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What is NYC BC § 3311.2.3?

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This section outlines the operational requirements for projectile tools, specifying that only authorized operators may use them and that they must not be left unattended when capable of discharging a projectile. The statute aims to ensure safety during the use of such tools. Applies to operators of projectile tools in construction and related activities.

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3311.2.3 Operation.

BC § 3311.2.3

The operation of projectile tools shall comply with the following: 1. A projectile tool shall be operated only by an authorized operator who shall be the owner, lessee, or other person having custody of the tool, or any other person whom he or she may authorize to operate it.

2.While a projectile tool is in the care and custody of an authorized operator, no other person shall handle or in any way utilize or modify it.

3.No authorized operator of a projectile tool shall leave it unattended while it is in a condition to discharge a projectile.

4.No person shall use a projectile tool for any purpose other than that for which it was manufactured.

5.No person shall point a projectile tool at another person or hold it at an angle that allows the projectile to fly free.

6.No person shall use a projectile tool in such a way as to endanger persons who may be in the vicinity.

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