Digest of COSHAB's decision dated February 13, 1975, Docket No. 74-R1D3-404. Ford B. Ford, Chairman; Monroe Browne and Gerald Shearin, Members. Robert L. Harvey, Hearing Officer.
V-belt and Pulley Guarding [4070[c]]---Equipment, Responsibility of Employer, Not Manufacturer. Appellant's employees were allegedly using an inadequately guarded air compressor to power an air hammer while installing siding and roofing during construction of ten two story buildings. Appellant's contention was that he had relied upon the manufacturer to provide proper guarding, and he was unaware that this did not meet requirements of Section 4070(c). Subsequent to the inspec
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