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← 29 CFR 1910
29 CFR 1910.242

Hand and portable powered tools and equipment, general.

§ 1910.242 Hand and portable powered tools and equipment, general.
(a)

General requirements

Each employer shall be responsible for the safe condition of tools and equipment used by employees, including tools and equipment which may be furnished by employees.
(b)

Compressed air used for cleaning

Compressed air shall not be used for cleaning purposes except where reduced to less than 30 p.s.i. and then only with effective chip guarding and personal protective equipment.