N.Y. Labor Law § 310: Foundries

§ 310. Foundries. Foundries shall conform to the provisions of this

chapter relating to factories and also to the following requirements:

1. Entrances and windows shall be constructed and maintained so as to

minimize drafts.

2. Gangways shall be constructed and maintained of sufficient width to

make the use thereof by employees reasonably safe and shall not be

obstructed during the progress of casting.

3. Smoke, steam or gases generated in foundries shall be effectively

removed therefrom in accordance with rules adopted by the board. The

milling and cleaning of castings and the milling of cupola cinders shall

be done under such conditions to be prescribed by the rules of the board

as will adequately protect the employees from dust. The use of heaters

discharging smoke or gas into the work rooms is prohibited except that

open fires may be used under conditions prescribed by the board in its

rules. Suitable provision shall be made for drying the working clothes

of employees.

4. All apparatus, tools, implements and equipment shall be kept in

proper condition and repair.

5. A first aid kit shall be provided for the use of employees in case

of burns or accidents.

6. Where ten or more persons are employed (a) there shall be provided

suitable and convenient wash rooms adequately equipped with hot and cold

water. Such wash rooms shall be kept clean and properly heated. (b)

Lockers shall be provided for the employees' clothing. (c) If outside

watercloset or privy accommodations are permitted by rules of the board,

they shall be properly heated and the passageway leading from the

foundry thereto shall be so constructed and protected that employees

using the passageway shall not be exposed to the outdoor atmosphere.