342.62(1)With respect to a centrifuge, an employer shall ensure that
(a)
the centrifuge loads are balanced by sample distribution in accordance with manufacturer specifications,
(b)
the centrifuge is equipped with aerosol-proof safety heads or cups or other equally effective means to prevent employees from being exposed to biohazardous aerosols, carcinogens and radioactive samples, and
(c)
the rotors are stored in a manner which prevents them from being damaged.
342.62(2)On or after September 1, 2025, an employer shall ensure that
(a)
unless exempted by CSA Standard C22.2 No. 151-M1986 (R2009), “Laboratory Equipment” or a standard offering equivalent or better protection, the centrifuge door is interlocked to prevent employees from accessing spinning rotors, and
(b)
the interlock referred to in paragraph (a) prevents the centrifuge door from opening while the rotor is spinning or causes the rotor to brake if the door is opened, or another equally effective means is used to prevent employees from accessing the spinning rotor.