SN 26 - Guarding of the Sides of Carding Machines Used in the Textile Industry

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SN 26 - Guarding of the Sides of Carding Machines Used in the Textile Industry

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This OSH Standards Notice discusses the requirements for protecting employees against nip-point motions, gears, and pulleys on the sides of carding machines used in the textile industry. Standards referenced 29 CFR 1910.219(a)(3), 29 CFR 1910.219(e)(1)(i), 29 CFR 1910.219(f)(1), 29 CFR 1910.219(f)(3), and 29 CFR 1910.219(e)(3) - Mechanical power-transmission apparatus. 

Also reference the safety and health topic page for Machine Guarding and SN 01 - Textile Machinery.

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