ABB SCK - Basic Safety Rules

56 System Manual SCK Gas Sampling System 42/23-81 EN Rev. 4
Basic safety rules
These rules are intended for all persons handling the gas sampling system.
The purpose of these rules is to ensure that all persons handling the gas sampling
system are thoroughly informed about risks and safety measures and that they
observe the safety instructions in the operating instructions and on the system.
Failing to observe these rules can lead to a risk of damage to property, injuries or
even death.
Observe the following rules:
 Completely read through the Safety section and the sections pertaining to your
work. You must have understood these sections.
 Always keep the operating instructions handy nearby the gas sampling system
for reference.
 Pass on the operating instructions if the gas sampling system is re-sold.
Observe the following rules:
 Only persons fulfilling the requirements specified in these operating instructions
may handle the gas sampling system.
 The gas sampling system may only be used for the intended purpose. Never
use the gas sampling system for any other purposes, even if they appear rea-
sonable.
 Take all safety measures specified in these operating instructions and on the
system. Specifically, use the prescribed personal safety equipment.
 Only work in the designated work areas.
 Do not make any modifications to the gas sampling system, e.g. by removing
parts or attaching non-approved parts. Specifically, do not change or disable any
protective installations.
 Use only original spare parts when replacing defective components.
 The gas sampling system may only be operated if maintenance work is per-
formed regularly and expertly.
The operator must ensure
 that personnel meets the requirements for their tasks.
 that personnel is provided with the personal safety equipment specified in these
operating instructions and, if necessary, additional safety equipment against
risks posed by the installation site, e.g. by noise.
 that personnel is provided with maintenance equipment in order to secure the
service switch, e.g. padlocks.
 that the system has protection against restarting the power supply in order to
ensure that the system is powered off when the main switch is switched off.
 to prevent unauthorized activation of the power supply.
 that personnel have read and understood these operating instructions before
they handle the gas sampling system.
 that personnel is regularly and recurrently instructed about the risks and safety
measures when handling the gas sampling system.
 that the work areas of the gas sampling system are adequately aired and illumi-
nated.
 that the safety regulations in force in your country are observed.
 that the safety regulations pertaining to setting up and operating electrical
equipment in force in your country are observed.
Target group for
these rules
Purpose of these
rules
Handling the
operating
instructions
Handling the gas
sampling system
Operator's
obligations towards
personnel