There are not only OSHA rules, there are NFPA rules, CE, and ANZI standards for them. IF the machine came with interlocks, they must be functioning in accordance with the original manufacture. If someone should be injured while working on a machine that has interlocks disabled, the company and the INDIVIDUAL who disables them is open for lawsuit, or criminal charges, or both. This also applies to broken safety windows, or any other damaged or bypassed safety device. I would and never will disable someones interlocks. This years machines (2011) will be even more stringent on interlocks, so be prepared. The days of running your set up part with the door open will be over. |