Headroom; Controls; Control Stations - Honeywell Pallet Accuglide ZoneFlex Accumulation Conveyor Maintenance Manual

1.4.2 Headroom

When the equipment is installed above exit passageways, aisles, or corridors, there
shall be a minimum clearance of 6 ft. 8 in. (2.03 m) measured vertically from the floor
or walking surface to the lowest part of the equipment or guards. Where system
function will be impaired by providing the minimum clearance of 6 ft. 8 in. (2.03 m)
through an emergency exit, alternate passageways shall be provided. It is
permissible to allow passage under the equipment with less than 6 ft. 8 in. (2.03 m)
clearance from the floor for other than emergency exits if a suitable warning indicates
low headroom.
1.5

Controls

All electrical installations and wiring shall conform to the National Electrical Code
(Article 670 or other applicable articles) as published by the National Fire Protection
Association and as approved by the American National Standards Institute, Inc.

1.5.1 Control Stations

Control stations should be arranged and located so that the operation of the affected
equipment is visible from them. Control stations shall be clearly marked or labeled to
indicate the function controlled.
Equipment causing injury when started shall not be started until employees in the
area are alerted by a signal, or by a designated person, that the equipment is about
to start. When the equipment would cause injury and is automatically controlled or
must be controlled from a remote location is started, an audible device shall be
provided which can be clearly heard at all points along the conveyor where
personnel may be present. The audible warning shall be actuated by the controller
device starting the equipment and shall continue for a required period of time before
the equipment starts. A flashing light or similar visual warning may be used in
conjunction with, or in place of, the audible device if a visual warning is more
effective. Where system function would be seriously hindered or adversely affected
by the required time delay, or where the intent of the warning may be misinterpreted
(e.g., a work area with many different pieces of equipment and allied devices), a
clear, concise, and legible warning sign shall be provided. The warning shall indicate
the equipment and allied equipment may be started at any time, and danger exists,
and personnel must keep clear. These warning signs shall be provided along the
equipment at areas not guarded by position or location.
Remotely and automatically controlled equipment, and equipment where operator
stations are not manned or are beyond voice or visual contact from drive areas,
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