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Subchapter 13. Logging and Sawmill Safety Orders
Article 2. Logging Operations--General
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§6257. Embedded Objects.


Embedded metal, rock, ceramic, glass, and all other foreign objects, which can damage head rig saws, shall be located and removed from logs prior to milling.

EXCEPTION: When off bearers are protected from any hazard of injury if the head rig saw and/or object explodes, shatters or breaks upon contact, location and removal of such objects shall not be required.

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

HISTORY

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

2. Amendment filed 6-12-90; operative 7-12-90 (Register 90, No. 32).

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