OPERATION
§ 29.171. All installations.
(a) Starting signal. When an engine is connected directly with the line shafting or remote machinery, notice shall be given by an effective alarm or signal before the engine is started.
(b) Engine. A safe method shall be provided for turning over the engine by hand.
(c) Valves. Fixed ladders or stairs shall be provided for access to such emergency throttle or stop valves that are not operated from the floor or other accessible places.
(d) Platforms. Platforms and walks on engines shall have railings and toeboards as specified in Chapter 47, Subchapter G (relating to railings, toeboards, open-sided floors, platforms and runways). This requirement applies also to the engine bed alongside the connecting rod or crosshead when it is used as a foot walk.
(e) Lubrication. The engine bearings, journals, eccentrics, crank pins and the like, shall be oiled from outside the guardrailing.
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