Important Federal Laws & Regulations - Priefert FMX Operator's Manual

This section is not intended as a legal interpretation of the laws and regulations and should not be considered as such. The following information is
intended to explain the concept and effect in the broadest of terms only.
U.S. Public Law 91-596 (Occupational Health and Safety Act of 1970) "To assure safe and healthful working conditions for working men and
women; by authorizing enforcement of the standards developed under the Act; by assisting and encouraging the States in their efforts to assure safe
and healthful working conditions; by providing for research, information, education, and training in the field of occupational safety and health; and for
other purposes."
SECTION 5 DUTIES
a) Each employer
(1) shall furnish to each of his employees employment and a place of employment which are free from recognized hazards that are causing
or are likely to cause death or serious physical harm to his employees;
(2) shall comply with occupational safety and health standards promulgated under the Act.
b) Each employee shall comply with occupational safety and health standards and all rules, regulations, and orders issued pursuant to this Act which
are applicable to his own actions and conduct.
OSHA Regulations
Title 29, Code of Federal Regulations Part 1928 (29 CFR 1928) - Occupational Safety and Health Administration. (OSHA) , as well as,
Title 29 Code of Federal Regulations Part 1910 (29 CFR 1910 Parts 142, 266, 1200 and 1027) also contain applicable training standards.
Training Requirement
(6) Operating Instructions. At the time of initial assignment and at least annually thereafter, the employer shall instruct every employee in the
safe operation and servicing of all covered equipment with which he is or will be involved, including at least the following safe operating
practices.
(i) Keep all guards in place when the machine is in operation;
(ii) Permit no riders on farm field equipment other than persons required for instruction or assistance in machine operation;
(iii) Stop engine, disconnect the power source, and wait for all machine movement to stop before servicing, adjusting, cleaning, or
unclogging the equipment, except where the machine must be running to be properly serviced or maintained, in which case the
employer shall instruct employees as to all steps and procedures which are necessary to safely service or maintain the equipment;
(iv) Make sure everyone is clear of machinery before starting the engine, engaging power, or operating the machine;
(v) Lock out electrical power before performing maintenance or service on farmstead equipment.
Title 29, Code of Federal Regulations Part 570.70 (29 CFR 570.70) subpart E-1 — Child Labor Under 16 Years Old
The child labor rules that apply to agricultural employment depend on the age of the young worker and the kind of job to be performed. The rules
are the same for all youth, migrant children as well as local resident children. In addition to the restrictions on hours, the Secretary of Labor has
found that certain jobs in agriculture are too hazardous for anyone under 16 to perform. Specifically under the age of 16 may not operate power
machinery. It is your responsibility to know what regulations are in your own area or situation.
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IMPORTANT FEDERAL LAWS AND REGULATIONS
FOR OPERATORS, EMPLOYERS AND EMPLOYEES