Massachusetts § 119 - Hoods or hoppers and suction pipes for emery or buffing wheels or belts
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 119 — Hoods or hoppers and suction pipes for emery or buffing wheels or belts, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 119. Hoods or hoppers and suction pipes for emery or buffing wheels or belts
Section 119. Any person operating a factory or workshop where emery wheels or belts or buffing wheels or belts injurious to the health of employees are used shall provide such wheels and belts with a hood or hopper connected with suction pipes, and with fans or blowers, in accordance with the following section, which apparatus shall be so placed and operated as to protect any person using such wheel or belt from the particles or dust produced by its operation, and to convey the particles or dust either outside of the building or to some receptacle so placed as to receive and confine them.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 119
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 119 cover?
Section 119 ("Hoods or hoppers and suction pipes for emery or buffing wheels or belts") is part of the Massachusetts General Laws, the codified statutory law of Massachusetts. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Massachusetts § 119?
A common citation format is "Massachusetts General Laws § 119" (Massachusetts). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Massachusetts law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Massachusetts official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Massachusetts attorney.
How does Massachusetts § 119 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Massachusetts can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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