N.Y. Comp. Codes R. & Regs. Tit. 12 §§ 23-1.28

Current through Register Vol. 46, No. 45, November 2, 2024

Section 23-1.28 - Hand-propelled vehicles

(a) Maintenance. Hand-propelled vehicles shall be maintained in good repair. Hand-propelled vehicles having damaged handles or any loose parts shall not be used.

(b) Wheels and handles. Wheels of hand-propelled vehicles shall be maintained free-running and well secured to the frames of the vehicles. Buggy handles shall not extend beyond the wheels on either side.

(c) Buggy counterbalance. Loose weights shall not be hung on buggy handles as counter-balances. When counter balance weights are used, they shall be fastened securely to the buggy handles.

(d) Curbing. Curbing at least six inches in height shall be provided along edges over which material or debris is dumped from a hand-propelled vehicle to a lower level.

(e) Storage. When not in use, hand-propelled vehicles shall be stored in locations away from passageways and work areas.

N.Y. Comp. Codes R. & Regs. Tit. 12 §§ 23-1.28