Section 45.1. Definitions

The following words and terms, when used in this chapter, have the following meanings, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise:

Guard strip—A rigid bar, fastened to the frame of the machine at the feed point, which will allow the entrance of stock but which will not permit fingers to be drawn into the machine.

Point of operation—The point at which cutting, shaping or forming of the stock is accomplished and such shall include other points which may offer a hazard to the operator in inserting or manipulating the stock in the operation of the machine.

Push block—A short block of hardwood with both a handle similar to that of a hand plane and a shoulder at the rear end. This block is used for pushing short stock over revolving cutters.

Push stick—A narrow strip of wood, with a notch cut into one end, which is used to push short pieces of lumber through saws.