1.1 This standard revises requirements to minimize the risk of fire, electrical shock and injury to personsduring operation and maintenance of stationary compacting equipment for use with wastes and recyclablematerials by commercial businesses, apartment buildings, industrial plants, waste processing facilities, wastedisposal and transfer industries, and recycling facilities.1.2 The requirements of this standard apply to stationary compactors rated at 600 volts or less, foroutdoor or indoor use, and are employed in accordance with the manufacturer's installation, operation, andmaintenance instructions and procedures.1.3 This standard does not apply to compactors intended for use in private homes.1.4 This standard does not apply to mobile landfill compactors and compactor-type equipment that isoperational when mounted on trucks or other vehicles.