This information is provided free of charge by the Department of Industrial Relations from its web site at www.dir.ca.gov. These regulations are for the convenience of the user and no representation or warranty is made that the information is current or accurate. See full disclaimer at https://www.dir.ca.gov/od_pub/disclaimer.html.
 
Subchapter 17. Mine Safety Orders
Article 36. Hoisting Equipment
Return to index
New query

§7123. Hoists.

(a) In addition to the regular operating controls, every hoist shall be provided with adequate means for disconnecting the power from the hoist.

(b) The means for disconnecting the power shall be located where it can be easily and safely manipulated by the hoist operator at his operating station.

(c) Power shall be disconnected from the hoist when:

(1) Movement of the hoist would endanger men working on or about the hoist or equipment moved by the hoist.

(2) The hoist is left unattended.

(d) (19-1) Hoists shall have rated capacities consistent with the loads handled and the recommended safety factors of the ropes used.

(e) (19-2) Hoists shall be anchored securely.

(f) (19-6) Automatic hoists shall be provided with devices that automatically apply the brakes in the event of power failure.

Go BackGo Back to the Mine Safety Orders, Article 36 Table of Contents