Chapter 5 – Adult Custody and Security Operations

52040.4.3 Power Tools Grinders

• Electrical, pneumatic and bench grinders shall have locking devices installed covering the grinding wheel as well as the switch or control, so that they cannot be operated except under direct supervision of staff. Grinders shall be locked when not in use. The work supervisor may request their supervisor, captain or higher authority to designate other power equipment to operate as stated.

• Other Power Tools

  • Other power tools may be used without direct supervision. Examples are:

    • Barber equipment.

    • Drills, electric 1/4 ” and 3/8″.

    • Router.

    • Vibrator sander.

    • Belt sander.

    • Skill-saw (wood cutting blade only).

    • Roto-hammer, with fastener attachment for red-head anchor.

    • Electric power snake (plumbing).

    • Airless paint sprayer.

    • Pipe cutters, 2 1/2″ max.