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// CODE SNIPPET

1926.305 Jacks-Lever and Ratchet, Screw, and Hydraulic

OSHA 1926 Construction > I Tools - Hand and Power > 1926.305 Jacks-Lever and Ratchet, Screw, and Hydraulic
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1926.305(a) General Requirements

1926.305(a)(1)

The manufacturer's rated capacity shall be legibly marked on all jacks and shall not be exceeded.

1926.305(a)(2)

All jacks shall have a positive stop to prevent overtravel.

1926.305(b) [Reserved]

1926.305(c) Blocking

When it is necessary to provide a firm foundation, the base of the jack shall be blocked or cribbed. Where there is a possibility of slippage of the metal cap of the jack, a wood block shall be placed between the cap and the load.

1926.305(d)

1926.305(d)(1) Operation and Maintenance

1926.305(d)(1)(i)

After the load has been raised, it shall be cribbed, blocked, or otherwise secured at once.

1926.305(d)(1)(iii)

All jacks shall be properly lubricated at regular intervals.

1926.305(d)(1)(iv)

Each jack shall be thoroughly inspected at times which depend upon the service conditions. Inspections shall be not less frequent than the following:

1926.305(d)(1)(iv)(a)

For constant or intermittent use at one locality, once every 6 months,

1926.305(d)(1)(iv)(b)

For jacks sent out of shop for special work, when sent out and when returned,

1926.305(d)(1)(iv)(c)

For a jack subjected to abnormal load or shock, immediately before and immediately thereafter.

1926.305(d)(1)(v)

Repair or replacement parts shall be examined for possible defects.

1926.305(d)(1)(vi)

Jacks which are out of order shall be tagged accordingly, and shall not be used until repairs are made.

[44 FR 8577, Feb. 9, 1979; 44 FR 20940, Apr. 6, 1979; 55 FR 42328, Oct. 18, 1990; 58 FR 35176, June 30, 1993]

1926.305(d)(1)(ii)

Hydraulic jacks exposed to freezing temperatures shall be supplied with an adequate antifreeze liquid.

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