Subchapter 7. General Industry Safety Orders
Group 3. General Plant Equipment and Special Operations
Article 17. Engines and Compressors

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§3512. Valve Gears.

Valve gears on steam engines shall be so arranged, or other provisions made, that, in the event of the load being removed, the engine will stop if the governor fails to act. (A broken governor belt stop will be considered sufficient for slide or four-valve engines.)

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

HISTORY

1. Amendment filed 12-16-85; effective thirtieth day thereafter (Register 85, No. 51).

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