(7)(R 408.10527(4)).

MI 6-30 6.1 Horses must be spaced on bearer centers nomore than 6 feet apart (R 408.10527(5)).

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.□MI 6-31 6.1 No more than 2 employees may be on a

ladderjack scaffold (R 408.10528(4)).

Exception: If 3 ladders support a plank, 3employees may occupy it.

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MI 6-32 6.1 Ladders used with a ladder jack must beequipped with nonslip feet (R408.10528(5)).

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.□MI 6-33 6.1 A ladder jack must be made of metal and

designed to support the total weight ofmaterials, workers, and scaffold with asafety factor of at least 4. The ladder jackmust be designed to bear on the side rails inaddition to the rungs. Alternatively, it maybear only on the rungs if the bearing surfaceon each rung is at least 10 lineal inches (R408.10528(6)).

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MI 6-34 6.1 Stationary manufactured scaffolding must betied to and braced against a building atintervals of no more than 30 feethorizontally and 26 feet vertically or mustbe otherwise guyed (R 408.10541(3)).

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MI 6-35 6.1 Adjusting screws on stationarymanufactured scaffolding must have anadjustment of not more than 18 inches frombaseplate to bottom of frame, with aminimum of 6 inches retained within theframe (R 408.10541(4)).

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MI 6-36 6.1 The planking span on welded-frame-typescaffolds must comply with therequirements of R 408.10543 Table 1, whichare slightly different than those in the tableat 29 CFR 1910.28(d) (R 408.10543(1)(e)).

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MI 6-37 6.1 For a mobile scaffold, the screw jack mustadjust no more than 12 inches from the topof castor-bearing plate to the bottom of theframe. The castor stem must fit the socket inthe frame and extend inside at least 6 inches(R 408.10544(2)(d)).

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MI 6-38 6.1 A sectional folding ladder scaffold musthave an integral set of pivoting and hingedfolding diagonal and horizontal braces and adetachable work platform incorporated intothe structure (R 408.10544(4)(e)).

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MI 6-39 6.1 The supporting brackets of a carpenter'sbracket scaffold must be a triangular frameof at least 2- by 3-inch material fitted andsecured together (or of metal of equivalentstrength) and sized to support at least two 2by 10 inch planks (R 408.10531(1)).

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MI 6-40 6.1 Wood supporting brackets that are fastenedto the structure of a carpenter's bracketscaffold must be gussetted in a manner tokeep the joints from pulling apart (R408.10531(2)(a)).

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MI 6-41 6.1 Window jack scaffolds must consist of aplank secured to the structure with bracesrunning from a point less than 4 inches fromthe end of the plank to the structure at anangle of at least 45 degrees (R408.10535(2)).

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MI 6-42 6.2 A thrustout for a suspension scaffold mustmeet the following additional requirements:(R 408.10524(4) — 408.12524(6)).

– The thrustout must be set with the webvertical, must be spaced not more than 7feet apart, and must project 1 footbeyond the outer edge of the suspensionplatform.

– The thrustout inner end must be fastenedto the frame of the building with bolts,anchor plates, lockwashers, and jamnuts, and it must be anchored againsthorizontal displacement orcounterbalanced if the counterweight isfastened to the thrustout. Sand bags orother loose material may not be used.Where a counterweight is used, it mustbe 3 times the supported weight andmust be located on the inner end of thethrustout with its center of mass at leastan equal distance to the center of massof the load, as measured from thefulcrum.

– The thrustout outer end must beequipped with a stop-bolt to prevent theshackle from slipping over the edge. Athrustout rigged over a parapet wall mustbe supported by a wood block at least 4by 4 by 18 inches long (nominal) .

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MI 6-43 6.3 Suspension scaffolds must be designed witha safety factor of at least 4 (R408.10524(1)).

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.□MI 6-44 6.3 Wire ropes used on suspension scaffolding

must be designed with a safety factor of atleast 6. Wire ropes fastened around a rodmust be equipped with a thimble (R408.10524(2)).

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MI 6-45 6.3 When U-bolt clamps are installed onsuspension scaffolding, a minimum of 3must be used at each fastening, installed onthe dead end (see R 408.10524 Table 8).The clamps must be retightened afterloading (R 408.10524(3)).

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MI 6-46 6.3 A suspension platform must be secured tokeep it from swinging away from thebuilding. Rollers or fenders must beprovided to keep the platform from strikingthe building and to facilitate raising andlowering it (R 408.10524(7)).

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MI 6-47 6.3 A bearer for a suspension scaffold must bemade of 4- by 6-inch timber set on edge orstructural steel of equivalent strength. Abearer must have sufficient length to holdthe planks between the frame where ahoisting machine is used. Plank edges mustabut (R 408.10524(8)).

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MI 6-48 6.3 Where a powered hoisting machine is usedon a suspension scaffold, it must complywith R 408.10548. The running edge of thesuspension wire rope must be securelyattached to the hoisting drum, and at least 4turns of rope must remain on the drum at alltimes (R 408.10524(9)).

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MI 6-49 6.3 Each suspension scaffold must be installedor relocated in accordance with designs andinstructions of a registered professionalmechanical or civil engineer and under thesupervision of a competent person (R408.10524(10)).

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MI 6-50 6.3 Where rope and blocks are used to support aswing scaffold, the scaffold must complywith all of the following requirements (R408.10525(2)):

– have hangers made of 3/4-inch roundsteel, or its equivalent, that are designedto have a flat bottom to hold a platformand that have arms to hold a standardbarrier pursuant to R 408.10513(2) and aloop to hold the hook on a block;

– have all blocks fit the size of rope theycarry; and

– have ropes fastened by a special hitchthat cannot slip to the point of the hookon the hanger eye.

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MI 6-51 6.3 A hook with an eye or ring that is used tosupport a swing scaffold on a building mustbe made of wrought iron or steel with across section at least 5/8 by 2 inches, orequivalent, with the 5/8-inch measurementon the edge. Each hook must have a safetyline of 3/4-inch manila rope, or itsequivalent, secured from an eye or ring to astructurally sound portion of the building toprevent slipping of the hook. Eaves orcornices must be inspected for cracks, looseblocks, or other deterioration before settingthe hooks that support the swing scaffold onthe building. (R 408.10525(4))

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MI 6-52 6.3 Two or more swing scaffolds may not becombined by bridging with planks or similarconnecting links unless they are equippedwith hoisting machines and the planking iscapable of pivoting while remaining securedto the unit (R 408.10525(5)).

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MI 6-53 6.3 Swing scaffolds must be equipped withrollers or fenders as prescribed in R408.10524(7) (R 408.10525(9)).

MI 6-54 6.3 A swing scaffold must be secured to thebuilding or ground when it is not in use, andall tools and materials must be removed (R408.10525(10)).

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MI 6-55 6.3 When a hoisting machine is used with aswing scaffold, it must comply with R408.10548 and R 408.10549 (R408.10525(11)).

MI 6-56 6.3 Rope supports on needle beam scaffoldsmust be 1-inch diameter first-grade manilarope, or equivalent material, that are spacedno more than 10 feet apart. The rope mustbe attached to the needle beams by ascaffold hitch or an eye splice. The looseend of the rope must be tied by a bowlineknot or a round turn and half hitch. Thescaffold hitch must be arranged to preventthe needle beam from rolling or otherwisebecoming displaced (R 408.10534(3)).

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MI 6-57 6.3 Scaffold planks on a needle beam scaffoldmust be secured against displacement (R408.10534(4)).

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.□MI 6-58 6.3 A needle beam scaffold must be suspended

from thrustouts in accordance with R408.10524 or from permanent structuralmembers with a safety factor of at least 4times the maximum intended load (R408.10534(6)).

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MI 6-59 6.3 Wire rope used as a supporting means for aplank must have a designed safety factor ofat least 6. The load calculation must includethe total weight of workers, materials, andscaffold (R 408.10545(1)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 6-60 6.3 Planks used on a wire rope scaffold must beattached to the wire rope in a manner thatwill not allow the plank to detach the ropeand must facilitate moving the plank alongthe wire rope (R 408.10545(3)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 6-61 6.3 The tackle of a boatswain's chair mustconsist of bearing or brushed blocks and5/8-inch manila rope, or its equivalent (R408.10529(4)).

N/A.

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Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

7. Duty to Have Fall Protection and Falling Object Protection


S7 Where a stairway or ladder landing ends indirect proximity to hazards, detour guardsmust be installed (R 408.10217(7)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□MI 7-2 S7 One of the following must be provided to

give access to another elevation of 16 inchesor more (R 408.10220):

– a flight of stairs;

– fixed industrial stairs;

– a ramp;

– a fixed ladder; or

– a portable ladder (for temporary access).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□




MI 7-3 S7 Veneer steaming and soaking vats must beinstalled, operated, and ventilated inaccordance with certain requirements (R408.12773 – R 408.12776).

MI 7-4 7.8 A barrier may be omitted around theperimeter of a pit used for vehicle servicingif a yellow caution line is installed aroundthe perimeter of the pit. The line must be 12inches wide and must be maintained to beclearly visible (R 408.10215(2)(b)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 7-5 7.12 A lifeline and safety harness must beprovided and used where an employee isrequired to crawl out on a thrust out orprojecting beam (R 408.10511(1) and R408.10511(8)).

N/A.

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Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 7-6 7.12 An employee on a swing scaffold must usea safety belt tied to a lifeline by a lanyardno more than 48 inches long and connectedby an approved fall prevention device on thelifeline. The lifeline must extend to theground. In lieu of providing a lifeline, theemployee may attach a safety belt andlanyard to the scaffold, if a separate fallprevention device is installed at eachsupport point using safety lines equivalent tothe support ropes, and if the device isconnected to the scaffold with a line thatallows a drop of not more than 12 inches (R408.10525(7)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

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MI 7-7 7.16 Guards to prevent tools or materials fromfalling must be provided for workingplatforms or runways made of grating, withthe following exceptions (R 408.10213):

– The intermediate sections of the barrierand the toeboard may be eliminatedwhen materials are regularly passed overthe end of the floor, as in lumber storage(R 408.10213(2)(c)).

– A stationary elevated platform that issecured to a building or structure andthat is used exclusively for the serviceand maintenance of overhead bridgecranes and similarly mobile equipmentmay be equipped with removablebarriers and toeboards on the sideadjacent to the machinery, if suchbarriers and toeboards are securedagainst falling when they are not servingas protective barriers (R408.10213(2)(c)).

– The open sides of a loading or storageplatform used primarily for loading orunloading railroad cars or trucks andopen hearth pouring platforms areexempt from the requirements forguarding (R 408.10213(4)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 8-1



8. Fall Protection Systems and Falling Object Protection – Criteria and Practices


S8 A floor hole or floor opening into whichpersons cannot accidentally walk because offixed machines, equipment, or walls butthrough which tools or materials can fall onemployees or equipment must be protectedby a cover that leaves no openings greaterthan 1 inch, unless the opening is connectedto a chute-type device (R 408.10215(6)).

N/A.

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Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 8-2 S8 A wall hole with the following dimensionsmust be protected to the height of a standardbarrier (R 408.10217(6)):

– unrestricted height of 4 feet or greater;

– width greater than 1 foot;

– near side less than 42 inches above thefloor; and

– far side greater than 4 feet above thenext lower level.

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 8-3 S8 A removable standard barrier may be usedin place of a standard barrier if allcomponents are capable of withstanding aload of at least 200 pounds applied in anydirection, except vertically upward when aminimum lift of 6 inches is required forremoval (R 408.10230).

N/A.

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Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 8-4 S8 The specifications for the various types ofbarriers are somewhat more detailed thanthose in the federal standard (R 408.10231 –R 408.10239).

9. Training Requirements

MI 10-1


10. No Similar Federal Regulation


S10 When the top of an open tank or vat thatcontains a hazardous substance is less than36 inches from the floor, platform, orground level and is not otherwise guarded toprevent an employee from falling in, thetank or vat must be protected with a barrierat least 36 inches high on all exposed sides(R 408.10219).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MICHIGAN Exit Routes





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This checklist links each MICHIGAN regulatory requirement in the Exit Routes rulebook to its closestfederal regulatory equivalent. It has been designed for use with the corresponding federal audit guide.For ease of reference, the state differences presented here are numbered both sequentially (in the “#”column) and in terms of the number that links them to the specific analogous question in the federalguide (in the “Fed-Ref” column). Note that section titles in this checklist are identical with the sectiontitles used in the federal guide.









MI 2-1


1. NFPA 101-2009 (Life Safety Code)

2. Exit Routes


S2 State-specific requirements for doors mustbe met (R 408.10643 – R 408.10646).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□Guide Note

• Confirm that exit doors meet the following requirements:

– A single leaf of an exit door must be between 28 and 48 inches wide (R 408.10643(2)).

– Where a door or gate opens directly on a stairway, a platform must be provided. Theswing of the door or gate may not reduce the floor area leading to the stairs to a width lessthan 20 inches (R 408.10643(3)).

– A sliding door may not be used as part of the exit capacity of building unless it is ofbreakaway design (R 408.10643(4)).

– The force required to fully open any door in the exit route may not be more than 50pounds applied to the latch side of the door (R 408.10644(1)).

– A properly designed mechanically aided sliding door may be used to exit to the outside ofa building constructed before May 15, 1970, where the occupancy is low or ordinarystorage hazard or ordinary mercantile hazard (R 408.10644(2)).

– An exit door that gives access to a stairway must not block stairs or landings during itsswing and must not interfere with the full use of the stairway when open (R408.10644(3)).

– A power-operated exit door must be designed so that it can be operated manually in caseof power failure (R 408.10646).

MI 2-2 S2 State-specific requirements for horizontalexits must be met (R 408.10661).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□


2. Exit Routes


Guide Note

• Verify that horizontal exits meet the following requirements:

– A fire area or area of refuge with a horizontal exit must have at least 1 additional means ofegress leading to the outside or must have access to an adjacent fire area with an outsidemeans of egress (R 408.10661(1)).

– Where either side of horizontal exit is occupied, the doors used in connection with the exitmust be unlocked (R 408.10661(2)).

– The floor area on either side of a horizontal exit must be large enough to hold theoccupants of both floor areas with at least 3 square feet of clear floor area per person (R408.10661(3)).

– Where a horizontal exit serves areas on both sides of a wall, there must be adjacentopenings with swinging doors at each side, opening in opposite directions. Signs must beplaced on each side of the wall or partition indicating which door to use for emergencyexit (R 408.10661(4)).

Note: Alternate arrangements may be acceptable as long as doors always swing with anypossible exit travel.

MI 2-3 S2 A ramp may be a component in an exitroute if all of the following requirements aremet (R 408.10664):

– It is designed for at least 100 pounds persquare foot live load.

– The slope of a ramp does not varybetween landings.

– Landings are level.

– Any change in direction of travel ismade only at landings.

– In a building 3 or more stories high, it isof noncombustible construction withsolid (unperforated) floor and landings.

– It has a nonslip surface.

– It has a minimum width of 44 inchesand a maximum slope of 1 inch in 12inches.

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 2-4 S2 An escalator may be considered acomponent of an exit route if it is fullyenclosed above the ground floor, equippedwith fire doors containing fusible links, andoperates in the normal direction of exittravel (R 408.10667).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□


2. Exit Routes


MI 2-5 2.5 A space formed with moveable or foldingpartitions and occupied by more than 20persons must have an approved exit route (R408.10631(3)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 2-6 2.5 Alterations, additions, or changes inoccupancy that would reduce the exit routesbelow the requirements for a new buildingare prohibited (R 408.10631(4)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 2-7 2.5 At least 2 exits, remotely located from eachother, must be provided for every building,floor, or fire area, including a basement.However, a single exit may be permittedwhen approved in a new and existing low orordinary hazard occupancy for a building,floor, or fire area with a population of lessthan 50 persons (R 408.10634(1)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 2-8 2.5 A single-story, noncombustible building forindustrial or storage occupancy that has anapproved fully equipped automatic sprinklersystem and that is normally not subject totraffic by persons other than employeesmust have exit doors that will provide safeegress spaced not more than every 300 feetapart on the perimeter wall (R408.10634(3)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 2-9 2.5 Michigan has established limits on traveldistance to exits. The total number of exitsin a building must be sufficient so that themaximum travel distance from any occupiedspace to at least 1 exit does not exceed thelimit specified in R 408.10636 (R408.10635(1)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 2-10 2.7 Stairs, landings, and other exit componentsmust be guarded against falls over openedges, and guards and handrails mustcontinue the full length of the guarded exitcomponent (R 408.10633(3)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□


2. Exit Routes


MI 2-11 2.7 State-specific requirements for stairs mustbe met, which include the following keyelements (R 408.10651):

– Stairs that are part of a required exitmust comply with R 408.10651 Table 3.A variation of 3/16 inches is allowed.

– In a building 4 or more stories high,stairs and platforms must be ofnoncombustible construction throughout,except for handrails.

– Exit stairs, platforms, landings,balconies, and stair hallway floors mustbe designed to carry a load of 100pounds per square foot, or aconcentrated load of 300 pounds.

– Stair treads and landings must be slipresistant.

– Stairways and intermediate landingsmust continue with no decrease in widthalong the direction of exit travel.

– Interior or exterior monumental stairsmay be accepted as required exits if allrequirements for exit stairs are met.

Exception: Curved stairs may beaccepted with a radius of 25 feet ormore at the inner edges.

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 2-12 2.7 Fire escape stairs may be used as a requiredexit only in existing buildings and may notconstitute more than 50% of the requiredexit capacity. Such stairs must conform tothe standards in R 408.10671. Fire escapestairs may not constitute any part of therequired exists for a new building. Swingingstairs and escape ladders must meet specificrequirements for construction andinstallation (R 408.10671 – R 408.10677).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 3-1


2. Exit Routes


MI 2-13 2.9 A revolving door that was installed prior toMarch 11, 1970, may be “grandfathered” asan exit door if there are sufficient adjacentswinging doors and if the rate of rotation isproperly controlled. Revolving doorsinstalled after that date may not beconsidered approved exit doors (R408.10647).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 2-14 2.11 The minimum width of an exit access mustbe at least equal to the required width of theexit to which it leads, but not less than 34inches (R 408.10641(3)).

Note: The federal requirement is 28 inches.

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

3. Maintenance, Safeguards, and Operational Features for Exit Routes


3.1 No combustible or flammable debris, waste,or other material, which, if burned, wouldmake the exit route from the buildinghazardous, may be placed, stored, or kepton, under, at the bottom of, or adjacent to anexit route or elevator (R 408.10632(5)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 3-2 3.1 Where an exit route is being obstructed bythe placement of movable objects, aislesmust be marked and railings or permanentbarriers provided to protect the exit routesagainst encroachment (R 408.10632(5)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 4-1


3. Maintenance, Safeguards, and Operational Features for Exit Routes


MI 3-3 3.2 An exit route must be illuminated byartificial lighting at places and for periods oftime required to maintain the illumination tovalues not less than 1.0 foot-candlesmeasured at the floor. Illumination must bearranged so that the failure of any singlelighting unit, such as the burning out of anelectric bulb, will not leave the area indarkness. Artificial lighting must be from asource of reasonable reliability, such as apublic utility service. A battery-operatedelectric light or any type of portable lamp orlantern may not be used for primary exitillumination, and luminescent fluorescent orreflective material may not be used as asubstitute for required illumination (R408.10681).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 3-4 3.2 In a building with natural lighting subject tooccupancy by more than 300 persons, and ina building for which no natural lighting isprovided and subject to occupancy by morethan 100 persons, approved emergencylighting facilities meeting specifiedrequirements must be provided for an exitroute and arranged so that required exitillumination will be maintained for at least1/2 hour in the event of failure of normallighting of the building (R 408.10682).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

4. Emergency Action Plans (EAPs)


S4 All employers are required to informemployees of escape procedures andemergency routes to approved exit routes.Employers must also designate a sufficientnumber of persons to assist in the safe andorderly emergency evacuation of employees.These requirements apply regardless ofwhether the employer is required to preparean emergency action plan or fire preventionplan (R 408.10608).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 5-1

MI 6-1


5. Fire Prevention Plans (FPPs)


5.2 All employers are required to informemployees of escape procedures andemergency routes to approved exit routes.Employers must also designate a sufficientnumber of persons to assist in the safe andorderly emergency evacuation of employees.These requirements apply regardless ofwhether the employer is required to preparean emergency action plan or fire preventionplan (R 408.10608).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□



S6 The Michigan regulations specify thefollowing classes of occupancy for fire exitregulations (R 408.10621):

– hotel;

– mercantile;

– business; and

– industrial.

MI 6-2 S6 The Michigan regulations also establishrequirements for several additionalmiscellaneous occupancies for exit routerequirements, including vehicles from whichthe wheels are removed and are fixed so asto be no longer mobile, vessels that arepermanently moored or aground, openbuildings, aircraft hangars, storage elevatorsfor combustible commodities, towers, andpiers and water-surrounded buildings (R408.10691 – R 408.10697).

MICHIGAN Powered Platforms





.

This checklist links each MICHIGAN regulatory requirement in the Powered Platforms rulebook to itsclosest federal regulatory equivalent. It has been designed for use with the corresponding federal auditguide. For ease of reference, the state differences presented here are numbered both sequentially (in the“#” column) and in terms of the number that links them to the specific analogous question in the federalguide (in the “Fed-Ref” column). Note that section titles in this checklist are identical with the sectiontitles used in the federal guide.










MI 3-1


1. Powered Platforms: General

2. New Powered Platforms: Affected Parts of Buildings

3. New Powered Platforms: Equipment


S3 Where thrustouts are used in place of a roofcar, they must be anchored to the buildingstructure with fasteners that are capable ofsustaining the imposed load (R408.10562(10)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 3-2 S3 A roof car must be used when it isnecessary to move a working platformhorizontally to a work or storage position (R408.10565(1)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 3-3 S3 Where a roof car is used, safety interlocksmust be provided to ensure that the workingplatform will not leave the stored positionuntil the required positive position anchor isengaged and to ensure that the roof carcannot move when the working platform isnot in the stored position (R 408.10570).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 3-4 S3 All of the parts of a powered platform thatare subject to stress, except for the wirerope, must have a design safety factor of notless than 5 (R 408.10571).

Note: The wire rope must have a safetyfactor of at least 10.

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□




MI 3-5 S3 A working platform that is used on theexterior of a building must be equipped withrollers that will be in contact with thebuilding face. These rollers must complywith one of the following requirements (R408.10572) :

– Where the vertical working travel of aworking platform is more than 130 feet,the platform must be equipped withguide rollers or guide shoes that mustpositively engage guides, such as “T”rails or indented mullions. The guiderollers or guide shoes must enter theguides at the lowest possible speed andmust not require any manual assistancefrom an employee while the workplatform is in motion.

– A working platform that is installedbefore the effective date of R 408 andthat has a rise of more than 130 feet mayuse an equivalent means to tie theplatform to the building instead of guiderollers or guide shoes.

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 3-6 S3 The top guardrail on suspended equipmentmust be at least 42 inches high and must beable to withstand a force of at least 200pounds in any downward or outwarddirection (R 408.10575(11)(g)(ii)).

Note: The federal standards only require theguardrail to be 36 inches high and withstanda 100-pound force.

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 3-7 S3 Toeboards must be not less than 4 inches inheight from the top edge to the level of theplatform floor (R 408.10575(11)(g)(vi)).


N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 3-8 S3 Fiber rope must be used, maintained, andstored in accordance with certainrequirements (R 408.10583).

MI 3-9 S3 Synthetic rope must be used, maintained,and stored in accordance with certainrequirements (R 408.10584).

MI 4-1




MI 3-10 3.1 A powered platform installed or modifiedafter August 27, 1971, must comply withANSI A1 20.1 -1970, Safety Requirementsfor Powered Platforms for Exterior BuildingMaintenance (R 408.10561(1)).

MI 3-11 3.4 The stability factor against overturning mustbe at least 5 for horizontal traversing of aroof carriage (R 408.10565(4)(h)).

Note: The federal requirement is a stabilityfactor of at least 2.

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 3-12 3.22 No reverse bend is allowed in a wire rope(R 408.10575(18)(e)).

Note: The federal standard allows onereverse bend in every 6 wire rope lays.

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 3-13 3.22 For suspension wire ropes and ropeconnections, a bend radius in wire rope mustnot be less than 20 times the wire ropediameter (R 408.10575(18)(f)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

4. Powered Platforms: Inspections and Tests


S4 An employer that controls a poweredplatform must provide operating instructionsand a checklist for a visual inspection thatmust be used by the operator before eachdaily use of the platform (R408.10573(1)(a)).

MI 4-2 S4 The maintenance and inspection of poweredplatforms must comply with additional,more-detailed state requirements (R408.10574).

MI 4-3 S4 For suspension wire ropes and ropeconnections, wire rope must be inspectedand maintained as specified in theprovisions of R 408.10582 (R408.10575(18)(g)).

MI 5-1


MI 7-1


5. Powered Platforms: Maintenance


S5 Whenever possible, maintenance onpowered platforms must be performed withthe equipment in a stored position (R408.10568(4)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 5-2 S5 The maintenance and inspection of poweredplatforms must comply with additional,more-detailed state requirements (R408.10574).

MI 5-3 S5 For suspension wire ropes and ropeconnections, wire rope must be inspectedand maintained as specified in theprovisions of R 408.10582 (R408.10575(18)(g)).

6. Powered Platforms: Operations

7. Powered Platforms: Personal Fall Protection


7.1 Where 2 cables are used, each employee onthe work platform must use a safety harnessand lanyard that is attached to an individuallifeline. The lifeline must be secured to thebuilding structure and must be independentof any cable and structures that support thepowered platform (R 408.10562(8)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 7-2 7.1 Employees on working platforms must beprotected by a personal fall arrest systemthat is in compliance with the requirementsof Michigan's General Industry SafetyStandard, Part 33 (Personal ProtectiveEquipment). These requirements are slightlydifferent from those in 29 CFR 1910.66Appendix C (R 408.10575(12)(m)).

MI 8-1


8. Powered Platforms: Existing Installations


S8 Where thrustouts are used in place of a roofcar, they must be anchored to the buildingstructure with fasteners that are capable ofsustaining the imposed load (R408.10562(10)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 8-2 S8 A roof car must be used when it isnecessary to move a working platformhorizontally to a work or storage position (R408.10565(1)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 8-3 S8 The stability factor against overturning mustbe at least 5 for horizontal traversing of aroof carriage (R 408.10565(4)(h)).

Note: The federal requirement is a stabilityfactor of at least 2.

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 8-4 S8 A working platform that is used on theexterior of a building must be equipped withrollers that will be in contact with thebuilding face. These rollers must complywith one of the following requirements (R408.10572) :

– Where the vertical working travel of aworking platform is more than 130 feet,the platform must be equipped withguide rollers or guide shoes that mustpositively engage guides, such as “T”rails or indented mullions. The guiderollers or guide shoes must enter theguides at the lowest possible speed andmust not require any manual assistancefrom an employee while the workplatform is in motion.

– A working platform that is installedbefore the effective date of R 408 andthat has a rise of more than 130 feet mayuse an equivalent means to tie theplatform to the building instead of guiderollers or guide shoes.

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□




MI 8-5 S8 The top guardrail on suspended equipmentmust be at least 42 inches high and must beable to withstand a force of at least 200pounds in any downward or outwarddirection (R 408.10575(11)(g)(ii)).

Note: The federal standards only require theguardrail to be 36 inches high and withstanda 100-pound force.

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 8-6 S8 Toeboards must be not less than 4 inches inheight from the top edge to the level of theplatform floor (R 408.10575(11)(g)(vi)).


N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 8-7 S8 For suspension wire ropes and ropeconnections, a bend radius in wire rope mustnot be less than 20 times the wire ropediameter (R 408.10575(18)(f)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 8-8 S8 Fiber rope must be used, maintained, andstored in accordance with certainrequirements (R 408.10583).

MI 8-9 S8 Synthetic rope must be used, maintained,and stored in accordance with certainrequirements (R 408.10584).

MI 8-10 8.2 Where a roof car is used, safety interlocksmust be provided to ensure that the workingplatform will not leave the stored positionuntil the required positive position anchor isengaged and to ensure that the roof carcannot move when the working platform isnot in the stored position (R 408.10570).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 8-11 8.7 A powered platform installed or modifiedafter August 27, 1971, must comply withANSI A1 20.1 -1970, Safety Requirementsfor Powered Platforms for Exterior BuildingMaintenance (R 408.10561(1)).

MI 8-12 8.7 All of the parts of a powered platform thatare subject to stress, except for the wirerope, must have a design safety factor of notless than 5 (R 408.10571).

Note: The wire rope must have a safetyfactor of at least 10.

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 9-1




MI 8-13 8.7 No reverse bend is allowed in a wire rope(R 408.10575(18)(e)).

Note: The federal standard allows onereverse bend in every 6 wire rope lays.

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

9. Vehicle-Mounted Elevating and Rotating Work Platforms


9.1 Aerial platforms must comply with morerecent versions of ANSI standards thanthose specified in the federal standard. Theapplicable version of the ANSI standarddepends on the year in which the equipmentwas modified, remounted, designed,constructed, or tested (R 408.15821(1) andR 408.15821(3)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 9-2 9.1 A permanent label or tag must be affixed toan aerial platform modified, remounted,designed, constructed, or tested betweenMarch 28, 1975, and January 1, 2007,certifying compliance with the applicableANSI standard (R 408.15821(2)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 9-3 9.1 An aerial work platform must bear apermanent plate stating the designed ratedcapacity (R 408.15821(4)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□MI 9-4 9.1 An aerial work platform must be mounted

on a vehicle capable of sustaining, orreinforced to sustain, the imposed load. Thevehicle must be a stable support for theaerial device (R 408.15821(5)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 9-5 9.1 Each aerial work platform must be clearlymarked in a permanent manner with specialworkings, cautions, or restrictions necessaryfor operation and the rated work load. Thepermanent markings must also include aclear statement as to whether the platform iselectrically rated (R 408.15825(1)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 9-6 9.2 Appropriate precautions must be takenbefore beginning work around power lines(R 408.15817).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

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MI 9-7 9.2 The employer must ensure that an aerialwork platform is operated so that safeclearance from energized power lines andequipment is maintained. The clearances donot apply in the following circumstances (R408.15832(1) – R 408.15832(6)):

– The platform is used for tree trimmingoperations.

– The platform is used fortelecommunications work.

– Insulating barriers that are not attachedto the platform have been erected toprevent physical contact with the line.

– The owner of an energized power line orhis/her authorized representative or autility representative assures that theconductor is insulated for the systemvoltages and the task will notcompromise the insulation of theconductor and/or cause an electricalhazard.

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 9-8 9.5 Employees who will operate aerial platformsmust first receive instruction and training,conducted by a qualified person, in safeoperation of the equipment. The instructionmust include reading R 408.15815 (R408.15815(1)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 9-9 9.5 The employer must provide each trainedemployee who will operate aerial platformswith a permit indicating which aerialplatforms the employee is qualified tooperate. The permit, which may be valid upto 3 years, must include the information inR 408.15815(5) and R 408.15815(7). Thepermit must be carried at all times by theoperator or must be available at the jobsite/workplace (R 408.15815(2), R408.15815(4), and R 408.15815(6)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□




MI 9-10 9.5 On each platform, the employer mustprovide the manufacturer's operatinginstructions and safety rules for thatplatform. The employer must maintain thisinformation in a legible manner (R408.15815(9)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 9-11 9.5 The lifting and outrigger system of an aerialwork platform must be equipped with ameans such as a pilot-operated check valveto ensure that, if a power or hydraulic linefailure occurs, the system will not permit thework platform to drop in a free fall (R408.15821(6)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 9-12 9.5 Attachment points for personal fallprotection must be provided on aerial workplatforms (R 408.15825(8)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□MI 9-13 9.5 When employees are moving an aerial

platform, they must limit travel speedaccording to condition of the surface,congestion, slope, location of personnel, andany other hazards (R 408.15833(4)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 9-14 9.5 The employer must ensure that the operatorof an aerial work platform over or adjacentto any public or private roadway maintainsadequate clearances of all portions of theaerial work platform to prevent being struckby vehicular traffic. Traffic controls must beused in compliance with R 408.15810 and R408.42201 – R 408.42243 (R 408.15833(5)and R 408.15833(6)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 9-15 9.5 The employer must provide a safety harnessthat has a lanyard affixed to attachmentpoints provided and approved by themanufacturer, and each occupant of theplatform must use a safety harness. A fallarrest system may only be used where theaerial lift is designed to withstand thevertical and lateral loads caused by anarrested fall (R 408.15836(1)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□




MI 9-16 9.5 An employee may use a body belt with arestraint device where the lanyard and theanchor are arranged so that the employee isnot exposed to any fall distance. A body beltand restraint device must be used where theaerial lift cannot withstand the vertical andlateral loads imposed by an arrested fall. (R408.15836(2)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 9-17 9.5 An employee must not belt off to anadjacent pole, structure, or equipment whileworking from an aerial work platform (R408.15836(3)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 9-18 9.5 The employer may not allow employees toexit an elevated aerial work platform exceptwhere elevated work areas are inaccessibleor hazardous to reach. In these cases,employees may exit the platform with theknowledge and consent of the employer;however, when employees exit to unguardedwork areas, fall protection must be providedand used (R 408.15836(4)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 9-19 9.5 The employer must provide for promptrescue of employees in the event of a fall ormust assure that employees are able torescue themselves (R 408.15836(5)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 9-20 9.5 The guardrail system of the platform maynot be used to support materials, other workplatforms, or employees (R 408.15839(3)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□MI 9-21 9.5 Employees must maintain firm footing on

the platform while working. The use ofrailings, planks, ladders, or any otherdevices on the platform to achieveadditional height is prohibited (R408.15839(4)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 9-22 9.5 Platform gates must be closed while theplatform is in an elevated position (R408.15839(12)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□






MI 9-23 9.6 Directional controls must automaticallyreturn to the off or neutral position whenreleased, must be protected againstinadvertent operation, and must be clearlymarked with their intended function (R408.15825(2)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 9-24 9.6 An overriding control must be provided inthe platform. This control must becontinuously activated for platformdirectional controls to be operational andmust automatically return to the off positionwhen released (R 408.15825(3)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 9-25 9.6 Aerial work platforms must be equippedwith emergency controls at ground level thatare capable of overriding the platformcontrols (R 408.15825(6) and R408.15825(7)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 9-26 9.7 If the aerial work platform is rated and usedas an insulated aerial device, the electricalinsulating components must be tested atleast annually in accordance with ANSIA92.2 (2002). Written, dated, and signedtest reports must be maintained (R408.15831).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

10. Manlifts


MICHIGAN Occupational Health





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This checklist links each MICHIGAN regulatory requirement in the Occupational Health rulebook to itsclosest federal regulatory equivalent. It has been designed for use with the corresponding federal auditguide. For ease of reference, the state differences presented here are numbered both sequentially (in the“#” column) and in terms of the number that links them to the specific analogous question in the federalguide (in the “Fed-Ref” column). Note that section titles in this checklist are identical with the sectiontitles used in the federal guide.












MI 5-1


MI 7-1


1. Ventilation – Abrasive Blasting

2. Ventilation – Grinding, Polishing, and Buffing Operations

3. Ventilation – Spray Finishing Operations

4. Ventilation – Open Surface Tanks

5. Occupational Noise – General


5.1 The Michigan standards provide a chart todetermine the permitted daily exposure timewhen the noise exposure level is betweentwo listed permissible noise levels (R325.60105).

6. Nonionizing Radiation – General



7.1 The state has adopted ANSI Z9.3 (1985),“Spray Finishing Operations: Safety Codefor Design, Construction, and Ventilation”(R 325.50252(a)).

MI 7-2 7.1 Abrasive blasting must comply with NFPA68 (1954), “Explosion Venting Guide” (R325.50252(c)).




MI 7-3 7.1 The general ventilation control rule appliesto all processes and places of employment.This rule provides control methods forenclosures and controlled processes, supplyventilation systems, direct-fired air heaters,exhaust ventilation systems, local exhaustventilation, general ventilation systems,exhaust system discharge locations, andrecirculation of air from exhaust systems (R325.52001 – R 325.52012).

MICHIGAN Hazardous Materials





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Compressed Gases

This checklist links each MICHIGAN regulatory requirement in the Compressed Gases rulebook to itsclosest federal regulatory equivalent. It has been designed for use with the corresponding federal auditguide. For ease of reference, the state differences presented here are numbered both sequentially (in the“#” column) and in terms of the number that links them to the specific analogous question in the federalguide (in the “Fed-Ref” column). Note that section titles in this checklist are identical with the sectiontitles used in the federal guide.
















1. General

2. Compressed Gases

3. Acetylene

4. Hydrogen

5. Oxygen

6. Nitrous Oxide







Flammable Liquids

This checklist links each MICHIGAN regulatory requirement in the Flammable Liquids rulebook to itsclosest federal regulatory equivalent. It has been designed for use with the corresponding federal auditguide. For ease of reference, the state differences presented here are numbered both sequentially (in the“#” column) and in terms of the number that links them to the specific analogous question in the federalguide (in the “Fed-Ref” column). Note that section titles in this checklist are identical with the sectiontitles used in the federal guide.








MI 1-1

MI 2-1


1. Containers and Portable Tanks – General


S1 The State Fire Marshal has adopted thefollowing NFPA standards (R 29.5601 – R29.5917):

– NFPA 30 (2012), Flammable andCombustible Liquids Code;

– NFPA 30A (2012), Code for Motor FuelDispensing Facilities and RepairGarages;

– NFPA 31 (2011), Standard for theInstallation of Oil-Burning Equipment;and

– NFPA 37 (2010), Standard for theInstallation and Use of StationaryCombustion Engines and Gas Turbines.

2. Piping, Valves, and Fittings – General







MI 3-1







3. Tanks







4. Flammable Liquids – Industrial Plants

5. Bulk Plants – General

6. Processing Plants

7. Refineries, Chemical Plants, and Distilleries

8. Wharves at Bulk Plants, Chemical Plants, Refineries, and Distilleries

MI 9-1



9. Service Stations













Spray Finishing Using Flammable and Combustible Materials

This checklist links each MICHIGAN regulatory requirement in the Spray Finishing Using Flammableand Combustible Materials rulebook to its closest federal regulatory equivalent. It has been designed foruse with the corresponding federal audit guide. For ease of reference, the state differences presentedhere are numbered both sequentially (in the “#” column) and in terms of the number that links them tothe specific analogous question in the federal guide (in the “Fed-Ref” column). Note that section titlesin this checklist are identical with the section titles used in the federal guide.
















1. General

2. Electrostatic Hand Spraying

3. Fixed Electrostatic Apparatus

4. Powder Coating

5. Drying, Curing, or Fusion

6. Spray Peroxides







Dip Tanks

This checklist links each MICHIGAN regulatory requirement in the Dip Tanks rulebook to its closestfederal regulatory equivalent. It has been designed for use with the corresponding federal audit guide.For ease of reference, the state differences presented here are numbered both sequentially (in the “#”column) and in terms of the number that links them to the specific analogous question in the federalguide (in the “Fed-Ref” column). Note that section titles in this checklist are identical with the sectiontitles used in the federal guide.













1. General

2. Flammable Liquids

3. Additional Criteria







Explosives

This checklist links each MICHIGAN regulatory requirement in the Explosives rulebook to its closestfederal regulatory equivalent. It has been designed for use with the corresponding federal audit guide.For ease of reference, the state differences presented here are numbered both sequentially (in the “#”column) and in terms of the number that links them to the specific analogous question in the federalguide (in the “Fed-Ref” column). Note that section titles in this checklist are identical with the sectiontitles used in the federal guide.

















1. Storage of Explosives

2. Use of Explosives

3. Transport of Explosives

4. Ammonium Nitrate

5. Blasting Agents

6. Water Gel

7. Small Arms







Liquefied Petroleum Gas

This checklist links each MICHIGAN regulatory requirement in the Liquefied Petroleum Gas rulebookto its closest federal regulatory equivalent. It has been designed for use with the corresponding federalaudit guide. For ease of reference, the state differences presented here are numbered both sequentially(in the “#” column) and in terms of the number that links them to the specific analogous question in thefederal guide (in the “Fed-Ref” column). Note that section titles in this checklist are identical with thesection titles used in the federal guide.
















1. General

2. DOT Cylinder Systems

3. Non–DOT Cylinder Systems

4. Storage of LPG Containers Awaiting Use or Resale

5. Use of LPG as a Motor Fuel

6. Service Stations







Anhydrous Ammonia

This checklist links each MICHIGAN regulatory requirement in the Anhydrous Ammonia rulebook toits closest federal regulatory equivalent. It has been designed for use with the corresponding federalaudit guide. For ease of reference, the state differences presented here are numbered both sequentially(in the “#” column) and in terms of the number that links them to the specific analogous question in thefederal guide (in the “Fed-Ref” column). Note that section titles in this checklist are identical with thesection titles used in the federal guide.

















1. General Ammonia Systems

2. Stationary Refrigerated Storage Systems

3. Stationary Nonrefrigerated Storage Systems

4. Systems Using Portable DOT Containers

5. Non–farm Tank Motor Vehicles Carrying Ammonia

6. Ammonia Farm Tank Vehicles (soil)

7. Ammonia Farm Tank Vehicles (non-soil)


MICHIGAN Process Safety





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This checklist links each MICHIGAN regulatory requirement in the Process Safety rulebook to itsclosest federal regulatory equivalent. It has been designed for use with the corresponding federal auditguide. For ease of reference, the state differences presented here are numbered both sequentially (in the“#” column) and in terms of the number that links them to the specific analogous question in the federalguide (in the “Fed-Ref” column). Note that section titles in this checklist are identical with the sectiontitles used in the federal guide.



















1. Employee Participation

2. Process Safety Information

3. Process Hazard Analysis

4. Operating Procedures

5. Training

6. Contractors

7. Pre-startup Safety Review

8. Mechanical Integrity

9. Hot Work Permit

10. Management of Change (MOC)







11. Incident Investigation

12. Emergency Planning and Response

13. Compliance Audits

14. Trade Secrets


MICHIGAN HAZWOPER





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Hazardous Waste Cleanup Operations

This checklist links each MICHIGAN regulatory requirement in the Hazardous Waste CleanupOperations rulebook to its closest federal regulatory equivalent. It has been designed for use with thecorresponding federal audit guide. For ease of reference, the state differences presented here arenumbered both sequentially (in the “#” column) and in terms of the number that links them to thespecific analogous question in the federal guide (in the “Fed-Ref” column). Note that section titles inthis checklist are identical with the section titles used in the federal guide.








MI 1-1




MI 5-1


1. Hazardous Waste Cleanup Operations – Safety and Health Program


1.1 The organizational structure section of thesafety and health program must be madeavailable to all affected employees (R325.52104(4)(c)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 1-2 1.3 The site safety and health plan must providethe names of key personnel who areresponsible for site safety and health,including a safety and health supervisor, aswell as the names of alternates (R325.52104(6)(a)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

2. Hazardous Waste Cleanup Operations – Site Characterization and Analysis

3. Hazardous Waste Cleanup Operations – Site Control Program

4. Hazardous Waste Cleanup Operations – Training

5. Hazardous Waste Cleanup Operations – Medical Surveillance


5.2 The passage of time must be included as aconsideration when determining if exposuresmay have increased enough to requireperiodic workplace monitoring (R325.52119(4)(e)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 6-1










6. Hazardous Waste Cleanup Operations – Engineering Controls, Work Practices, and PPE


6.5 The written personal protective equipment(PPE) program must address proper use ofPPE (R 325.52118(8)(i)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

7. Hazardous Waste Cleanup Operations – Monitoring

8. Hazardous Waste Cleanup Operations – Informational Programs

9. Hazardous Waste Cleanup Operations – Handling Drums and Containers

10. Hazardous Waste Cleanup Operations – Decontamination

11. Hazardous Waste Cleanup Operations – Emergency Response by Employees atUncontrolled Hazardous Waste Sites

12. Hazardous Waste Cleanup Operations – Illumination

13. Hazardous Waste Cleanup Operations – Sanitation at Temporary Workplaces

14. Hazardous Waste Cleanup Operations – New Technology Programs




MICHIGAN HAZWOPER





Emergency Response and Cleanup Operations at TSD Facilities

This checklist links each MICHIGAN regulatory requirement in the Emergency Response and CleanupOperations at TSD Facilities rulebook to its closest federal regulatory equivalent. It has been designedfor use with the corresponding federal audit guide. For ease of reference, the state differences presentedhere are numbered both sequentially (in the “#” column) and in terms of the number that links them tothe specific analogous question in the federal guide (in the “Fed-Ref” column). Note that section titlesin this checklist are identical with the section titles used in the federal guide.








MI 1-1



1. Hazardous Waste Emergency Response and Cleanup at TSD Facilities


1.1 The organizational structure section of thesafety and health program must be madeavailable to all affected employees (R325.52104(4)(c)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 1-2 1.1 The site safety and health plan must providethe names of key personnel who areresponsible for site safety and health,including a safety and health supervisor, aswell as the names of alternates (R325.52104(6)(a)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 1-3 1.3 The passage of time must be included as aconsideration when determining if exposuresmay have increased enough to requireperiodic workplace monitoring (R325.52119(4)(e)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 1-4 1.8 The written personal protective equipment(PPE) program must address proper use ofPPE (R 325.52118(8)(i)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□


MICHIGAN HAZWOPER





Other Emergency Response Operations

This checklist links each MICHIGAN regulatory requirement in the Other Emergency ResponseOperations rulebook to its closest federal regulatory equivalent. It has been designed for use with thecorresponding federal audit guide. For ease of reference, the state differences presented here arenumbered both sequentially (in the “#” column) and in terms of the number that links them to thespecific analogous question in the federal guide (in the “Fed-Ref” column). Note that section titles inthis checklist are identical with the section titles used in the federal guide.











1. Other Emergency Response Operations


MICHIGAN Personal Protective Equipment





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This checklist links each MICHIGAN regulatory requirement in the Personal Protective Equipmentrulebook to its closest federal regulatory equivalent. It has been designed for use with the correspondingfederal audit guide. For ease of reference, the state differences presented here are numbered bothsequentially (in the “#” column) and in terms of the number that links them to the specific analogousquestion in the federal guide (in the “Fed-Ref” column). Note that section titles in this checklist areidentical with the section titles used in the federal guide.








MI 1-1

MI 2-1


1. Personal Protective Equipment: General Requirements


1.2 The employer is not required to pay forprescription safety eyewear with sideshieldsas long as the employer provides safetyeyewear that fits over an employee’sprescription lenses (R 325.60003a(4) and R408.13310a(4)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 1-2 1.2 The employer must pay for protection whenordinary weather gear is not sufficient andspecial equipment or extraordinary clothingis needed to protect the employee fromunusually severe weather conditions.Clothing used in artificially controlledenvironments with extreme hot or coldtemperatures, such as freezers, is notconsidered part of the weather gearexception (R 325.60003a(7) and R408.13310a(9)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 1-3 1.2 The employer is not required to pay for PPEthat exceeds the requirements, includingupgraded or personalized PPE, provided thatthe employer provides PPE that meets thestandards at no cost to the employee (R325.60003a(8)(a) and R 408.13310a(10)(a)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

2. Eye and Face Protection


S2 Michigan standards for foundrymen'sgoggles must be met (R 408.13366).

MI 2-2 2.2 Cleaning facilities for face and eyeprotectorsmust be provided away from the hazard butreadily accessible to the wearer (R408.13313(2)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 2-3 2.2 A face or eye protector must be for theindividual and exclusive use of the person towhom it is issued. If circumstances requirereissue, the protector must be thoroughlycleaned and sanitized and inspected toensure it is in good condition (R408.13313(4)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 3-1


2. Eye and Face Protection


MI 2-4 2.2 Materials used in the manufacturing of eyeprotectors must comply with specificrequirements (R 408.13352).

MI 2-5 2.2 Lenses used in eye protectors must complywith the specific requirements (R408.13353).

MI 2-6 2.2 Michigan standards for eyecup goggles mustbe met (R 408.13355).

MI 2-7 2.2 Michigan standards for flexible andcushioned fitting goggles must be met (R408.13362).

MI 2-8 2.2 Michigan standards for metal, plastic, andcombination metal and plastic safety glassesmust be met (R 408.13369).

MI 2-9 2.2 The Michigan standards for face shieldsmust be met (R 408.13340 – R 408.13347).

3. Head Protection


3.1 Head protection must be provided wherethere is a risk of injury from electric shock,hair entanglement, chemicals, or temperatureextremes (R 408.13370(1)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 3-2 3.1 Service facilities must be provided for thesanitizing and replacement of needed partswhen necessary. In addition, before headprotection is reissued, it must be thoroughlycleaned and sanitized (R 408.13370(2)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 3-3 3.1 Head protection equipment that has beenphysically altered or damaged must not beworn or reissued to an employee (R408.13370(3)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 3-4 3.1 Employees may not physically alter, andmust guard against damage to, the headprotection equipment provided (R408.13370(4)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 4-1


3. Head Protection


MI 3-5 3.1 Employees must use the provided headprotection equipment in accordance withinstructions and training received (R408.13370(5)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 3-6 3.1 Hard hats must meet additional staterequirements, primarily related to electricalprotection (R 408.13375).

MI 3-7 3.2 State standards for hoods must be met (R408.13376).

MI 3-8 3.2 State standards for hair enclosures must bemet (R 408.13378).

4. Foot Protection


4.1 In addition to the federal foot protectionrequirements, Michigan requires that wherea hazard is created from a process,environment, chemical, or mechanicalirritant that would cause an injury orimpairment to the feet by absorption orphysical contact (other than from impact),footwear such as boots, overshoes, rubbers,wooden-soled shoes, or their equivalentmust be used (R 408.13386).

MI 4-2 4.2 Protective footwear that an employerdemonstrates is at least as effective asfootwear constructed in accordance with oneof the adopted ANSI standards is consideredto be in compliance with the regulations (R408.13383(2)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 5-1


5. Electrical Protective Equipment


S5 Exposed conductors or equipment that isenergized from 750 volts to 28,000 voltsand that an employee may reach into ortouch must be isolated or covered with atleast one of the following (R408.13387(12)):

– an insulating blanket;

– an insulating hood;

– an insulating line hose; or

– an insulating barrier.

Note: This requirement does not apply toconductors or equipment being worked ondirectly.

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 5-2 S5 Employees must use insulating gloves andsleeves capable of withstanding the imposedvoltage when performing certain activities(R 408.13387(13)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

Guide Note

• Confirm that employees use appropriate insulating gloves and sleeves when conducting any ofthe following activities:

– The employee is working directly on, or within reaching distance of, a conductor orequipment at a nominal voltage of 750 volts or more, except when he/she is usingbarehanded techniques or a hot stick. Sleeves are not required for employees who performroutine switching operations in a substation or powerhouse.

Note: An employee who uses gloves and sleeves and works directly on or within reachingdistance of a conductor or equipment energized at more than 5,000 volts phase to groundmust do so from an insulated platform or board or an aerial device that has an insulatedbasket.

– The employee is connecting or disconnecting primary neutrals, pole ground wires, or otherconductors normally connected to static wires or energized equipment, except that glovesand sleeves are optional when connecting and disconnecting a service neutral or secondaryneutral.

– The employee is working on a de-energized conductor that extends into an area in whichcontact may be made with an energized conductor or exposed parts of energizedequipment, unless the conductor is grounded or isolated. Insulating sleeves are optional atvoltages of less than 750 volts.





5. Electrical Protective Equipment


MI 5-3 S5 Employees must use insulating glovescapable of withstanding the imposed voltagewhen performing either of the followingactivities (R 408.13387(14)):

– working with a hole digger while usingbooms or winch lines where the holedigger may contact conductors orequipment energized at a voltage of 300volts or more, unless the employee is inthe enclosed cab of the equipment; and

– working directly on a conductor orequipment energized at a voltage ofmore than 240 volts, unless theemployee is using test equipment.

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

6. Hand Protection

7. Respiratory Protection

8. Personal Fall Protection Systems

MI 9-1




S9 Employers must ensure that any employeewho is required to work under conditionswhere his or her clothing becomes wet dueto a condition other than the weather orperspiration uses aprons, coats, jackets,sleeves, or other garments that will keep theemployee’s clothing dry. The garment’smaterial must be unaffected by the wettingagent (R 408.13394(1) – R 408.13394(2)).

Note: The provision of dry, clean, acid-resistant clothing, in addition to rubbershoes or short boots and an apron, isconsidered a satisfactory substitute forprotective clothing where small parts arecleaned, plated, or acid-dipped in an opentank (R 408.13394(3)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 9-2 S9 When abrasive blasting is not protected byan enclosure, the operator must use heavycanvas or leather gloves and aprons or theirequivalent to provide protection from theimpact of abrasives (R 408.13394(4)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MICHIGAN Confined Space





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This checklist links each MICHIGAN regulatory requirement in the Confined Space rulebook to itsclosest federal regulatory equivalent. It has been designed for use with the corresponding federal auditguide. For ease of reference, the state differences presented here are numbered both sequentially (in the“#” column) and in terms of the number that links them to the specific analogous question in the federalguide (in the “Fed-Ref” column). Note that section titles in this checklist are identical with the sectiontitles used in the federal guide.












2. Contractors

MI 3-1


3. Permit–Required Confined Space Program


S3 When an employee enters a confined spacethat contains bulk or loose material thatcould engulf the employee, all of thefollowing requirements must be met (R408.10016(2)(a) – R 408.10016(2)(e)):

– A safety belt and lifeline must be used(R 408.10016(2)(a) and R408.10016(2)(b)).

– Visual, voice, or signal linecommunications must be maintainedbetween a person outside the confinedspace and all employees in the confinedspace (R 408.10016(2)(c)).

– If an employee working in a confinedspace must be lifted vertically to beremoved from the space, at least 1person must be working in theimmediate vicinity or a mechanicalmeans must be provided before the workstarts to lift the employee out of theconfined space (R 408.10016(2)(d)).

– The supply of material must be shut off.The discharge must also be shut off, iffeasible (R 408.10016(2)(e)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 3-2 S3 An employee may enter a confined spacehaving an atmosphere within or above theexplosive range only when all of thefollowing criteria are met (R 408.10016(4)):

– The employee enters the confined spaceto correct a condition causing theexplosive atmosphere.

– The condition cannot be corrected byany other means.

– The atmosphere cannot be purged belowthe lower explosive limit.

– All sources of ignition in or around thespace are prohibited.

N/A.

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Complies.

□

Does NotComply

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MI 3-3 3.4 Before an employee is permitted to enter aconfined space that could contain anexplosive atmosphere, the atmosphere mustbe tested to determine if it is within orabove the explosive range (R 408.10016(3)).

N/A.

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Complies.

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Does NotComply

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3. Permit–Required Confined Space Program


MI 3-4 3.4 An atmosphere that could be deficient inoxygen or could contain harmful toxicsubstances must be tested in accordancewith certain requirements (R 408.10016(5)).

N/A.

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Complies.

□

Does NotComply

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4. Permits

5. Training and Duties

6. Rescue Operations and Equipment

7. Program Review


MICHIGAN Lockout and Tagout





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This checklist links each MICHIGAN regulatory requirement in the Lockout and Tagout rulebook to itsclosest federal regulatory equivalent. It has been designed for use with the corresponding federal auditguide. For ease of reference, the state differences presented here are numbered both sequentially (in the“#” column) and in terms of the number that links them to the specific analogous question in the federalguide (in the “Fed-Ref” column). Note that section titles in this checklist are identical with the sectiontitles used in the federal guide.








MI 1-1

MI 2-1




S1 If a specific General Industry Safetystandard contains lockout/tagoutrequirements, the specific provisions in thatGeneral Industry Safety standard willprevail if there is a conflict with therequirements of 29 CFR 1910.147 (R408.18501(2)).

MI 1-2 1.2 The Michigan standard does not require awritten copy of lockout/tagout procedureswhen working on or near exposeddeenergized parts (R 408.14004).

N/A.

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Complies.

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Does NotComply

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2. Application and Release of Energy Controls


2.2 The following additional steps must befollowed, in the order presented, beforecircuits or equipment is reenergized, eventemporarily (R 408.14004(10)):

– Employees who are exposed to thehazards associated with reenergizing thecircuit or equipment must be warned tostay clear.

– Each lock must be removed by theemployee who applied it or by anemployee who is under his/her directsupervision.

– If the employee who applied the lock isabsent from the workplace and the lockmust be removed, the removal may bedone by a qualified person who isdesignated to perform this task. Beforethe lock is removed, the employer mustconfirm that the employee who appliedthe lock is not available at theworkplace. The employer must alsoensure that the original employee isaware that the lock has been removedbefore he/she resumes work at thatworkplace.

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□




MICHIGAN General Environmental Controls





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This checklist links each MICHIGAN regulatory requirement in the General Environmental Controlsrulebook to its closest federal regulatory equivalent. It has been designed for use with the correspondingfederal audit guide. For ease of reference, the state differences presented here are numbered bothsequentially (in the “#” column) and in terms of the number that links them to the specific analogousquestion in the federal guide (in the “Fed-Ref” column). Note that section titles in this checklist areidentical with the section titles used in the federal guide.








MI 1-1



1. Sanitation


1.1 Materials, including scrap and debris, mustbe piled, stacked, or placed in a container ina manner that does not create a hazard to anemployee (R 408.10015(1)).

N/A.

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Complies.

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Does NotComply

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MI 1-2 1.1 The floor of a work area, passageway, oraisle must be maintained free of hazardousaccumulations of scrap, debris, water, oil,grease, and other slip and trip hazards,except where an immediate emergencyoperation must be performed (R408.10015(3)).

N/A.

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Complies.

□

Does NotComply

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MI 1-3 1.1 Where vegetation is a hazard, an employeemust be protected by vegetation control orother means of protection, such as but notlimited to a barrier, personal protectiveequipment, or medication (R 408.10015(5)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 1-4 1.1 A storage area must be kept free fromaccumulations of materials that constitute ahazard from fire, explosion, or pestharborage (R 408.10015(6)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 1-5 1.1 An employer must not distribute, makeavailable, furnish, or supply a container thatis known to have contained a hazardoussubstance unless the container has beenthoroughly cleaned to remove all traces ofany hazardous substance, except where thecontainer is refilled with the same substance(R 408.10037).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

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2. Temporary Labor Camps

MI 3-1

MI 4-1


3. Safety Color Code For Marking Physical Hazards


3.1 A safety can must be red in color (R408.10018(1)).

Note: The federal standard requires anadditional yellow band or labelling.

N/A.

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Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 3-2 3.1 Solid yellow, yellow and black stripes, oryellow with a suitable contrastingbackground may be used interchangeablyfor marking physical hazards (R408.10018(1)).

N/A.

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Complies.

□

Does NotComply

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4. Specifications for Accident Prevention Signs and Tags


S4 Lettering must be block style, with uppercase for the upper panel and upper or upper-and-lower case for the lower panel (R408.13708(1)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 4-2 S4 Letter size must be determined by the lengthof the message and maximum visibility andreadability. A table of minimum letter sizesis provided (R 408.13708(2) and R408.13708(3)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 4-3 S4 An accident prevention sign must bedisplayed with at least 2 foot-candles ofillumination at or near the sign during hourswhen an employee would be present (R408.13709(2)).

N/A.

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Complies.

□

Does NotComply

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MI 4-4 S4 Exit signs must comply with therequirements of R 408.10685(3) and R408.10686. In addition, any exit signsinstalled after December 13, 1974, musthave red or white letters on a contrasting redor white field. An internally illuminated signmust have translucent letters, and thebackground may be either opaque ortranslucent. The sign must have a directionalarrow in the same color as the word “exit”(R 408.13714).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□



4. Specifications for Accident Prevention Signs and Tags


MI 4-5 S4 Directional signs must have a white arrowon a black upper panel, and a white lowerpanel with black lettering (if any). Adirectional arrow used on a danger, caution,or safety instructional sign must be black (R408.13716).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 4-6 4.2 Michigan has adopted ANSI Z53.1-1971,Safety Color Code, for sign and letteringcolors (R 408.13705(1)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□MI 4-7 4.4 Accident prevention tags are to be used only

as a temporary warning of an existinghazard (such as defective tools orequipment) and may not be used in place ofan accident prevention sign or considered acomplete warning method (R 408.13731).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 4-8 4.4 A “do not start” tag must be used to tag outthe starting mechanism of equipment thatwould cause a hazardous condition ifactivated, unless it is locked out (R408.13732).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 4-9 4.4 An “out of order” tag must be used only toindicate that equipment or machinery is outof order and that its use might create ahazard (R 408.13735).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 4-10 4.5 Placement of an accident prevention signmust be such that all of the followingrequirements are met (R 408.13709(1)(a) –R 408.13709(1)(c)):

– There is enough warning to avoid thehazard or to take appropriate action.

– The sign is legible and withoutdistraction and does not create a hazardin itself.

– The sign will not be obscured if amoveable object is moved.

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□


MICHIGAN Medical and First Aid





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This checklist links each MICHIGAN regulatory requirement in the Medical and First Aid rulebook toits closest federal regulatory equivalent. It has been designed for use with the corresponding federalaudit guide. For ease of reference, the state differences presented here are numbered both sequentially(in the “#” column) and in terms of the number that links them to the specific analogous question in thefederal guide (in the “Fed-Ref” column). Note that section titles in this checklist are identical with thesection titles used in the federal guide.












1. Medical Services and First Aid

2. ANSI Emergency Eyewash and Shower Equipment Standards


MICHIGAN Fire Protection





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This checklist links each MICHIGAN regulatory requirement in the Fire Protection rulebook to itsclosest federal regulatory equivalent. It has been designed for use with the corresponding federal auditguide. For ease of reference, the state differences presented here are numbered both sequentially (in the“#” column) and in terms of the number that links them to the specific analogous question in the federalguide (in the “Fed-Ref” column). Note that section titles in this checklist are identical with the sectiontitles used in the federal guide.








MI 1-1

MI 2-1


1. Fire Brigades


S1 The Michigan requirements for fire brigadepersonal protective equipment do not list theextensive testing requirements that are in thefederal regulations; instead, NFPA 1971(1997), “Standard on Protective Ensemblefor Structural Fire Fighting and ProximityFire Fighting,” is adopted by reference intothe state code (R 408.17314 – R408.17318).

MI 1-2 1.10 Michigan requires self-contained breathingapparatus (SCBA) to meet NFPA 1981-87,Open Circuit Self-Contained BreathingApparatus (R 408.17320(5)).

2. Fire Extinguishers


2.1 Eleven listed extinguishing agents with highvapor toxicity, or any other agents withequal or greater vapor toxicity, areprohibited (R 408.10814).

Note: The federal standard prohibits only 2of these agents.

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 2-2 2.1 Extinguishers must be located where theywill be readily seen and accessible alongnormal paths of travel (R 408.10831(1)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□MI 2-3 2.1 If an extinguisher is located where a visual

obstruction cannot be avoided, a sign, colorsymbol, or other means must be used toindicate the location (R 408.10831(2)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 2-4 2.1 Extinguishers of different classes groupedtogether must be marked in a manner tofacilitate the proper choice in case of a fire.An extinguisher with an extinguishing agentthat conducts electricity must bear a labelreading “not for electrical fires” that islegible from at least 3 feet (R408.10831(3)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□




2. Fire Extinguishers


MI 2-5 2.1 Extinguishers must be mounted inaccordance with certain requirementsrelating to visibility, weight, andtemperature extremes (R 408.10833).

MI 2-6 2.2 Michigan defines a Class K fire—a fire incooking appliances that involve combustiblevegetable or animal oils and fats (R408.10803(6)).

MI 2-7 2.2 Class K fires must be considered whenextinguishers are classified and selected (R408.10811 and R 408.10813).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□MI 2-8 2.2 Fire extinguishers must be selected and

distributed according to specific staterequirements, which are much more detailedthan the federal requirements. Michigan'sstandards also include tables and diagramsbased on occupancy hazard (R 408.10821 –R 408.10826).

MI 2-9 2.3 An employer maintaining its ownextinguisher(s) must use rechargingmaterials of the class specified on theextinguisher nameplate or recommended bythe manufacturer for recharging (R408.10837).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 2-10 2.4 Michigan's specific requirements forhydrostatic tests of fire extinguishers, whichare somewhat different from those in thefederal standard, must be met (R408.10836).

MI 2-11 2.5 The Michigan standard does not includetraining requirements. (No Citation)

3. Standpipe Systems

4. Automatic Sprinkler Systems

MI 5-1








5. Fixed Fire Extinguishing Systems


S5 The Michigan standard for fixed fireequipment is much more stringent anddetailed than the federal equivalent.Michigan has generally adopted the NFPAstandards for the various equipment typesand applied them in a fashion similar to alocal fire or building code (R 408.10901 – R408.10999).

6. Total Flooding Systems

7. Dry Chemical Systems

8. Gas Extinguishing Agent Systems

9. Fixed Systems with Water or Foam

10. Fire Detection Systems

11. Employee Alarm Systems

MI 12-1




12.1 Michigan has adopted NFPA 1-UFC (2006),with amendments (R 29.1652).

MICHIGAN Compressed Gases





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This checklist links each MICHIGAN regulatory requirement in the Compressed Gases rulebook to itsclosest federal regulatory equivalent. It has been designed for use with the corresponding federal auditguide. For ease of reference, the state differences presented here are numbered both sequentially (in the“#” column) and in terms of the number that links them to the specific analogous question in the federalguide (in the “Fed-Ref” column). Note that section titles in this checklist are identical with the sectiontitles used in the federal guide.










1. Compressed Air Receivers

MI 2-1


2. State Requirements for Fired and Unfired Pressure Vessels


S2 Certain equipment is exempt from allrequirements. Exempted equipment includesbut is not limited to the following:

– a nonvaporizing, organic fluid boiler, ifit meets all of the following conditions(R 408.4047(f)):

♦ the system is vented and does not havevalves or restrictions in the pipebetween the boiler and the vent;

♦ the vent pipe is sized so that thethermal expansion of the fluid will notresult in an increase in pressure on thesystem, which is verifiable withengineering data; and

♦ the owner or user provides the BoilerDivision with calculations performedby an engineer verifing that pressuredue to thermal expansion cannot existin the boiler as installed.

– a low-pressure steam boiler that has avolume of less than 5 cubic feet and thatdoes not have piped feed connections (R408.4047(g));

– a water tube or coil-type hot waterheating boiler requiring forcedcirculation not exceeding any of thefollowing (R 408.4047(h)):

♦ maximum water temperature of 200°F;

♦ relief valve set pressure of 30 psi; and

♦ heat input of 200,000 BTU/hr.

Exception: Modular or multiple boilerinstallations exceeding 1,000,000BTU/hr input are not exempt.

MI 2-2 S2 If a boiler will be moved out of state fortemporary use or repairs, the owner mustapply for permission to reinstall the boiler inMichigan. Any repairs conducted out ofstate must be performed by properlylicensed organizations in accordance withNBIC requirements (R 408.4171).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□




MI 2-3 S2 Irrespective of size, a fired or electricallyheated steam kettle that has piped feedconnections must comply with the samerequirements as those for boilers. (R408.4182).

MI 2-4 S2 If an accident renders a boiler inoperative,the owner or user must immediately notifythe Boiler Division. For a serious accident,notice must be given by the quickest methodavailable, and neither the boiler nor any ofits parts may be removed or disturbed beforean inspection has been made by aninspector, except to save human life. A“serious accident” means a condition orfailure that results in bodily injury orphysical damage to equipment or propertyother than the boiler or that creates a uniqueor unusual explosion hazard (R408.4163(1)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

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Does NotComply

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MI 2-5 2.1 The state has adopted the 2010 edition ofthe following sections of the AmericanSociety of Mechanical Engineers' Boiler andPressure Vessel Code (ASME Code), with2011a addenda (R 408.4025(1)):

– Section I, Rules for Construction ofPower Boilers;

– Section II, Materials;

– Section III, Nuclear Power PlantComponents;

– Section IV, Rules for Construction ofHeating Boilers;

– Section V, Nondestructive Examination;

– Section VIII, Rules for Construction ofPressure Vessels (Divisions 1, 2, and 3);

– Section IX, Welding and BrazingQualifications;

– Section X, Fiber Reinforced PlasticPressure Vessels; and

– Section XI, Rules for In ServiceInspections of Nuclear Power Plants.




MI 2-6 2.1 The state has adopted the 2011 edition ofthe National Board Inspection Code (NBIC)(R 408.4024(1)).

MI 2-7 2.1 The state has adopted the 2010 edition ofANSI/ASME B31.1, Power Piping, with2011a addenda (R 408.4025(1)).

MI 2-8 2.1 The state has adopted the 2009 edition ofANSI/ASME CSD-1, Controls and SafetyDevices for Automatically Fired Boilers (R408.4027(1)).

MI 2-9 2.1 An owner or user may install a rental boileronly if the all of the following criteria aremet (R 408.4139):

– A rental boiler must be inspected beforeit is rented, and the boiler must beapproved for temporary installation.

– An inspection certificate for an approvedrental boiler is valid for 12 months.

– A licensed boiler installer must securean installation permit each time a rentalboiler is reinstalled. The permitapplication for an installed rental boilermust be posted at the rental boiler.

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 2-10 2.1 Where applicable, boiler installations mustcomply with the requirements of theMichigan Mechanical Code, PlumbingCode, and Electrical Code (R 408.4031(2))

MI 2-11 2.1 Only a licensed boiler installer may reinstalla used or secondhand boiler (R 408.4177).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□MI 2-12 2.1 The clearances for a new boiler must meet

the manufacturer's instructions and NBICrequirements, or must be a minimum of 24inches between a boiler, its controls, firingequipment, and appurtenances and thebuilding walls and partitions or other boilersor machinery, whichever is greater. (R408.4197).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□




MI 2-13 2.1 The elevation of a boiler above the floormust comply with the requirements of theMichigan Mechanical Code at R 408.30901aet seq. (R 408.4197).

MI 2-14 2.1 Non-vaporizing organic fluid boilers that arenot exempt must comply with ASME Coderequirements (R 408.4511).

MI 2-15 2.1 The installation of stairways, ladders,platforms, and runways must meet NBICrequirements (R 408.4193).

Exception: A platform must be installed atone end of all drums of a water tube boilerthat are more than 4 feet above the floor orwalkway to permit safe access to the interiorof the drums for cleanout and inspection.

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 2-16 2.1 Exits from a boiler room must comply withthe Michigan Building Code at R408.30401 – R 408.30547 (R 408.4195).




MI 2-17 2.1 Boiler blowdown vessels must comply withthe following construction requirements (R408.4701):

– have a minimum allowable workingpressure of 50 psig;

– be sized so that the internal pressure ofthe vessel, its fittings, and connectionsdoes not rise more than 5 psig aboveambient pressure during blowdown;

– be provided with adequate openings tofacilitate internal cleaning andinspection;

– be provided with the following fittingsand connection openings in addition tothose provided by the manufacturer forthe proper installation and operation ofthe vessel:

♦ a vent connection;

♦ a drain connection (although a drainconnection is not required on aseparator);

♦ a thermometer that has a maximumscale reading of 300°F and that islocated in the water outlet from theblowdown vessel; and

♦ a pressure gauge that is graduatedfrom 0 to 30 psig and that is attachedto the top of the steam space of theblowdown vessel.

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 2-18 2.1 The blowdown vessel must be installed in alocation that prevents it and its connectedpiping from freezing. The blowdown vesselmust be installed in a manner that permitsboth internal and external inspection (R408.4701).

N/A.

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Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 2-19 2.2 All owners or users of boilers and theirinstallations in use or installed ready for usemust report to the chief inspector thelocation, type, capacity, age, and date ofinstallation. The report must be on LARA-prescribed forms.(R 408.4045(1)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□




MI 2-20 2.2 When either the boiler itself or the boiler'slocation changes ownership, the new ownermust notify the Boiler Division of thechange in ownership (R 408.4045(2)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 2-21 2.2 A boiler owner or user must notify theBoiler Division immediately if the boiler'sinsurance has been discontinued (R408.4045(3)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 2-22 2.2 A permit is required in the followingcircumstances (R 408.4033(3)):

– whenever the equipment undergoes achange in use (e.g., between low andhigh pressure for boilers, between hotwater supply and hot water heating,between steam heating and hot watersupply, or between steam heating andhot water heating); or

– when sections of sectional boilers (e.g.,heat exchangers; feed water heaters oreconomizers; and tube bundles) arereplaced by mechanical methods withoutwelding.

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 2-23 2.3 Power boilers, process boilers, or high-pressure, high-temperature water boilersmust receive a certificate inspectionannually. Such boilers must also beexternally inspected annually, while underpressure, within 6 months from the date ofthe internal inspection (R 408.4057(1)(a)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 2-24 2.3 A low-pressure steam or vapor heatingboiler must receive a certificate inspectionbiennially (R 408.4057(1)(b)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□MI 2-25 2.3 Hot water heating and hot water supply

boilers must receive a certificate inspectiontriennially, with an internal inspection at thediscretion of the inspector (R408.4057(1)(c)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 2-26 2.3 A nonvaporizing, organic fluid boiler that isnot exempt must receive an externalcertificate inspection triennially (R408.4057(1)(d)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

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Does NotComply

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MI 2-27 2.3 A grace period of 2 months may lapsebetween certificate inspections. The BoilerDivision may permit longer periods at itsdiscretion (R 408.4057(1)(e)).

MI 2-28 2.3 Internal inspection of cast boilers must bedone at the discretion of the inspector (R408.4057(1)(g)).

MI 2-29 2.3 Internal boiler inspection frequency may beincreased from an annual inspection to every24 months with approval of the BoilerDivision. The owner or user must apply forthis extension and must establish writtenprograms and a review committee to ensurethat the boiler can operate safely for 24months (R 408.4058).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 2-30 2.3 The certificate inspection must be aninternal inspection if construction allows,otherwise the certificate inspection must beas complete an inspection as possible (R408.4057(2)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 2-31 2.3 The owner or user must prepare each boilerfor internal inspection in accordance withASME Code requirements and must preparefor and apply a hydrostatic pressure test,whenever necessary, on the date specifiedby the inspector (R 408.4059 and R408.4503).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 2-32 2.3 The inspector may require a pressure test toassess leak tightness of the pressure-retaining item. Pressure testing methodsmust comply with the NBIC (R 408.4507).

MI 2-33 2.3 Inspection and testing of safety valves andsafety relief valves must be conducted inaccordance with the NBIC. The manual lifttest addressed in the NBIC at RB-8400 maybe used instead of the pressure test requiredby RB-8410 (R 408.4566).

MI 2-34 2.3 All inspections associated with nuclearpower plants must be conducted inaccordance with ASME Code Section XI (R408.4114(1)).





MI 2-35 2.3 The owner of a nuclear power plant mustfile inspection plans and schedules, pumpand valve testing programs, and requests forrelief from ASME Code Section XIrequirements with the Boiler Division (R408.4114(2)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 2-36 2.3 The nuclear power plant must maintaincompliance with all Nuclear RegulatoryCommission requirements (R 408.4114(3)).

MI 2-37 2.4 Repairs to riveted boilers by riveting requirethe prior approval of the Boiler Division (R408.4601).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□MI 2-38 2.5 A safe point of discharge from a blowdown

system must protect personnel and propertyfrom the injurious effects of the discharge.The temperature of the discharge must notexceed 140°F at the outlet of the blowdownvessel (R 408.4711).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 2-39 2.5 When 2 or more boilers of differentmaximum allowable working pressures areconnected to a common system, themaximum operating pressure of each boilermust be that of the lesser boiler's maximumallowable operating pressure (R408.4153(3)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□


MICHIGAN Materials Handling





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General Requirements and Split Rim Wheels

This checklist links each MICHIGAN regulatory requirement in the General Requirements and SplitRim Wheels rulebook to its closest federal regulatory equivalent. It has been designed for use with thecorresponding federal audit guide. For ease of reference, the state differences presented here arenumbered both sequentially (in the “#” column) and in terms of the number that links them to thespecific analogous question in the federal guide (in the “Fed-Ref” column). Note that section titles inthis checklist are identical with the section titles used in the federal guide.









MI 2-1



1. Materials Handling: General Requirements

2. Rim Wheels


2.1 Training requirements in the Michiganstandard are less specific as to materialscovered than the federal (R 408.17235 – R408.17237).

MI 2-2 2.4 Tires on multi-piece rims may be inflatedwithout a restraining device only to 3 psig(R 408.17236).

Note: The federal standard does not specifyan inflation pressure in these situations, butuses the language “only to a pressuresufficient to force the tire bead onto the rimledge and create an airtight seal with the tireand bead.”

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 2-3 2.5 Tires on single-piece rims seated on a beadexpander may be inflated only to 10 psig (R408.17237).

Note: The federal standard does not specifyinflation pressures in these situations, butuses language such as “only sufficientpressure to seal the bead.”

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□







Powered Industrial Trucks

This checklist links each MICHIGAN regulatory requirement in the Powered Industrial Trucks rulebookto its closest federal regulatory equivalent. It has been designed for use with the corresponding federalaudit guide. For ease of reference, the state differences presented here are numbered both sequentially(in the “#” column) and in terms of the number that links them to the specific analogous question in thefederal guide (in the “Fed-Ref” column). Note that section titles in this checklist are identical with thesection titles used in the federal guide.








MI 1-1

MI 2-1


1. Powered Industrial Trucks Design and Designations


1.1 Operator platforms on trucks such as orderpickers, end control trucks, and motorizedhand rider trucks must comply with certainrequirements (R 408.12136).

MI 1-2 1.1 Steering controls must comply with certainrequirements to protect the operator's handsfrom injury when the truck passes obstaclessuch as walls or posts (R 408.12137).

MI 1-3 1.1 Load handling controls must comply withcertain requirements (R 408.12138 and R408.12139).

MI 1-4 1.1 Overhead guards on high-lift trucks mustcomply with certain requirements (R408.12143).

2. Operating Requirements


S2 Whenever an order picker truck, high-lift isequipped for lifting personnel, certainrequirements must be met (R 408.12166).

MI 2-2 2.1 All powered trucks (except hand trucks)must be equipped with an audible device towarn of approach (R 408.12131(1)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□MI 2-3 2.1 If a platform is used to elevate personnel, it

must have standard guardrails, midrails, andtoeplates. The platform must be attached tothe forks by a safety chain, enclosed sleeves,or a similar device (R 408.12167).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 2-4 2.2 A truck may not be used to tow or pushrailroad cars unless it is specificallydesigned for that purpose (R 408.12175).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□MI 2-5 2.3 Powered trucks may not be parked closer

than 8 1/2 feet from the center of railroadtracks (R 408.12183(5)).

Note: The federal standard is 8 feet.

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 3-1


2. Operating Requirements


MI 2-6 2.3 Trucks descending a grade of 10% or moremust not exceed 2 miles per hour (R408.12186).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□MI 2-7 2.3 Parking brakes on sit-down rider trucks

must be capable of holding the truck on itsmaximum operating grade or 15%,whichever is less (R 408.12134).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 2-8 2.4 When semi-trailers are being loaded, thelanding gear must be visibly inspected priorto being uncoupled from the tractor (R408.12176(4)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 2-9 2.6 Refueling must be done in accordance withcertain requirements (R 408.12163).

3. Maintenance


3.1 The Michigan rules list specific examples ofdefects that require removing a truck fromservice (R 408.12161(1)(c) – R408.12161(1)(e))

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

Guide Note

• Assure that any truck that shows evidence of one of the following defects is removed fromservice:

– The lifting mechanism allows a downward drift of the load in excess of 5 inches in 5minutes or a forward drift of 2 degrees in 5 minutes (R 408.12161(1)(c)).

– The tilt cylinder of the mast allows a forward drift of the mast in excess of 2 degrees in 5minutes (R 408.12161(1)(d)).

– The steering mechanism allows free play of the steering wheel of more than 1/4 turn ontrucks capable of up to 8 miles per hour, or 1/8 turn on trucks capable of over 8 miles perhour (R 408.12161(1)(e)).

MI 3-2 3.1 Chock blocks, support blocks, or jack standsmust be provided and used for truckmaintenance (R 408.12162).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 4-1

MI 5-1


3. Maintenance


MI 3-3 3.4 Employees must be provided withappropriate personal protective equipmentand safety showers/eyewashes where theymay be exposed to sulfuric acid in batterycharging areas (R 408.12164(9)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

4. Operator Training


4.2 In addition to the training topics required bythe federal standard, the Michigan rulesspecifically require hazard communicationtraining about hazards associated withexhaust gases produced by fossil-fuel-powered trucks (e.g., carbon monoxide, orcomponents of diesel exhaust) and hazardsassociated with the handling of electrolytesused for battery-operated trucks (e.g.,sulfuric acid) (R 408.12152(1)(f)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 4-2 4.4 The Michigan rules specifically require thatan operator's permit be issued, as opposed tothe more general “certification” required bythe federal standard. The permit mustcontain certain information and must becarried by the operator (R 408.12154).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□



S5 A powered industrial truck operator mustreport to the employer all accidentsinvolving injury to an employee or damageto buildings and equipment (R 408.12179).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 5-2 S5 “Tractors” used in nonagriculturaloperations must comply with specific staterequirements for design, construction,modification, and operation. There is nofederal equivalent to the state standard (R408.12201 – R 408.12261).






Hoisting and Lifting Equipment

This checklist links each MICHIGAN regulatory requirement in the Hoisting and Lifting Equipmentrulebook to its closest federal regulatory equivalent. It has been designed for use with the correspondingfederal audit guide. For ease of reference, the state differences presented here are numbered bothsequentially (in the “#” column) and in terms of the number that links them to the specific analogousquestion in the federal guide (in the “Fed-Ref” column). Note that section titles in this checklist areidentical with the section titles used in the federal guide.








MI 1-1


1. Overhead and Gantry Cranes


S1 Michigan's inspection requirements aresimilar to the federal ones but explicitly listthe required intervals between inspections(R 408.11871 – R 408.11874).

MI 1-2 1.1 Michigan has adopted certain standards (R408.11807).

Guide Note

• Confirm that the facility has reviewed the following standards:

– ANSI/ASME B30.2, “Overhead and Gantry Cranes (Top Running Bridge, Single orMultiple Girder, Top Running Trolley Hoist),” 1996 edition for cranes installed after April9, 2002, and 1967 version for older cranes;

Note: U.S. OSHA has adopted the 1967 edition for all cranes.

– ANSI/ASME B30.17, “Overhead and Gantry Cranes (Top Running Bridge, Single Girder,Underhung Hoist),” 1998 edition.

MI 1-3 1.2 In addition to the load rating, the serviceclass rating must be legibly marked on anycrane manufactured after January 1, 1971 (R408.11822(2)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 1-4 1.2 Crane operator training and testing mustcomply with certain requirements (R408.11852 and R 408.11853).

MI 1-5 1.2 Crane operators must be issued a permit tooperate the equipment, and they must carrythe permit with them. The permit mustinclude certain information (R 408.11854).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 1-6 1.2 The employer must establish and enforce asafe procedure, applicable to authorizedemployees, for boarding and leaving anoverhead cab-operated crane (R408.11855(2)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 1-7 1.2 Michigan's operating requirements are muchmore detailed than those in the federalstandard. They include the use ofstandardized hand signals (R 408.11861, R408.11863, and R 408.11865).


1. Overhead and Gantry Cranes


MI 1-8 1.2 Both the operator and the person directingthe lift must use the PPE required in thearea (R 408.11859).

Note: If the top of the load is not lifted to aheight of more than 5 feet, then the load isnot considered an overhead hazard.

MI 1-9 1.3 The employer must ensure that a safemethod of escape is provided on a cab-operated crane in case of fire or otheremergency (R 408.11835(3)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 1-10 1.3 Fire extinguishers on a crane must be class“C” or multipurpose (R 408.11847(2)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□MI 1-11 1.8 Electrical equipment must comply with

certain requirements (R 408.11844).

MI 1-12 1.9 Controls must comply with certainrequirements (R 408.11843).

MI 1-13 1.11 Cables must comply with certainrequirements for hoisting safety factors (R408.11823).

MI 1-14 1.11 Wire ropes must comply with certainrequirements (R 408.11824).

MI 1-15 1.11 Hooks must be equipped with a latch, unlessa qualified person determines that a latch isimpractical (R 408.11825(2)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□MI 1-16 1.11 Load blocks must be of the enclosed type

and must be guarded against rope jammingduring normal operations (R 408.11825(3)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 2-1


2. Crawler, Locomotive, and Wheel Cranes


S2 Michigan's operating requirements are moredetailed than those in the federal standard.They include the use of standardized handsignals (R 408.11931 – R 408.11935).

MI 2-2 S2 Michigan's inspection requirements varyfrom the federal ones in terms ofspecification and frequency (R 408.11951 –R 408.11957).

MI 2-3 2.1 Mobile hydraulic cranes must comply withANSI Standard B30.15, 1973 edition forcranes purchased or modified afterDecember 1974, and 1968 edition for cranespurchased between August 1971 andDecember 1974 (R 408.11921).

Note: U.S. OSHA has adopted the 1968edition for all cranes purchased after August1971.

MI 2-4 2.1 Crane operator training and testing mustcomply with certain requirements (R408.11914 – R 408.11915).

MI 2-5 2.1 If a work platform is attached to the loadlineof a crawler, locomotive, or truck crane, theemployer must comply with the provisionsof Construction Safety Standard Part 10,Lifting and Digging Equipment (R408.11937).

MI 2-6 2.2 Michigan's requirements for load ratings areless specific than the federal (R 408.11923).

MI 2-7 2.10 Maintenance of cranes and wire rope mustmeet specific requirements (R 408.11971 –R 408.11972).

MI 2-8 2.19 Fire extinguishers supplied to cranes mustbe rated at least 5BC (R 408.11942).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□MI 2-9 2.21 The Michigan standard includes specific

requirements for operating near power lines(R 408.11936).

Note: The federal standard references theelectrical safety standard.


MI 4-1

MI 5-1


3. Derricks

4. Helicopters


S4 Michigan specifies the minimum distancesthat must be maintained from energizedpower lines, unless the owner or operator ofthe line ensures that the line is de-energizedand visibly grounded (R 408.15914).

MI 4-2 4.1 Ground employees must be properly trainedto ensure that helicopter loading andunloading operations can be performedsafely (R 408.15922).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

5. Slings


S5 Michigan has adopted the 1990 edition ofASME B-30.9, Slings, by reference (R408.14902).

MI 5-2 S5 An eye in a wire rope sling may not beformed by using a knot or a wire rope clip(R 408.14935).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 6-1




S6 Crawler, locomotive and truck craneoperators must comply with certain physicalrequirements (R 408.11913).

MI 6-2 S6 Michigan has adopted specific requirementsfor underhung cranes and monorail systemsin Part 20 of the General Industry SafetyStandards (R 408.12001). The federalregulations do not have a separate standardfor these types of cranes; such equipment issubject to the requirements of ANSI B30.11,which are generally the same as those in 29CFR 1910.179.

MI 6-3 S6 A chain fall or hoist and puller must not beused at more than its rated capacity (R408.13845(1)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□MI 6-4 S6 The capacity of a chain fall or hoist and

puller must be permanently labeled ormarked on it (R 408.13845(2)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□MI 6-5 S6 An accessory, such as a chain or cable used

to secure or support a chain fall or hoist andpuller, must have a capacity of not less thanthe chain fall or hoist and puller (R408.13845(3)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 6-6 S6 An object subject to a lift or pull by a chainfall must have the capacity to absorb the liftor pull without creating a hazard to anemployee in the area (R 408.13845(4)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 6-7 S6 A chain fall or hoist and puller must besecured to an anchorage. The load must beattached to the chain fall or hoist and pullerin a manner that will prevent inadvertentdisengagement (R 408.13846(1)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 6-8 S6 When a chain fall or hoist and puller areunder tension of a load, a positive actionmust be required to release the tension (R408.13846(2)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 6-9 S6 A hoist and puller lever handle must not beoperated with an extension handle except asfurnished by the manufacturer (R408.13846(3)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□




MI 6-10 S6 A chain fall or hoist and puller must bevisually inspected for observable defectsbefore each job use by the employee usingthe tool (R 408.13846(4)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MICHIGAN Machinery and Machine Guarding





.

This checklist links each MICHIGAN regulatory requirement in the Machinery and Machine Guardingrulebook to its closest federal regulatory equivalent. It has been designed for use with the correspondingfederal audit guide. For ease of reference, the state differences presented here are numbered bothsequentially (in the “#” column) and in terms of the number that links them to the specific analogousquestion in the federal guide (in the “Fed-Ref” column). Note that section titles in this checklist areidentical with the section titles used in the federal guide.








MI 1-1

MI 2-1


1. General Requirements for All Machines


1.4 An extractor, parts washer, or tumbler that ismanually controlled and equipped with aninside revolving cylinder must be equippedwith an interlocked cover or door (R408.10034(11)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 1-2 1.5 The openings in fan guards (where required)may have one dimension up to 1 inch, or upto 2 1/8 inches for process cooling fans,depending on the distance to the blades (R408.10034(7) and R 408.10034(8)).

Note: The federal standard does not allowopenings greater than 1/2 inch.

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

2. Woodworking Machinery Requirements


S2 All machinery must meet requirements forsafe layout, including aisle widths (R408.12711, R 408.12712, R 408.14222, R408.16517(3), and R 408.16521(2)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 2-2 2.8 All gears, sprockets, and other dangerousparts on cranes and log trolleys must beappropriately guarded (R 408.12779).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□MI 2-3 2.9 The frames and all exposed metal parts of

electrical woodworking machinery must begrounded (R 408.12714(4)).

Note: The federal standard requiresgrounding only for equipment that operatesat more than 90 volts.

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 2-4 2.16 Woodworking machinery wired to a 110-volt line prior to November 1, 1971, ispermitted to automatically restart after apower failure. Machinery wired after thatdate is prohibited from automaticallyrestarting (R 408.12716(2)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 2-5 2.20 Where the work will allow, woodworkingmachines must have automatic feedingdevices installed (R 408.12717).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 3-1


2. Woodworking Machinery Requirements


MI 2-6 2.25 A cutoff saw that strokes automaticallywithout the operator’s control of each strokemust have a guard to keep the operator’shands from coming in contact with a blade(R 408.12718(1)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 2-7 2.27 Band saws must be operated in accordancewith the following requirements (R408.12793):

– Tension on a band saw and resaw shouldbe released from the blade when not inuse.

– Back thrust must be adjusted carefully tothe normal position of the band sawblade.

– A band saw must not be stopped quicklyby thrusting a piece of wood against thecutting edge of the teeth when the poweris off.

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 2-8 2.28 When jointer tables are used, the minimumlength of the piece jointed must be not lessthan 4 times the distance between the 2tables. Neither half of the jointer table maybe adjusted horizontally so that theclearance between the edge of the table andrevolving knives is more than 1/4 inch (R408.12795).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 2-9 2.33 Material in a lathe must be fastened securelyto faceplates or between centers (R408.12796).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

3. Abrasive Wheel Machinery


S3 Machine spindles must meet certainrequirements for size and threads (R408.10115).

MI 3-2 S3 Michigan's guarding requirements, whichdiffer significantly from the federal standardand include more exceptions, must be met(R 408.10121 – R 408.10129).

MI 4-1


MI 6-1


3. Abrasive Wheel Machinery


MI 3-3 S3 Michigan's requirements for flanges, whichdiffer significantly from the federalstandard, must be met (R 408.10141 – R408.10143).

MI 3-4 S3 Michigan's mounting requirements, whichare much more detailed than the federalstandard, must be met (R 408.10154 – R408.10159).

4. Mills and Calenders in the Rubber and Plastics Industries



N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 4-2 4.2 A braking or safety device for a mill orcalender must be inspected and testedweekly, in accordance with certainrequirements (R 408.16527(2)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

5. Mechanical Power Presses

6. Forging Machines



N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 6-2 6.9 The manufacturer's recommended maximumsize and specification of material beingsheared on a power (billet) shear duringforging operations may not be exceeded (R408.14267(2)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 7-1

MI 8-1


6. Forging Machines


MI 6-3 6.12 A guard must be attached to the side of themoving head of a bulldozer and must extendpast the stationary head to prevent personsfrom stepping between the dies. Otherguarding methods that offer equal protectionmay be used (R 408.14263).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

7. Mechanical Power–Transmission Apparatus


S7 Unlike the federal standard, the Michiganstandard does not exempt certain narrowbelts from coverage (R 408.10701).




N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 8-2 S8 The height of a machine auxiliary table andsupports must be designed so that large orunwieldy pieces can be handled safely (R408.12714(1)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 8-3 S8 The manufacturer's operating speed must bepermanently marked on circular saw bladesover 20 inches in diameter. When a markedsaw blade is retensioned for a differentspeed, the marking must be corrected toshow the new speed (R 408.12719).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 8-4 S8 Veneer steaming and soaking vats must beinstalled, operated, and ventilated inaccordance with certain requirements (R408.12773 – R 408.12776).

MI 8-5 S8 Antikickback aprons must be provided at noexpense to the employee and must be usedwhere material can be kicked back duringwoodworking operations(R 408.12798).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□




MI 8-6 S8 Loose flowing garments, sleeves, andneckties may not be worn by operators ofwoodworking machines. Operators shouldnot wear gloves while they are operatingwoodworking machines (R 408.12798).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 8-7 S8 Abrasive wheels must be stored so that theyare protected from damage and kept dry.They must be disbursed on a first-in first-outbasis (R 408.10111).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 8-8 S8 Michigan's requirements for wheel andspindle speed on abrasive wheel machinery,for which there is no federal equivalent,must be met (R 408.10173 – R 408.10177).

MI 8-9 S8 Michigan's requirements for operation andmaintenance of abrasive wheel machines,for which there is no federal equivalent,must be met (R 408.10181 – R 408.10187).

MI 8-10 S8 Illumination must be provided to maintain aminimum intensity of 20 foot-candles at anmill and calendar operator’s work station (R408.16515).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 8-11 S8 Exposed hot surfaces for mill and calendaroperations, except for the mill and calenderrolls, must be insulated or guarded by abarrier (R 408.16523).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 8-12 S8 Lubrication of mill and calendar machinerymust be accomplished in accordance withcertain requirements (R 408.16528).

MI 8-13 S8 Steam systems for mill and calendaroperations must be designed and operated inaccordance with certain requirements (R408.16531).

MI 8-14 S8 Forging machinery and equipment must beprovided with a minimum of 15 foot-candlesof illumination (R 408.14224(1)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□




MI 8-15 S8 Where lead is used in a forge or die shop, asign must be posted in the work areaprohibiting eating in the area and callingattention to dangers of oral ingestion of leaddust from hands and clothing (R408.14226(d)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 8-16 S8 For forging operations, tumbling barrelsmust comply with the followingrequirements (R 408.14269(1)):

– Tumbling barrels must have dust-tightbarrel fittings, or the barrel must beenclosed in an exhaust booth.

– Tumbling barrels must be locked inplace while being loaded or unloaded.

– Tumbling barrels must have a barrieracross the front that is interlocked toprevent the machine from starting if it isnot in place.

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 8-17 S8 Billet heating furnaces used in forgingoperations must comply with the followingrequirements (R 408.14273):

– A billet heating furnace must beequipped with an automatic valve on themain fuel line that will shut off in caseof electrical or fuel supply failure.

– Radiant heat from a billet furnace mustbe controlled by certain methods.

– A billet furnace must be provided withan exhaust system.

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 8-18 S8 An exposed discharge of an exhaust pipe orboiler blowoff must be guarded (R408.10715).




MI 8-19 S8 Michigan also has general industrystandards for a variety of machinery forwhich there is no federal equivalent. Thefollowing types of equipment are covered (R408.11101 – R 408.11137; R 408.11401 – R408.11461; R 408.11701 – R 408.11732; R408.12301 – R 408.12316; R 408.12601 – R408.12650; R 408.14501 – R 408.14561; R408.15401 – R 408.15461):

• polishing, buffing, and abrading—R408.11101 – R 408.11137;

• conveyors—R 408.11401 – R 408.11461;

• refuse packer units—R 408.11701 – R408.11732;

• die casting equipment—R 408.14501 – R408.14561;

• powered groundskeeping equipment—R408.15401 – R 408.15461;

• metalworking machinery—R 408.12601 –R 408.12650; and

• hydraulic power presses—R 408.12301 –R 408.12316.

MICHIGAN Handheld Tools





.

This checklist links each MICHIGAN regulatory requirement in the Handheld Tools rulebook to itsclosest federal regulatory equivalent. It has been designed for use with the corresponding federal auditguide. For ease of reference, the state differences presented here are numbered both sequentially (in the“#” column) and in terms of the number that links them to the specific analogous question in the federalguide (in the “Fed-Ref” column). Note that section titles in this checklist are identical with the sectiontitles used in the federal guide.








MI 1-1


1. Handheld Tools


1.1 A hand tool or portable powered tool mustbe stored in a manner that prevents anydamage that would make the tool unsafe foruse (R 408.13821(1)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 1-2 1.4 A chain saw must be equipped with apositive-type on-off ignition switch that isconveniently located to allow the operator tomove it into the off position withoutrelinquishing his or her grip on the saw (R408.13882(2)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 1-3 1.7 An electrically powered tool must have anapproved ground unless it is double-insulated and carries a permanent label ormark stating that it is double-insulated (R408.13861(1)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 1-4 1.8 Hose connections must have a positive-locking action or the connecting sectionsmust have a safety chain to restrain anywhipping action if the sections becomedisconnected (R 408.13861(4)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 1-5 1.8 An air supply line must be regulated tomaintain the pressure at not more than thepneumatic tool rating (R 408.13861(5)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□MI 1-6 1.16 A portable powered stapler or nailer that is

capable of driving a fastener with a diametermore than 0.45 inch (18 gauge A.W.G.) atmore than 75 feet per second must bedesigned so that operator is required tomake not less than two separate operationsto activate the tool, with one operation beingto place the tool against the work surface (R408.13865(1)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 1-7 1.16 The design of a portable powered stapler ornailer must prevent discharge of the staplerduring loading or when dropped (R408.13865(2)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 1-8 1.16 Safety devices and operating controls mustnot be made inoperative (R 408.13865(8)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 2-1


1. Handheld Tools


MI 1-9 1.19 A powder-actuated tool that is found not tobe in proper working order or that developsa defect during use must be immediatelyremoved from service, tagged, and not useduntil repaired. The tag must be as prescribedin R 408.13731 (R 408.13872(3)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 1-10 1.19 The employer must have a defectivepowder-actuated tool repaired only by anauthorized repairperson (R 408.13872(4)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□



S2 A sharp or pointed tool, such as but notlimited to chisels, drill bits, and awls, mustbe carried in one of the following ways (R408.13821(2)):

– with the edges or points protected;

– in a tool tray;

– in a cart;

– in a sheath; or

– in the hand with the sharp edges turnedaway from the body.

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 2-2 S2 When stored in a rack or bin, a sharp orpointed tool must have the sharp edge orpoint inward or otherwise protected orstored to prevent injury (R 408.13821(3)).

MI 2-3 S2 A portable pneumatic grinder not legiblymarked with the manufacturer's rated speedmust not be used (R 408.13822(1)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□MI 2-4 S2 A tool must be inspected visually by the

employee using the tool for safe operationbefore daily use, and, when found defective,the tool must be removed from service (R408.13822(2)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□




MI 2-5 S2 A tool and its power source must not bemodified, except by an authorized andtrained employee or qualified outsideservice (R 408.13824).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 2-6 S2 An axe, hatchet, hammer, or maul handlemust be replaced when it becomes cracked,broken, or splintered. A wood handle mustbe secured with wedges or equivalent means(R 408.13834).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 2-7 S2 A chisel, punch, star drill, drift pin, orwedge with a metal striking end must not beused when the end becomes mushroomed.The striking end must be ground with acrowned radius and beveled edge (R408.13835(1)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 2-8 S2 The working end of a chisel, punch, stardrill, drift pin, or wedge must be maintainedas designed (R 408.13835(2)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□MI 2-9 S2 A file or rasp with a tang must be equipped

with a handle fitted and secured to the tang,when in use (R 408.13836).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□MI 2-10 S2 A fixed blade knife must be carried in a

sheath, in a tray, or by other equivalentprotective means (R 408.13840(1)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□MI 2-11 S2 A folding knife that cannot be locked in

place must not be used in a manner wherethe blade could fold on the fingers (R408.13840(2)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 2-12 S2 Pliers with sprung jaws, a worn face, orworn joint pin must be replaced (R408.13841).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□MI 2-13 S2 An object being worked on with a

screwdriver must not be held in the hand, onthe lap, or under the arm, except whenprotection is afforded by the object or othermeans (R 408.13843(1)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□




MI 2-14 S2 A screwdriver used for electrical work mustbe equipped with a nonconductive handle.The shank and fasteners must not projectthrough the handle (R 408.13843(2)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 2-15 S2 A blade-type screwdriver must bemaintained with a flat tip at right angles tothe shank and must have almost parallelfaces (R 408.13843(3)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 2-16 S2 A screwdriver with one of the followingdefects must not be used (R 408.13843(4)):

– split or broken handle;

– cracked or broken blade;

– loose shank in handle;

– worn blade; or,

– bent shank of a straight screwdriver.

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 2-17 S2 A wrench with spread, distorted, or crackedjaws must not be used (R 408.13844(1)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□MI 2-18 S2 A wrench must not be subjected to

hammering unless it is designed for thatpurpose (R 408.13844(2)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□MI 2-19 S2 A hot stick and any tool attached to it must

be clean and inspected for damage beforeuse (R 408.13847(1)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□MI 2-20 S2 A hot stick that has been damaged must not

be used until replaced or repaired by aknowledgeable employee or an outsideservice and tested to meet the requirementsof R 408.13847(3) (R 408.13847(2)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□




MI 2-21 S2 A new hot stick purchased after the effectivedate of R 408.13847 must not be usedunless it has been certified and labeled bythe manufacturer to meet followingstandards (R 408.13847(3)):

– fiberglass: 100,000 volts per foot oflength for 5 minutes, or any equivalenttest; and

– wood: 75,000 volts per foot of length for3 minutes, or any equivalent test.

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 2-22 S2 A hot stick must be stored in a manner toprotect it from damage. A hot stick made ofwood must be protected from moisture (R408.13847(4)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 2-23 S2 A hot stick must not be used in excess ofthe rated capacity certified by themanufacturer (R 408.13847(5)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□MI 2-24 S2 When live-line tools are used, the minimum

working distance and minimum clear hotstick distance prescribed in R 408.13847(7)Table 1 must be met (R 408.13847(6) ).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 2-25 S2 Safety devices and operating controls mustnot be made inoperative (R 408.13861(6)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□MI 2-26 S2 A portable pneumatic grinder must be

operated at a speed of not more than thegrinder's rated speed (R 408.13864(1)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□MI 2-27 S2 A line supplying air to a portable pneumatic

grinder regulated by a governor must beequipped with a filter to remove water, oiland, dirt (R 408.13864(2)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 2-28 S2 A portable pneumatic grinder regulated by agovernor must be provided with acontinuous lubrication means (R408.13864(3)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 2-29 S2 A portable powered stapler or nailer mustnot be pointed or discharged at any objectother than the work piece (R 408.13865(3)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□




MI 2-30 S2 The operator of a portable powered stapleror nailer and those employees within thestriking distance of its fastener must beprovided with and use eye protection asprescribed in R 408.13301 et seq. (R408.13865(4)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 2-31 S2 A positive actuation of the operator must berequired to propel each fastener from apowered stapler or nailer (R 408.13865(5)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□MI 2-32 S2 When relieving a jam-up of a fastening

device, the source of power must bedisconnected (R 408.13865(6)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□MI 2-33 S2 At the beginning of each shift, a portable

powered stapler and nailer must be testedfor safe operation (R 408.13865(7)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□MI 2-34 S2 A pneumatic-powered angle nut runner with

a trigger-type operating control must havethe control located so that the reaction forceof the runner does not create additionalpressure on the trigger (R 408.13866(1)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 2-35 S2 A mechanical means must be provided toabsorb torque reaction of a stall-type toolthat is used in any of the followingcircumstances (R 408.13866(2)):

– The resultant sustained force on anoperator of an angle head nut runner oran inline tool with dual offset handles ismore than 50 pounds.

– The reaction torque from an inline nutrunner with a single offset handle ismore than 100 inch-pounds.

– The reaction torque of an inline nutrunner without an offset handle is morethan 30 inch-pounds.

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 2-36 S2 A powered nut runner other than a stall typemust be provided with a device, such as areaction bar, when the reaction force on theoperator is such that the operator cannotcontrol the tool (R 408.13866(3)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□




MI 2-37 S2 An employer who uses powder-actuatedtools must establish and maintain, at theplace of employment, a list or other recordof employees qualified and trained tooperate powder-actuated tools of the typeprovided by the employer (R 408.13872(1)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 2-38 S2 An employee who operates powder-actuatedtools must receive training and instructionfrom one of the following (R 408.13873):

– a dealer or distributor of powder-actuated tools who has been authorizedby the tool manufacturer to provide suchtraining;

– an authorized employee of a powder-actuated tool manufacturer;

– an employer or an authorized employerrepresentative.

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 2-39 S2 The training of an employee to use apowder-actuated tool must, at a minimum,include the following items (R408.13873(1)):

– cleaning;

– inspection;

– operation;

– use limitations;

– power levels;

– misfire procedure.

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 2-40 S2 Before approving an employee as anoperator of a powder-actuated tool, theemployer must have the employeedemonstrate competence by actuallyoperating the powder-actuated tool in a safemanner (R 408.13873(2)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□




MI 2-41 S2 The power level for cased or caseless loadsmust be identified by a color and numberingsystem as prescribed in R 408.13874 Table2, except that caseless loads are limited topower levels 1 to 6. The combination of thecase color and load color must designate theload level. Both the explosive load and thecarton or box must provide visual indicationof the load level (R 408.13874(1)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 2-42 S2 Studs or other fasteners used in a powder-actuated tool must be only those specificallymanufactured for use in such tools (R408.13874(2)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 2-43 S2 Misfired cartridges must be placed carefullyin a container filled with water and must bedisposed of in a safe manner (R408.13875(2)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 2-44 S2 A fuel-powered tool must be stopped whilebeing refuelled, serviced, or maintained (R408.13881(1)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□MI 2-45 S2 A fuel-powered tool must not be operated in

an enclosed area, unless the toxic fumes arebelow the maximum allowable limitsprescribed by the Michigan Department ofPublic Health in R 325.2430 (R408.13881(2)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 2-46 S2 Where refueling is done with a portablecontainer, the container must be anapproved safety can with an automaticclosing cap and flame arrestor (R408.13881(3)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 2-47 S2 A chain saw must be used only for cutoffwork such as cutting trees, limbs, poles, andbeams. A chain saw must not be used toopen a hole in a solid object such as a floor,wall, or panel. Chain saws that arespecifically designed for firefightingoperations to cut holes in roofs, floors, andwalls are exempt from this rule (R408.13882(1)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□




MI 2-48 S2 A manual chain oiler control, if provided ona chain saw, must be located so that it canbe operated without relinquishing a securegrip on the saw (R 408.13882(3)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 2-49 S2 An engine throttle control, if provided on achain saw, must be located so that it can beoperated without relinquishing a secure gripon the saw (R 408.13882(4)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 2-50 S2 A chain saw must have a guard that protectsthe throttle lever from casual contact frombrush or other foreign objects (R408.13882(5)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 2-51 S2 A chain saw that is equipped with acentrifugal clutch must have a throttlecontrol, carburetor, and clutch system sothat the engine idle speed becomes lowerthan the clutch engagement speed if thethrottle control is released, thereby allowingthe chain to come to a complete stop (R408.13882(6)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 2-52 S2 A chain saw's moving parts, such as aflywheel, rotating screen, or clutch, must beguarded. A saw's chain must be guardedadjacent to the handle area and the sawdustmust be directed away from the operator (R408.13882(7)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 2-53 S2 A saw's chain must be stopped if it is notbeing used for sawing (R 408.13882(8)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□MI 2-54 S2 A chain saw must be carried by the top

handle with the guide bar to the rear (R408.13882(9)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□MI 2-55 S2 A chain saw must not be started within 10

feet of the place where it was refuelled (R408.13882(10)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MICHIGAN Welding, Cutting, and Brazing





.

This checklist links each MICHIGAN regulatory requirement in the Welding, Cutting, and Brazingrulebook to its closest federal regulatory equivalent. It has been designed for use with the correspondingfederal audit guide. For ease of reference, the state differences presented here are numbered bothsequentially (in the “#” column) and in terms of the number that links them to the specific analogousquestion in the federal guide (in the “Fed-Ref” column). Note that section titles in this checklist areidentical with the section titles used in the federal guide.









MI 2-1

MI 3-1



2. Oxygen–Fuel Gas Welding and Cutting


S2 The state requires conformance with NFPA50-1971, Bulk Oxygen Systems, for liquidor gaseous oxygen storage systems over20,000 cubic feet (R 408.11222).

MI 2-2 S2 The total volume of acetylene used per houris limited to 1/7 of the total volume of theacetylene supply in the system (R408.11244(5)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 2-3 S2 Parallel gas hoses must be color-coded asfollows (R 408.11253(3)):

– red: fuel gases;

– green: oxygen;

– black: inert gas or air.

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 2-4 2.36 The vent pipe on an acetylene generatormust be made of galvanized iron or steel (R408.11292(5)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

3. Arc Welding and Cutting


3.2 Arc welding may not be performed wherechlorinated hydrocarbon vapors are present,unless specific ventilation and personalprotective equipment is provided (R408.11275(6)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 3-2 3.3 When an arc welding machine is operatedwithout being connected to a load, the opencircuit voltage must be restricted to certainlimits (R 408.11272(1)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 3-3 3.9 The work on which arc welding isperformed must be properly grounded (R408.11274(2)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 4-1



3. Arc Welding and Cutting


MI 3-4 3.10 Arc welding equipment working throughresistors from DC trolley voltages of 250 to600 volts must have protective devices forautomatically disconnecting the powerduring arc off periods (R 408.11272(3)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 3-5 3.12 Arc welding machines must be disconnectedwhen being moved and must be turned offwhen not in use (R 408.11275(2)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□MI 3-6 3.12 Electrodes must be retracted or removed

when not in use. Electrode holders must beplaced in a safe position when not in use (R408.11275(3)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 3-7 3.12 A welder must not let live electrodes orholders touch his/her bare skin or dampclothing (R 408.11275(4)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□MI 3-8 3.12 Electrode holders may not be cooled by

immersion in water (R 408.11275(5)).N/A

.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

4. Resistance Welding


S4 Each resistance welding operation must beanalyzed and safeguarded appropriately (R408.11281(1)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□MI 4-2 4.5 The external weld control circuit for

portable resistance spot or seam weldingequipment must operate at a minimum of 36volts (R 408.11282(1)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 4-3 4.23 Resistance welding equipment must beinspected at least annually (R408.11281(1)).

Note: The federal standard calls for“periodic” inspections.

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□


MICHIGAN Telecommunications





.

This checklist links each MICHIGAN regulatory requirement in the Telecommunications rulebook to itsclosest federal regulatory equivalent. It has been designed for use with the corresponding federal auditguide. For ease of reference, the state differences presented here are numbered both sequentially (in the“#” column) and in terms of the number that links them to the specific analogous question in the federalguide (in the “Fed-Ref” column). Note that section titles in this checklist are identical with the sectiontitles used in the federal guide.











MI 4-1




1. Buildings Containing Telecommunications Centers

2. Battery Handling

3. Medical and First Aid

4. Hazardous Materials


S4 Vehicles fueled by liquefied petroleum gas(LPG) may be stored or serviced insidegarages if there are no leaks in the fuelsystem and the fuel tanks are not filledbeyond the specified maximum fillingcapacity (R 408.43003(1)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 4-2 S4 Vehicles fueled by LPG that are beingrepaired in garages must have the containershutoff valve closed except when fuel isrequired for engine operation (R408.43003(2)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 4-3 S4 Vehicles fueled by LPG may not be parkednear sources of ignition or near open pits,unless the pits are adequately ventilated (R408.43003(3)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

5. Compressed Gas

6. Support Structures








MI 14-1



7. Approach Distances to Exposed Energized Overhead Power Lines and Equipment Parts

8. Illumination of Field Work

9. Training

10. Employee Protection in Public Work Areas

11. Tools and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

12. Rubber Insulating Equipment

13. Personal Climbing Equipment

14. Ladders


14.1 Trolley and side rolling ladders mustcomply with certain constructionrequirements (R 408.43004).

15. Other Tools and PPE













17. Derrick Trucks and Similar Equipment


19. Cable Fault Locating and Testing

20. Grounding for Employee Protection – Pole Lines

21. Overhead Lines

22. Underground Lines

23. Microwave Transmission

24. Tree Trimming – Electrical Hazards


MICHIGAN Electric Power Generation, Transmission, and Distribution





.

This checklist links each MICHIGAN regulatory requirement in the Electric Power Generation,Transmission, and Distribution rulebook to its closest federal regulatory equivalent. It has been designedfor use with the corresponding federal audit guide. For ease of reference, the state differences presentedhere are numbered both sequentially (in the “#” column) and in terms of the number that links them tothe specific analogous question in the federal guide (in the “Fed-Ref” column). Note that section titlesin this checklist are identical with the section titles used in the federal guide.



















1. General

2. Medical Services and First Aid

3. Job Briefing

4. Lockout/Tagout Procedures

5. Enclosed Spaces

6. Excavations

7. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

8. Special Ladders and Platforms

9. Hand and Portable Power Tools

10. Live-line Tools













12. Working on or Near Exposed Energized Lines or Equipment

13. De-energizing Lines and Equipment for Employee Protection

14. Grounding for the Protection of Employees

15. Testing and Test Facilities

16. Mechanical Equipment

17. Overhead Lines and Live-line Barehand Work

18. Line-Clearance Tree-Trimming

19. Communication Facilities

20. Underground Electric Installations






21. Substations

22. Power Generation

23. Special Conditions


MICHIGAN Special Industries





.

Pulp, Paper, and Paperboard Mills

This checklist links each MICHIGAN regulatory requirement in the Pulp, Paper, and Paperboard Millsrulebook to its closest federal regulatory equivalent. It has been designed for use with the correspondingfederal audit guide. For ease of reference, the state differences presented here are numbered bothsequentially (in the “#” column) and in terms of the number that links them to the specific analogousquestion in the federal guide (in the “Fed-Ref” column). Note that section titles in this checklist areidentical with the section titles used in the federal guide.



















1. Safe Practices

2. Handling and Storage of Pulpwood and Pulp Chips

3. Handling and Storage of Other Raw Materials

4. Preparing Pulpwood

5. Rag and Old Paper Preparation

6. Chemical Processes of Making Pulp

7. Bleaching

8. Mechanical Pulp Process

9. Stock Preparation

10. Machine Room





11. Finishing Room

12. Materials Handling







Textiles

This checklist links each MICHIGAN regulatory requirement in the Textiles rulebook to its closestfederal regulatory equivalent. It has been designed for use with the corresponding federal audit guide.For ease of reference, the state differences presented here are numbered both sequentially (in the “#”column) and in terms of the number that links them to the specific analogous question in the federalguide (in the “Fed-Ref” column). Note that section titles in this checklist are identical with the sectiontitles used in the federal guide.












1. General Safety Requirements

2. Safeguards for Specific Machines







Bakeries

This checklist links each MICHIGAN regulatory requirement in the Bakeries rulebook to its closestfederal regulatory equivalent. It has been designed for use with the corresponding federal audit guide.For ease of reference, the state differences presented here are numbered both sequentially (in the “#”column) and in terms of the number that links them to the specific analogous question in the federalguide (in the “Fed-Ref” column). Note that section titles in this checklist are identical with the sectiontitles used in the federal guide.








MI 1-1

MI 2-1


1. General Machine Guarding


S1 Power controls and motors in bakingoperations must meet certain requirementsrelating to lockout/tagout, prevention ofautomatic restart, guarding from accidentalactuation, emergency stops, and protectionfrom flour dust (R 408.18115).

MI 1-2 S1 Machine installations in bakery operationsmust meet certain requirements relating togrounding, securing, layout, and doorhandles (R 408.18116).

MI 1-3 S1 All machinery used in baking operationsmust meet certain requirements (R408.18121 – R 408.18182).

2. Safeguards for Specific Machines





MI 3-1

MI 4-1


3. Biscuit and Cracker Equipment





4. Ovens





MI 5-1




S5 Illumination in baking operations must beprovided at the work station to maintain aminimum intensity of 20 foot-candles (R408.18113).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 5-2 S5 For baking operations, an aisle for combinedusage of employees and stock-movingequipment must be 2 feet wider than thewidest load moved. In a place ofemployment with less than 10 employeesproducing hand-crafted products in theproduction area, the aisle itself must be notless than 30 inches wide. The aisle must bedefined (R 408.18114(2)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 5-3 S5 Power controls and motors in bakingoperations must meet certain requirementsrelating to lockout/tagout, prevention ofautomatic restart, guarding from accidentalactuation, emergency stops, and protectionfrom flour dust (R 408.18115).


MI 5-5 S5 Employees required to work in an explosiveatmosphere in baking operations must usenonsparking maintenance and cleaning toolsto prevent static and mechanical sparking (R408.18117).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 5-6 S5 Flour dust must be removed at least monthlyfrom ledges, beams, sills, machinery, andequipment in the make up and flour storageareas of baking operations. Flour and doughmust be removed from the floor or platformof the work station at least daily (R408.18119).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□







Sawmills

This checklist links each MICHIGAN regulatory requirement in the Sawmills rulebook to its closestfederal regulatory equivalent. It has been designed for use with the corresponding federal audit guide.For ease of reference, the state differences presented here are numbered both sequentially (in the “#”column) and in terms of the number that links them to the specific analogous question in the federalguide (in the “Fed-Ref” column). Note that section titles in this checklist are identical with the sectiontitles used in the federal guide.












MI 5-1


1. Building Facilities and Isolated Equipment

2. Log Handling, Sorting, and Storage

3. Log Breakdown and Related Machinery and Facilities

4. Dry Kilns and Facilities



S5 Employers are required to provide andemployees are required to wear the personalprotective equipment in sawmills. Thisequipment includes head protection for useat all times outside the office, eyeprotection, and a life jacket for employeesworking over water (R 408.15211).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□






Laundry Machinery and Operations

This checklist links each MICHIGAN regulatory requirement in the Laundry Machinery and Operationsrulebook to its closest federal regulatory equivalent. It has been designed for use with the correspondingfederal audit guide. For ease of reference, the state differences presented here are numbered bothsequentially (in the “#” column) and in terms of the number that links them to the specific analogousquestion in the federal guide (in the “Fed-Ref” column). Note that section titles in this checklist areidentical with the section titles used in the federal guide.








MI 1-1


MI 3-1


1. Safe Practices for Equipment


S1 A hydraulic system of piping, hose, and itscomponent parts must have a designedsafety factor of 4 for laundry machinery (R408.17129).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 1-2 1.2 Steam and hot water pipes and surfaces ofmachinery used in laundry operations thatwould cause burns if contacted (except thosesurfaces coming in contact with the fabricbeing processed) must be covered with aheat-resistive or insulating material or mustbe guarded by a barrier (R 408.17126).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 1-3 1.2 Steam valves to laundry machinery must becracked open for several minutes and thenopened slowly to avoid uneven expansion ofa pressure chamber (R 408.17128(1)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

2. Employee Training



S3 Illumination must be provided at theoperator’s work station to maintain aminimum intensity of 20 foot-candles inlaundry operations (R 408.17121).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

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MI 3-2 S3 For laundry operations, an aisle forcombined usage of employees and poweredstock-moving equipment must be 3 feetwider than the widest load moved. Theoutline of the aisle must be marked orotherwise indicated (R 408.17122).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

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MI 3-3 S3 In all instances of lubrication, therequirements of R 408.10732 must befollowed for laundry machinery (R408.17125).




MI 3-4 S3 Fabrics that contain a combustible vapor orfluid must be maintained at least 25 feetfrom spark-producing laundry equipment oropen flame or must be rinsed in cold waterbefore coming closer to the equipment orflame (R 408.17130(1)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 3-5 S3 Tilt mechanisms, hoists, and screwconveyors used in laundry machines mustmeet certain requirements (R 408.17131).

MI 3-6 S3 Marking machines, label removers, washingmachines, extractors, combinationwashers/extractors, power wringers,starching machines, tumblers, steam dryingboxes, dampening machines, beaters, foldingmachines, rollers and unrollers, ironers,laundry presses, vertical pants pressers,vertical coverall or shirt pressers, sewingmachines, hot patch machines, and tyingmachines must all meet certain requirements(R 408.17141 – R 408.17160).

MI 3-7 S3 Additional special requirements must be metfor dry cleaning operations (R 408.17161 –R 408.17163).






Grain Handling Operations

This checklist links each MICHIGAN regulatory requirement in the Grain Handling Operationsrulebook to its closest federal regulatory equivalent. It has been designed for use with the correspondingfederal audit guide. For ease of reference, the state differences presented here are numbered bothsequentially (in the “#” column) and in terms of the number that links them to the specific analogousquestion in the federal guide (in the “Fed-Ref” column). Note that section titles in this checklist areidentical with the section titles used in the federal guide.

















1. Emergency Preparation and Response

2. Training Requirements

3. Hot Work Operations

4. Entrance Procedures

5. Contractor Safety

6. Housekeeping and Maintenance Equipment and Procedures

7. Grain Elevators







Other State-Specific Special Industries

This checklist links each MICHIGAN regulatory requirement in the Other State-Specific SpecialIndustries rulebook to its closest federal regulatory equivalent. It has been designed for use with thecorresponding federal audit guide. For ease of reference, the state differences presented here arenumbered both sequentially (in the “#” column) and in terms of the number that links them to thespecific analogous question in the federal guide (in the “Fed-Ref” column). Note that section titles inthis checklist are identical with the section titles used in the federal guide.








MI 1-1


1. State–Specific Special Industries


S1 Michigan has regulations for tree trimmingand removal in Rule 53 of the GeneralIndustry Standards (R 408.15301 – R408.15363). These regulations duplicatesome of the requirements of both federaland state regulations for theTelecommunications industry and theElectric Power Generation, Transmission,and Distribution industry. However, thestandard is much broader in scope than bothfederal and state requirements for theseindustries. There is no federal equivalent.

MI 1-2 S1 Michigan has regulations for plastic moldingthat apply to blow molding, foam molding,compression and transfer molding, injectionmolding, extrusion, expansion molding,rotation molding, vacuum molding, sealing,heating, granulating, and welding of plastics.The regulations do not apply to blister-,skin-, or shrink-packaging processes. Theregulations are found in Rule 62 of theGeneral Industry Standards (R 408.16201 –R 408.16251). There is no federalequivalent.

MI 1-3 S1 Michigan has regulations for foundries inRule 44 of the General Industry Standards(R 408.14401 – R 408.14498). There is nofederal equivalent.

MI 1-4 S1 Michigan has regulations for oil and gasdrilling and servicing operations in Rule 57of the General Industry Standards (R408.15701 – R 408.15771). There is nofederal equivalent.

MI 1-5 1.1 Supervision and inspections are required toenforce compliance with logging regulations(R 408.15113(c)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□MI 1-6 1.1 Logging employees may not work alone on

felling or skidding operations (R408.15113(d)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□




MI 1-7 1.1 A faller or bucker in the logging industrymust not work beyond hearing range ofanother employee unless a procedure hasbeen established for periodically checkingon the faller or bucker during the course ofthe work day (R 408.15152).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 1-8 1.1 A person working near moving loggingmachinery must wear close-fitting, fastenedclothing (R 408.15121).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□MI 1-9 1.1 Slasher saws and buzz saws used in logging

must meet certain requirements (R408.15137 – R 408.15138).

MI 1-10 1.1 At automotive service operations, personalprotective equipment such as eye protection,gloves, boots, and respirators must besupplied and used as dictated by the hazardsof the work. In addition, certain articles ofapparel such as cloth shoes, open sandals,and exposed rings and necklaces must notbe worn in the work area (R 408.17213).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 1-11 1.1 A minimum of 25 foot-candles of lightingmust be provided where hazardous work isconducted in automotive service operations(R 408.17221).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 1-12 1.1 The installation of machinery and equipmentin automotive service centers must complywith certain requirements (R 408.17222).

MI 1-13 1.1 Good housekeeping must be maintained inautomotive service work areas (R408.17223).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□MI 1-14 1.1 Ventilation and air receivers must be

provided in automotive service areas andmust comply with certain requirements (R408.17224).

MI 1-15 1.1 Flammables, including paints and coatings,used during automotive service must behandled safely (R 408.17225).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□




MI 1-16 1.1 An automotive service employee adjustingor testing the tension of a belt, or installingor removing a belt on a vehicle, must do soonly when the motor is off and withoutturning the engine over (R 408.17226).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 1-17 1.1 Cranes, winches, hoists, and chain falls usedat automotive service centers must beinstalled and used in accordance with certainrequirements (R 408.17232).

MI 1-18 1.1 Wreckers must be equipped and operated inaccordance with certain requirements (R408.17233).

MI 1-19 1.1 A vehicle being serviced, adjusted, orrepaired while the motor is running musthave 2 wheels chocked from the front andrear, or have the parking brake set, or haveother vehicle restraint controls provided andused (R 408.17234).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 1-20 1.1 Radiators and gas tanks must be serviced inaccordance with certain requirements (R408.17241).

MI 1-21 1.1 Extractors and wringers used in automotiveservice operations must be equipped andoperated in accordance with certainrequirements (R 408.17245).

MI 1-22 1.1 Car wash conveyors must be equipped andoperated in accordance with certainrequirements (R 408.17246).

MI 1-23 1.1 Automotive lift devices at automotiveservice centers must be equipped, inspected,and operated in accordance with certainrequirements (R 408.17251 – R 408.17253).

MICHIGAN Electrical Safety





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This checklist links each MICHIGAN regulatory requirement in the Electrical Safety rulebook to itsclosest federal regulatory equivalent. It has been designed for use with the corresponding federal auditguide. For ease of reference, the state differences presented here are numbered both sequentially (in the“#” column) and in terms of the number that links them to the specific analogous question in the federalguide (in the “Fed-Ref” column). Note that section titles in this checklist are identical with the sectiontitles used in the federal guide.


















2. Wiring Design and Protection

3. Wiring Methods, Components, and Equipment for General Use

4. Specific Purpose Equipment and Installations

5. Hazardous (Classified) Locations

6. Special Systems

7. Safety-Related Work Practices – Scope

8. Training

MI 9-1





9. Selection and Use of Work Practices


S9 The following additional steps must befollowed, in the order presented, beforecircuits or equipment is reenergized, eventemporarily (R 408.14004(10)):

– Employees who are exposed to thehazards associated with reenergizing thecircuit or equipment must be warned tostay clear.

– Each lock must be removed by theemployee who applied it or by anemployee who is under his/her directsupervision.

– If the employee who applied the lock isabsent from the workplace and the lockmust be removed, the removal may bedone by a qualified person who isdesignated to perform this task. Beforethe lock is removed, the employer mustconfirm that the employee who appliedthe lock is not available at theworkplace. The employer must alsoensure that the original employee isaware that the lock has been removedbefore he/she resumes work at thatworkplace.

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 9-2 9.2 The Michigan standard does not require awritten copy of lockout/tagout procedureswhen working on or near exposeddeenergized parts (R 408.14004).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

10. Use of Equipment

11. Safeguards for Personnel Protection


MICHIGAN Diving





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This checklist links each MICHIGAN regulatory requirement in the Diving rulebook to its closestfederal regulatory equivalent. It has been designed for use with the corresponding federal audit guide.For ease of reference, the state differences presented here are numbered both sequentially (in the “#”column) and in terms of the number that links them to the specific analogous question in the federalguide (in the “Fed-Ref” column). Note that section titles in this checklist are identical with the sectiontitles used in the federal guide.















1. Qualifications of Dive Team

2. General Operations Procedures

3. Specific Operations Procedures

4. Equipment Procedures and Requirements

5. Recordkeeping


MICHIGAN Hazard Communication





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Hazard Communication Standard

This checklist links each MICHIGAN regulatory requirement in the Hazard Communication Standardrulebook to its closest federal regulatory equivalent. It has been designed for use with the correspondingfederal audit guide. For ease of reference, the state differences presented here are numbered bothsequentially (in the “#” column) and in terms of the number that links them to the specific analogousquestion in the federal guide (in the “Fed-Ref” column). Note that section titles in this checklist areidentical with the section titles used in the federal guide.











MI 4-1





1. Facilities with Limited Requirements

2. Hazard Classification

3. Written Hazard Communication Program

4. Labels and Other Forms of Warning


S4 Employers must post a notice of a newlyreceived or revised SDS, along withdirections for where to find the sheet, nolater than 5 working days after the sheet'sreceipt. The notice must remain posted for10 working days (408.1014k(2)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

5. Safety Data Sheets (SDSs)

6. Employee Information and Training

7. Trade Secrets

MI 8-1




S8 Employers subject to the hazardcommunication standard must post signsthroughout the workplace advisingemployees of certain information(408.1014j).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

Guide Note

• Verify that the facility has posted signs in employee areas that include the followinginformation:

– the location of the safety data sheets (SDSs) for the hazardous chemicals produced or usedin the workplace and the name of the person from whom to obtain the sheets(408.1014j(a));

– that the employer is prohibited from discharging or discriminating against an employeewho requests information about hazardous chemicals (408.1014j(b));

– that, as an alternative to requesting an SDS from the employer, the employee may obtain acopy of the SDS from the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA)(408.1014j(c)); and

– the address and telephone number of the division of the LARA that has the responsibilityto respond to such requests (408.1014j(c)).

MI 8-2 S8 Employers must identify the contents ofpipes or piping systems that contain ahazardous chemical in one of severalspecific ways (408.1014c).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□






Chemical Hygiene Standard

This checklist links each MICHIGAN regulatory requirement in the Chemical Hygiene Standardrulebook to its closest federal regulatory equivalent. It has been designed for use with the correspondingfederal audit guide. For ease of reference, the state differences presented here are numbered bothsequentially (in the “#” column) and in terms of the number that links them to the specific analogousquestion in the federal guide (in the “Fed-Ref” column). Note that section titles in this checklist areidentical with the section titles used in the federal guide.








MI 1-1



1. Chemical Hygiene Standard


S1 The Michigan standard for hazardous workin laboratories is found at Part 431 of thehealth standards R 325.70101 et seq.. Itgenerally follows the federal standard at 29CFR 1910.1450. However, the Michiganstandard specifically states that certain otheroccupational health and safety standardsalso apply to laboratory operations (R325.70101(3)).







DOT Marking

This checklist links each MICHIGAN regulatory requirement in the DOT Marking rulebook to itsclosest federal regulatory equivalent. It has been designed for use with the corresponding federal auditguide. For ease of reference, the state differences presented here are numbered both sequentially (in the“#” column) and in terms of the number that links them to the specific analogous question in the federalguide (in the “Fed-Ref” column). Note that section titles in this checklist are identical with the sectiontitles used in the federal guide.











1. Retention of DOT Markings, Placards, and Labels


MICHIGAN Chemical, Biological, and Physical Exposure Control





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Air Contaminants

This checklist links each MICHIGAN regulatory requirement in the Air Contaminants rulebook to itsclosest federal regulatory equivalent. It has been designed for use with the corresponding federal auditguide. For ease of reference, the state differences presented here are numbered both sequentially (in the“#” column) and in terms of the number that links them to the specific analogous question in the federalguide (in the “Fed-Ref” column). Note that section titles in this checklist are identical with the sectiontitles used in the federal guide.








MI 1-1



1. Chemical Exposure – Air Contaminants


S1 Michigan’s air contaminants table has threedifferent categories of limits: 8-hour time-weighted average (TWA), short-term limit(STEL), and ceiling. The STEL is based ona 15-minute time-weighted average (R325.51108).

Note: The federal limits refer only to TWAand ceiling.

MI 1-2 S1 Many of Michigan’s air contaminant limitsare more stringent than the correspondingfederal limits (R 325.51103). R 325.51108Table G-1-A, “Exposure Limits for AirContaminants,” can be found online at http://www.michigan.gov/documents/lara/lara_miosha_part301_426873_7.pdf.










Asbestos

This checklist links each MICHIGAN regulatory requirement in the Asbestos rulebook to its closestfederal regulatory equivalent. It has been designed for use with the corresponding federal audit guide.For ease of reference, the state differences presented here are numbered both sequentially (in the “#”column) and in terms of the number that links them to the specific analogous question in the federalguide (in the “Fed-Ref” column). Note that section titles in this checklist are identical with the sectiontitles used in the federal guide.









MI 2-1


1. Asbestos



S2 Asbestos abatement contractors must belicensed (338.3101 et seq.).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□MI 2-2 S2 Asbestos workers must be certified

(338.3401 et seq.).

Note: Certification and licensing can beverified through the state's “verify andsearch” website at http://www.dleg.state.mi.us/asbestos_program/.

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□








13 Carcinogens

This checklist links each MICHIGAN regulatory requirement in the 13 Carcinogens rulebook to itsclosest federal regulatory equivalent. It has been designed for use with the corresponding federal auditguide. For ease of reference, the state differences presented here are numbered both sequentially (in the“#” column) and in terms of the number that links them to the specific analogous question in the federalguide (in the “Fed-Ref” column). Note that section titles in this checklist are identical with the sectiontitles used in the federal guide.








MI 1-1



1. 13 Carcinogens


1.1 A daily roster of employees enteringregulated areas must be established andmaintained. The rosters or a summary of therosters must be retained for 20 years (R325.35004(1)).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 1-2 1.6 Research and quality control activitiesinvolving the use of a carcinogen are subjectto certain requirements relating toventilation, waste disposal, inventory ofcarcinogens, and work practices (R325.35003(8)).







Vinyl Chloride

This checklist links each MICHIGAN regulatory requirement in the Vinyl Chloride rulebook to itsclosest federal regulatory equivalent. It has been designed for use with the corresponding federal auditguide. For ease of reference, the state differences presented here are numbered both sequentially (in the“#” column) and in terms of the number that links them to the specific analogous question in the federalguide (in the “Fed-Ref” column). Note that section titles in this checklist are identical with the sectiontitles used in the federal guide.











1. Vinyl Chloride







Inorganic Arsenic

This checklist links each MICHIGAN regulatory requirement in the Inorganic Arsenic rulebook to itsclosest federal regulatory equivalent. It has been designed for use with the corresponding federal auditguide. For ease of reference, the state differences presented here are numbered both sequentially (in the“#” column) and in terms of the number that links them to the specific analogous question in the federalguide (in the “Fed-Ref” column). Note that section titles in this checklist are identical with the sectiontitles used in the federal guide.








MI 1-1



1. Inorganic Arsenic


S1 Michigan has adopted the following rulesfor specific chemicals or hazards, all ofwhich closely follow their federalcounterparts:


• 1,3-butadiene: R 325.50091;








• cadmium: R 325.51851;

• lead: R 325.51901;


• bloodborne infectious diseases: R325.70001.







Lead

This checklist links each MICHIGAN regulatory requirement in the Lead rulebook to its closest federalregulatory equivalent. It has been designed for use with the corresponding federal audit guide. For easeof reference, the state differences presented here are numbered both sequentially (in the “#” column)and in terms of the number that links them to the specific analogous question in the federal guide (in the“Fed-Ref” column). Note that section titles in this checklist are identical with the section titles used inthe federal guide.








MI 1-1





1. Lead




• 1,3-butadiene: R 325.50091;








• cadmium: R 325.51851;

• lead: R 325.51901;



2. Lead-Based Paint: Disclosure for Property Owners or Lessors

3. Lead-Based Paint: Notification and Certification Requirements for Renovators







Chromium (VI)

This checklist links each MICHIGAN regulatory requirement in the Chromium (VI) rulebook to itsclosest federal regulatory equivalent. It has been designed for use with the corresponding federal auditguide. For ease of reference, the state differences presented here are numbered both sequentially (in the“#” column) and in terms of the number that links them to the specific analogous question in the federalguide (in the “Fed-Ref” column). Note that section titles in this checklist are identical with the sectiontitles used in the federal guide.











1. Chromium (VI)







Cadmium

This checklist links each MICHIGAN regulatory requirement in the Cadmium rulebook to its closestfederal regulatory equivalent. It has been designed for use with the corresponding federal audit guide.For ease of reference, the state differences presented here are numbered both sequentially (in the “#”column) and in terms of the number that links them to the specific analogous question in the federalguide (in the “Fed-Ref” column). Note that section titles in this checklist are identical with the sectiontitles used in the federal guide.








MI 1-1



1. Cadmium




• 1,3-butadiene: R 325.50091;








• cadmium: R 325.51851;

• lead: R 325.51901;









Benzene

This checklist links each MICHIGAN regulatory requirement in the Benzene rulebook to its closestfederal regulatory equivalent. It has been designed for use with the corresponding federal audit guide.For ease of reference, the state differences presented here are numbered both sequentially (in the “#”column) and in terms of the number that links them to the specific analogous question in the federalguide (in the “Fed-Ref” column). Note that section titles in this checklist are identical with the sectiontitles used in the federal guide.








MI 1-1



1. Benzene




• 1,3-butadiene: R 325.50091;








• cadmium: R 325.51851;

• lead: R 325.51901;









Coke Oven Emissions

This checklist links each MICHIGAN regulatory requirement in the Coke Oven Emissions rulebook toits closest federal regulatory equivalent. It has been designed for use with the corresponding federalaudit guide. For ease of reference, the state differences presented here are numbered both sequentially(in the “#” column) and in terms of the number that links them to the specific analogous question in thefederal guide (in the “Fed-Ref” column). Note that section titles in this checklist are identical with thesection titles used in the federal guide.








MI 1-1



1. Coke Oven Emissions




• 1,3-butadiene: R 325.50091;








• cadmium: R 325.51851;

• lead: R 325.51901;









Cotton Dust

This checklist links each MICHIGAN regulatory requirement in the Cotton Dust rulebook to its closestfederal regulatory equivalent. It has been designed for use with the corresponding federal audit guide.For ease of reference, the state differences presented here are numbered both sequentially (in the “#”column) and in terms of the number that links them to the specific analogous question in the federalguide (in the “Fed-Ref” column). Note that section titles in this checklist are identical with the sectiontitles used in the federal guide.











1. Cotton Dust







DBCP

This checklist links each MICHIGAN regulatory requirement in the DBCP rulebook to its closestfederal regulatory equivalent. It has been designed for use with the corresponding federal audit guide.For ease of reference, the state differences presented here are numbered both sequentially (in the “#”column) and in terms of the number that links them to the specific analogous question in the federalguide (in the “Fed-Ref” column). Note that section titles in this checklist are identical with the sectiontitles used in the federal guide.











1. 1,2-dibromo-3-chloropropane (DBCP)







Acrylonitrile

This checklist links each MICHIGAN regulatory requirement in the Acrylonitrile rulebook to its closestfederal regulatory equivalent. It has been designed for use with the corresponding federal audit guide.For ease of reference, the state differences presented here are numbered both sequentially (in the “#”column) and in terms of the number that links them to the specific analogous question in the federalguide (in the “Fed-Ref” column). Note that section titles in this checklist are identical with the sectiontitles used in the federal guide.








MI 1-1



1. Acrylonitrile




• 1,3-butadiene: R 325.50091;








• cadmium: R 325.51851;

• lead: R 325.51901;









Ethylene Oxide

This checklist links each MICHIGAN regulatory requirement in the Ethylene Oxide rulebook to itsclosest federal regulatory equivalent. It has been designed for use with the corresponding federal auditguide. For ease of reference, the state differences presented here are numbered both sequentially (in the“#” column) and in terms of the number that links them to the specific analogous question in the federalguide (in the “Fed-Ref” column). Note that section titles in this checklist are identical with the sectiontitles used in the federal guide.








MI 1-1



1. Ethylene Oxide




• 1,3-butadiene: R 325.50091;








• cadmium: R 325.51851;

• lead: R 325.51901;









Formaldehyde

This checklist links each MICHIGAN regulatory requirement in the Formaldehyde rulebook to itsclosest federal regulatory equivalent. It has been designed for use with the corresponding federal auditguide. For ease of reference, the state differences presented here are numbered both sequentially (in the“#” column) and in terms of the number that links them to the specific analogous question in the federalguide (in the “Fed-Ref” column). Note that section titles in this checklist are identical with the sectiontitles used in the federal guide.








MI 1-1



1. Formaldehyde




• 1,3-butadiene: R 325.50091;








• cadmium: R 325.51851;

• lead: R 325.51901;









MDA

This checklist links each MICHIGAN regulatory requirement in the MDA rulebook to its closest federalregulatory equivalent. It has been designed for use with the corresponding federal audit guide. For easeof reference, the state differences presented here are numbered both sequentially (in the “#” column)and in terms of the number that links them to the specific analogous question in the federal guide (in the“Fed-Ref” column). Note that section titles in this checklist are identical with the section titles used inthe federal guide.








MI 1-1



1. Methylenedianiline (MDA)




• 1,3-butadiene: R 325.50091;








• cadmium: R 325.51851;

• lead: R 325.51901;









1,3-Butadiene

This checklist links each MICHIGAN regulatory requirement in the 1,3-Butadiene rulebook to itsclosest federal regulatory equivalent. It has been designed for use with the corresponding federal auditguide. For ease of reference, the state differences presented here are numbered both sequentially (in the“#” column) and in terms of the number that links them to the specific analogous question in the federalguide (in the “Fed-Ref” column). Note that section titles in this checklist are identical with the sectiontitles used in the federal guide.








MI 1-1



1. 1,3–Butadiene




• 1,3-butadiene: R 325.50091;








• cadmium: R 325.51851;

• lead: R 325.51901;









Methylene Chloride

This checklist links each MICHIGAN regulatory requirement in the Methylene Chloride rulebook to itsclosest federal regulatory equivalent. It has been designed for use with the corresponding federal auditguide. For ease of reference, the state differences presented here are numbered both sequentially (in the“#” column) and in terms of the number that links them to the specific analogous question in the federalguide (in the “Fed-Ref” column). Note that section titles in this checklist are identical with the sectiontitles used in the federal guide.








MI 1-1



1. Methylene Chloride (MC)




• 1,3-butadiene: R 325.50091;








• cadmium: R 325.51851;

• lead: R 325.51901;









Ionizing Radiation

This checklist links each MICHIGAN regulatory requirement in the Ionizing Radiation rulebook to itsclosest federal regulatory equivalent. It has been designed for use with the corresponding federal auditguide. For ease of reference, the state differences presented here are numbered both sequentially (in the“#” column) and in terms of the number that links them to the specific analogous question in the federalguide (in the “Fed-Ref” column). Note that section titles in this checklist are identical with the sectiontitles used in the federal guide.









MI 2-1


1. Ionizing Radiation



S2 Special standards regarding the use ofradiation equipment must be posted andfollowed in machine rooms in pulp, paper,and paperboard mills (R 325.60617).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□

MI 2-2 S2 The use of X-rays and radioactive isotopesfor inspection of welded transmissionpipeline joints and welded mechanicalpiping system joints must be carried out inaccordance with ANSI Z54.1, “SafetyStandard for Nonmedical X-ray and SealedGamma-ray Sources” (R 325.60618).

N/A.

□

Complies.

□

Does NotComply

.□






Medical Recordkeeping

This checklist links each MICHIGAN regulatory requirement in the Medical Recordkeeping rulebook toits closest federal regulatory equivalent. It has been designed for use with the corresponding federalaudit guide. For ease of reference, the state differences presented here are numbered both sequentially(in the “#” column) and in terms of the number that links them to the specific analogous question in thefederal guide (in the “Fed-Ref” column). Note that section titles in this checklist are identical with thesection titles used in the federal guide.











1. Access to Employee Exposure and Medical Records







Respirable Silica

This checklist links each MICHIGAN regulatory requirement in the Respirable Silica rulebook to itsclosest federal regulatory equivalent. It has been designed for use with the corresponding federal auditguide. For ease of reference, the state differences presented here are numbered both sequentially (in the“#” column) and in terms of the number that links them to the specific analogous question in the federalguide (in the “Fed-Ref” column). Note that section titles in this checklist are identical with the sectiontitles used in the federal guide.


















1. Exposure Assessment and Control

2. Regulated Areas

3. Methods of Compliance

4. Respiratory Protection

5. Housekeeping

6. Medical Surveillance

7. Communication of Respirable Crystalline Silica Hazards to Employees

8. Recordkeeping


MICHIGAN Bloodborne Pathogens





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This checklist links each MICHIGAN regulatory requirement in the Bloodborne Pathogens rulebook toits closest federal regulatory equivalent. It has been designed for use with the corresponding federalaudit guide. For ease of reference, the state differences presented here are numbered both sequentially(in the “#” column) and in terms of the number that links them to the specific analogous question in thefederal guide (in the “Fed-Ref” column). Note that section titles in this checklist are identical with thesection titles used in the federal guide.








MI 1-1



1. Bloodborne Pathogens




• 1,3-butadiene: R 325.50091;








• cadmium: R 325.51851;

• lead: R 325.51901;




MICHIGAN Radiation Protection





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This checklist links each MICHIGAN regulatory requirement in the Radiation Protection rulebook to itsclosest federal regulatory equivalent. It has been designed for use with the corresponding federal auditguide. For ease of reference, the state differences presented here are numbered both sequentially (in the“#” column) and in terms of the number that links them to the specific analogous question in the federalguide (in the “Fed-Ref” column). Note that section titles in this checklist are identical with the sectiontitles used in the federal guide.

















1. Control of General Occupational Exposures

2. Dose Limits for Individual Members of the Public

3. Radiation Surveys and Monitoring

4. Respiratory Protection and Controls

5. Precautionary Procedures

6. Waste Disposal

7. Reporting

8. Recordkeeping

MI 9-1




9. Radiation Safety Requirements for Industrial Radiographic Operations


S9 Special standards regarding the use ofradiation equipment must be posted andfollowed in machine rooms in pulp, paper,and paperboard mills (R 325.60617).

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MI 9-2 S9 The use of X-rays and radioactive isotopesfor inspection of welded transmissionpipeline joints and welded mechanicalpiping system joints must be carried out inaccordance with ANSI Z54.1, “SafetyStandard for Nonmedical X-ray and SealedGamma-ray Sources” (R 325.60618).

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11. No Corresponding Federal Checklist

Documents

MICHIGAN Regulatory Differences Summary - STP Onlinestponline.stpub.com/pubs/osha/sdoa-mi/sdo_mi.pdf · MICHIGAN Regulatory Differences Summary 1. ... •Electrical Safety, 29 CFR