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S-2.1, r. 4 - Safety Code for the construction industry
Section 3.16.9
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3.16.9. Conveyors:
(1) The resistance of a structural element of a conveyor shall be calculated so that it supports the loads and overloads to which it is exposed.
(2) A mobile element shall be protected in accordance with section 3.10.13 if it is located less than 2 m away from an accessible floor.
(3) A conveyor installed above a walkway or a work area shall be equipped with a protector to prevent objects from falling.
(4) An aerial conveyor in which workers are required to travel shall be equipped with a runway along its entire length and with an emergency stopping device installed at each work location.
(5) It is forbidden for a worker to climb on a conveyor or to stand on the structure supporting it.
(6) A vertical bucket conveyor shall be surrounded by a full protector:
(a) covering the entire length; and
(b) equipped with a door or with a detachable part for inspection, cleaning and repairs; the opening of this door or the removal of a detachable part shall produce automatic stopping of the conveyor.
3.16.9. Conveyors:
(1) The resistance of a structural element of a conveyor shall be calculated so that it supports the loads and overloads to which it is exposed. The structural element shall conform to the requirements of Part IV of the Building Code (R.R.Q., 1981, c. S-3, r. 2).
(2) A mobile element shall be protected in accordance with section 3.10.13 if it is located less than 2 m away from an accessible floor.
(3) A conveyor installed above a walkway or a work area shall be equipped with a protector to prevent objects from falling.
(4) An aerial conveyor in which workers are required to travel shall be equipped with a runway along its entire length and with an emergency stopping device installed at each work location.
(5) It is forbidden for a worker to climb on a conveyor or to stand on the structure supporting it.
(6) A vertical bucket conveyor shall be surrounded by a full protector:
(a) covering the entire length; and
(b) equipped with a door or with a detachable part for inspection, cleaning and repairs; the opening of this door or the removal of a detachable part shall produce automatic stopping of the conveyor.
