OAR 437-002-0314
Veneer and Plywood Machinery

NOTE: 1910.265(c) and (d) also apply to Veneer and Plywood Machinery. (See OAR 437-002-0313 (Additional Oregon Rules for Sawmills)(1).)

(1)

Purpose. The purpose of this rule is to prescribe minimum requirements for veneer and plywood operations.

(2)

Veneer Lathe.

(a)

A mechanical lock shall be provided to prevent the back-up roll from closing until activated by the operator.

(b)

A guard or positive interlock and necessary hydraulic or air controls shall be provided to prevent forward movement of the charger, if such movement may be hazardous.

(c)

Positive means shall be provided to hold the head in the open position while servicing the knife.

(d)

A protective device for the knife edge shall be provided for use when transporting the knife.

(e)

Where there is a hazard from “exploding” logs, both lathe operator’s and charger operator’s stations shall be protected against flying slabs and chips.

(f)

Means shall be provided in the knife grinding area to drain cleaning or cooling liquids from the work station.

(g)

Knives and other cutting equipment shall be stored in planned storage areas.

(h)

The area under the elevating ramp (tipple) from the lathe to the stock trays shall be guarded to prevent entrance while the lathe is in operation.

(3)

Veneer Slicer. The veneer slicer knife shall be guarded at front and rear to prevent accidental contact with the knife edge.

(4)

Veneer Clipper.

(a)

Clippers shall be provided with a guard on both infeed and outfeed sides to protect the employees.

(b)

Each operating treadle for veneer clippers shall be covered by a device which is adequate to avoid accidental activation or tripping.

(5)

Veneer Cutter.

(a)

Power-driven guillotine veneer cutters (except continuous feed trimmers) shall be equipped with the following:

(A)

A starting device which requires the simultaneous action of both hands to start the cutting motion, and at least one hand on a control during the complete stroke of the knife; or

(B)

An automatic device which will remove the hands of the operator from the danger zone at every descent of the blade used in conjunction with one-hand starting devices which require two distinct movements of the device to start the cutting motion.

(b)

All power-driven veneer cutters shall be so designed that the knife positively returns to the starting position after each complete cycle of the knife.

(c)

Where two or more workers are employed at the same time on the same power-driven guillotine veneer cutter equipped with two-hand control, the device shall be so arranged that each worker shall be required to use both hands shall be required to use both hands simultaneously on the controls to start the cutting motion, and at least one hand on a control to complete the cut.
Note: The controls should be of a type that cannot be defeated by tying down one of them.

(d)

In addition to the brake or other stopping mechanism, a nonrepeat device shall be provided which will prevent the machine from operating in the event of a mechanical failure.

(e)

Where no other device serves as protection, a guard running the length of the knife shall be installed on the infeed side.

(f)

A protective device, such as side shields, shall be provided on the outfeed side.

(g)

A protective device for the knife edge shall be provided for use when transporting the knife.

(h)

Positive means of opening and locking the control circuit and supporting the mechanism in the “up” position shall be provided for use during knife changes.

(i)

When the hold-down clamp and knife are in their uppermost positions, the knife edge shall not extend below the lower edge of the hold-down clamp.

(6)

Tray System.

(a)

The tray system shall be equipped with controls at each end so that the system cannot be operated unless both switches are in the “on” position.

(b)

A walkway shall be constructed the entire length of the trays so that the top tray can be reached in the event of a “plug-up” without having to climb up the frames.

(7)

Veneer Dryer.

(a)

A standard stairway and catwalk across the tray lines shall be constructed to provide safe access in the event of a “plug-up” and dryer feed controls, including a positive lockout, shall be provided at the feeders’ station.

(b)

Steam lines outside the dryer which may be contacted by personnel shall be insulated or enclosed.

(c)

Suitable gloves and aprons shall be worn by workers off-bearing veneer from chain or table.

(d)

Where a band saw is used to trim panel core, it shall be guarded in accordance with 1910.265(e)(2)(ii)(C).

(8)

Hot Press or Veneer Press.

(a)

Steam lines which may be contacted by personnel shall be insulated or enclosed.

(b)

Standard guardrails shall be provided on the ends of loading and unloading elevators or hoist platforms or both. (See Division 2/D.)

(c)

Hot-press hoists shall be provided with a braking and holding mechanism which will operate automatically in case of failure of lifting chains or cables.

(d)

On a hot-press equipped with an automatic charger, an electrically interlocked gate or chain shall be provided across the opening between the charger and the press which, when opened, will open the circuit to prevent the charger from moving.

(e)

Where two workers are employed in loading the press, closing control devices shall be provided within reach of each work station, so interconnected as to require activation of both controls to operate the press, and a quick opening device shall be provided at each station on the press hoist platform.

(f)

Floor openings on non-working sides of press and pit shall be protected with standard guardrails. (See Division 2/D.)

(g)

Means shall be provided for safe access into the press pit, the top of the press, and each side, and a positive means of blocking up the hoist platform.

(9)

Stripsaw and Patch Machine.

(a)

An antikickback device and hood guard shall be provided on the veneer stripsaw.

(b)

The patch machine shall be guarded to prevent operator’s hands from entering the punch area, and the foot treadle shall be guarded.

(10)

Veneer Chipper and Hogs.

(a)

The top feed roll shall be equipped with a guard and a shield or panel shall be provided on the operator’s side to prevent operator from reaching the roll.

(b)

Chippers and hogs shall be guarded in accordance with 1910.265(c)(20)(i) through (c)(21)(ii)(C). Feed conveyors to chippers and hogs shall be guarded in accordance with OAR 437-002-0313 (Additional Oregon Rules for Sawmills)(2).

(11)

Electronic Laminating Press and Edge Gluer.

(a)

Interlocked gates shall be provided on infeed and outfeed sides of batch-type presses which are interlocked to prevent power being activated until gates are completely lowered.

(b)

Shielding shall be provided to protect against harmful exposure to radiation that may be emitted.

(c)

All screens and filters shall be equipped with interlocks which will shut off all power in the event they are removed.

(12)

Edge Gluer Jointer.

(a)

A barrier shall be installed at the end of the travel of the head to prevent flying splinters from injuring personnel.

(b)

A gate shall be installed to prevent access between the edge gluer jointer and the grasshopper, so arranged that when the gate is opened, all electricity, air, and hydraulic lines will be shut off and the cylinders bled.

(c)

A device should be positioned across the front of the infeed nip point, so arranged as to shut off the equipment if contact is made with it.

(13)

Wide Belt Sanders. Wide-belt sanders shall be equipped with non-kickback fingers and a barrier at the infeed side adjusted to prevent more than one panel entering the sander at a time.

Source: Rule 437-002-0314 — Veneer and Plywood Machinery, https://secure.­sos.­state.­or.­us/oard/view.­action?ruleNumber=437-002-0314.

437–002–0005
Adoption by Reference 437–002–0006
General Oregon Definitions 437–002–0007
Testing and Certification 437–002–0010
Adoption by Reference 437–002–0015
Adoption by Reference 437–002–0020
Adoption by Reference 437–002–0022
Additional Oregon General Requirements 437–002–0026
Portable Ladders 437–002–0032
Ramps and Runways 437–002–0033
Piers and Wharves 437–002–0040
Adoption by Reference 437–002–0041
Exits and Exit Routes 437–002–0042
Emergency Action Plan 437–002–0043
Fire Prevention Plan 437–002–0047
Working Near Overhead High Voltage Lines and Equipment 437–002–0060
Adoption by Reference 437–002–0080
Adoption by Reference 437–002–0081
Oregon Ventilation Regulations 437–002–0095
Audiometric Testing in Oregon 437–002–0098
Additional Applicability 437–002–0100
Adoption by Reference 437–002–0101
Oregon Start-Up Dates 437–002–0107
Spray Finishing 437–002–0109
Explosives and Blasting Agents 437–002–0118
Oregon Rules for Reinforced Plastics Manufacturing 437–002–0119
Oregon Effective Dates 437–002–0120
Adoption by Reference 437–002–0122
Dipping and Coating 437–002–0134
Personal Protective Equipment 437–002–0139
Working Underway on Water. 437–002–0140
Adoption by Reference 437–002–0141
Additional Oregon Sanitation Requirements 437–002–0142
Labor Camps 437–002–0144
Additional Oregon Rules for General Environmental Controls 437–002–0145
Additional Oregon Rules for Accident Prevention and Tags 437–002–0146
Confined Spaces 437–002–0154
Individual Locks 437–002–0161
Medical Services and First Aid 437–002–0170
Worker Protection Standard 437–002–0180
Adoption by Reference 437–002–0182
Oregon Rules for Fire Fighters 437–002–0187
Portable Fire Extinguishers 437–002–0200
Adoption by Reference 437–002–0210
Additional Oregon Rules for Compressed Air and Compressed Gas Equipment 437–002–0220
Adoption by Reference 437–002–0221
Additional Oregon Rules for Handling Materials 437–002–0223
Oregon Rules for Commercial and Industrial Vehicles 437–002–0227
Additional Oregon Rules for Powered Industrial Trucks 437–002–0228
Oregon General Requirements for Cranes 437–002–0229
Additional Oregon Rules for Overhead and Gantry Cranes 437–002–0230
Additional Oregon Rule for Crawler, Locomotive and Truck Cranes 437–002–0232
Additional Oregon Rule for Derricks 437–002–0233
Oregon Rules for Hammerhead Cranes 437–002–0235
Additional Oregon Rule for Slings 437–002–0240
Adoption by Reference 437–002–0242
Oregon Rules for Machinery and Machine Guarding 437–002–0256
Stationary Compactors, Self-Contained Compactors, and Balers 437–002–0260
Adoption by Reference 437–002–0262
Additional Definitions in Oregon 437–002–0264
Additional General Requirements for Hand Tools 437–002–0266
Additional Oregon Rules for Guarding Portable Powered Tools 437–002–0268
Oregon Rules for Hand-Powered Equipment 437–002–0280
Adoption by Reference 437–002–0282
Job Planning and Layout 437–002–0283
Eye Protection and Protective Clothing 437–002–0284
Specifications for Protectors 437–002–0285
Special Precautions 437–002–0286
Preservative Coatings 437–002–0287
Toxic Preservative Coatings 437–002–0288
Health Protection and Ventilation — General 437–002–0297
Welding or Cutting Containers 437–002–0298
Self-Contained Units 437–002–0300
Adoption by Reference 437–002–0301
Scope and Application 437–002–0302
Definitions 437–002–0303
Training and Work Planning 437–002–0304
First Aid Requirements 437–002–0305
Traffic Control 437–002–0306
Electrical Hazards 437–002–0307
Personal Protective Equipment 437–002–0308
Portable Power Tools 437–002–0309
Hand Tools 437–002–0310
Work Procedures 437–002–0311
Mobile Equipment 437–002–0312
Oregon Rules for Pulp, Paper and Paperboard Mills 437–002–0313
Additional Oregon Rules for Sawmills 437–002–0314
Veneer and Plywood Machinery 437–002–0315
Shake and Shingle Machinery 437–002–0316
Oregon Rules for Telecommunications 437–002–0320
Adoption by Reference. 437–002–0340
Adoption by Reference 437–002–0342
Additional Oregon Definition 437–002–0345
Inland Emergency Aid 437–002–0355
Air Supply Systems (Compressed Gases and Air) 437–002–0360
Adoption by Reference 437–002–0363
Oregon Amendment 437–002–0364
Oregon Rules for MOCA (4,4’-Methylene Bis (2-chloroaniline)) 437–002–0368
Deterioration 437–002–0371
Scope and Application 437–002–0373
Oregon Rules for Thiram 437–002–0377
Additional Oregon Rules for Hazard Communication 437–002–0378
Oregon Rules for Pipe Labelling 437–002–0382
Oregon Rules for Air Contaminants 437–002–0390
Oregon Effective Dates 437–002–0391
Additional Oregon Rules for Carcinogens in Laboratories 437–002–1001
Asbestos Respiratory Protection Program 437–002–1017
Vinyl Chloride Respiratory Protection Program 437–002–1018
Inorganic Arsenic Respiratory Protection Program 437–002–1025
Lead Respiratory Protection Program 437–002–1027
Cadmium Respiratory Protection Program 437–002–1028
Benzene Respiratory Protection Program 437–002–1029
Coke Oven Emissions Respiratory Protection Program 437–002–1030
Additional Oregon Rules for Bloodborne Pathogens 437–002–1035
Oregon Rule for Sharps Injury Log 437–002–1043
Cotton Dust Respiratory Protection Program 437–002–1044
1,2-Dibromo-3-Chloropropane Respiratory Protection Program 437–002–1045
Acrylonitrile Respiratory Protection Program 437–002–1047
Ethylene Oxide Respiratory Protection Program 437–002–1048
Formaldehyde Respiratory Protection Program 437–002–1050
Methylenedianiline Respiratory Protection Program 437–002–1051
1,3-Butadiene Respiratory Protection Program 437–002–1052
Methylene Chloride Respiratory Protection Program 437–002–1053
Scope and Application 437–002–1054
Definitions 437–002–1055
Permissible Exposure Limit (PEL) 437–002–1056
Exposure Assessment 437–002–1057
Specified exposure control methods 437–002–1058
Regulated and Restricted Access Areas 437–002–1059
Methods of Compliance 437–002–1060
Respiratory Protection 437–002–1061
Housekeeping 437–002–1062
Medical Surveillance 437–002–1063
Communication of Respirable Crystalline Silica Hazards to Employees 437–002–1064
Recordkeeping 437–002–1065
Dates 437–002–1139
Working Over or In Water 437–002–2021
Additional Oregon Definitions 437–002–2022
Additional Oregon Rules for Powered Platforms 437–002–2024
Scope and Application 437–002–2025
Definitions 437–002–2026
Permissible Exposure Limit (PEL) 437–002–2027
Rope Descent & Rope Access Systems 437–002–2028
Regulated and Restricted Access Areas 437–002–2029
Methods of Compliance 437–002–2030
Respiratory Protection 437–002–2031
Delayed Effective Dates for Walking-Working Surfaces 437–002–2032
Hygiene Areas and Practices 437–002–2033
Housekeeping 437–002–2034
Medical Surveillance 437–002–2035
Medical Removal 437–002–2036
Communication of Beryllium Hazards to Employees 437–002–2037
Recordkeeping 437–002–2038
Dates 437–002–2040
Exposure Assessment 437–002–2045
Personal Protective Clothing and Equipment 437–002–2101
Compressed Gases (General Requirements) 437–002–2102
Acetylene 437–002–2224
Vehicle Drivers and Riders 437–002–2225
Vehicles for Highway and Road Operation Characteristics and Maintenance 437–002–2226
Vehicles for Use on Property Other Than Public Roads and Highways Operation, Characteristics and Maintenance 437–002–2253
Oxygen-fuel Gas Welding and Cutting 437–002–2300
General 437–002–2301
Medical Services and First Aid 437–002–2302
Job Briefing 437–002–2303
Hazardous Energy Control Procedures 437–002–2304
Enclosed Spaces 437–002–2305
Excavations 437–002–2306
Personal Protective Equipment 437–002–2307
Portable Ladders and Platforms 437–002–2308
Hand and Portable Power Equipment 437–002–2309
Live-line Tools 437–002–2310
Materials Handling and Storage 437–002–2311
Working On or Near Exposed Energized Parts 437–002–2312
Deenergizing Lines and Equipment for Employee Protection 437–002–2313
Grounding for the Protection of Employees 437–002–2314
Testing and Test Facilities 437–002–2315
Mechanical Equipment 437–002–2316
Overhead Lines 437–002–2317
Line-clearance Tree Trimming 437–002–2318
Communication Facilities 437–002–2319
Underground Electrical Installations 437–002–2320
Substations 437–002–2321
Power Generation Installations 437–002–2322
Special Conditions 437–002–2323
Helicopters 437–002–2324
Definitions
Last Updated

Jun. 8, 2021

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