The purpose of this standard is to establish the rules and specifications for safety that apply in the design@ use@ and care of powerdriven brushing tools. It includes specifications for shanks@ adapters@ flanges@ collets@ chucks@ and safety guards and rules for the proper storage@ handling@ mounting@ and use of brushes. It embraces configurations of brushing tools whose functional performance is accomplished by power-driven operation. Covered are brushing tools whose brushing elements are made up of ferrous wire@ nonferrous wire@ plastic@ abrasive filaments@ vegetable fibers@ animal hair@ or other materials@ and brushes fabricated with any combination of such elements. Brushing tools whose primary function is vehicle or train washing@ carpet sweeping@ dental hygiene@ floor maintenance@ sewer cleaning@ street sweeping@ and brushing tools manufactured in accordance with other applicable American National Standards are not covered.