1. (a) Every band wheel shall be carefully inspected at least once a month for defects; proper repairs shall be made, or the wheel removed from service.
2. (b) A band wheel in which a crack is found shall be immediately discontinued from service until properly repaired.
3. (c) Band wheels 7 inches or wider shall have a minimum rim thickness of ⅝ -inch if made of cast iron, or ½ -inch if of cast steel, or equivalent material, except for a distance no more than 1-inch from the edge of the wheel.
4. (d) No band wheel saw shall be run at a peripheral speed in excess of that recommended by the manufacturer.

Note: Authority cited: Section 142.3, Labor Code. Reference: Section 142.3, Labor Code.

History

1. Amendment of subsection (c) filed 2-6-85; effective thirtieth day thereafter (Register 85, No. 6).