Forging machines.
Summary
If your specific machine or operation is not listed here, then follow any general requirements in this section along with the "Requirements for all machines" found in this chapter, WAC
296-806-200 and
296-806-300.
The requirements in this section apply to machines used in the forming of hot metal, such as hot trimming presses, forging hammers, hot forging presses, upsetters, hot bending and hot metal presses, and equipment used in boltheading and rivet making, as well as other forging equipment. For specific forging machine requirements, see Table 430-1.
EXEMPTION: | This section does not apply to cold forging operations. |
Your responsibility:
To make sure all forging and associated equipment in your workplace are constructed, operated, and maintained in a safe manner.
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR FORGING MACHINES
You must meet the requirements… | in this section: |
Follow these safety requirements when using lead and lead casts | |
Properly inspect and maintain forging equipment | |
Use safety blocks on hammers and presses | |
Make sure tongs meet these requirements | |
Protect employees when removing scale | |
Provide adequate foundations for hammers and presses | |
Follow these requirements for manually operated valves and switches | |
Table 430-1
Specific Requirements for Forging Machines
WACs needed in addition to those included under "General Requirements for Forging Machines" | Steam hammers | Airlift hammers | Board hammers | Saws |
WAC 296-806-43016 Use die keys and shims made of proper-grade material | X | X | | |
| X | X | | |
| X | X | | |
| X | X | | |
| X | X | | |
WAC 296-806-43026 Follow these requirements when using board hammers | | | X | |
| | | | X |
[Statutory Authority: RCW
49.17.010,
49.17.040,
49.17.050,
49.17.060. WSR 15-24-102, § 296-806-430, filed 12/1/15, effective 1/5/16; WSR 04-14-028, § 296-806-430, filed 6/29/04, effective 1/1/05.]