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of it is in motion, unless that part is properly
fenced.
(3) The exception allowed for altering the gearing or
arrangements of parts of the machine is also repealed.
Closed gear boxes and similar arrangements are now in
general use on machines, and gears etc. can be changed
without exposing them whilst in motion.
(4) The exception in the existing Act which is allowed
while the machinery is under examination in connexion
with repair is extended to any necessary examination of
There is really no distinction between
machinery.
the two.
The opening words of Regulation 7 seem to cover pulleys
and wheels by which motion or power is communicated, but these
have already been dealt with in Regulation 6. As regards
wheels directly connected with mechanical power, Regulation 7
follows paragraph (a) of Section 10(1) of the Act of 1901, but
this paragraph is modified in clause 13 of the Factories Bill, dealing with "prime movers" which are defined in clause 132.
The second part of Regulation 7 seems to go too far in that
it covers all set screws whether they are dangerous or not and
even if they are not on moving parts of the machinery. The
point is dealt with in clause 16(1)(a) of the Factories Bill.
Sir William Joynson-Hicks notes that only very simple
Regulations are at present intended, but Mr. Secretary Amery
may think it advisable to call the Governor's attention to
the above points so that he may consider whether it would be
desirable to adopt all or any of the modifications mentioned.
I am,
Sir,
Your obedient Servant,
LaBodges