GENERAL SAFETY RULES
1 Follow Relevant Instructions
a Before attempting to install, commission or operate equipment, all relevant
suppliers/manufacturers instructions and local regulations should be
understood and implemented.
b It is irresponsible and dangerous to misuse equipment or ignore instructions,
regulations or warnings.
c Do not exceed specified maximum operating conditions (eg. temperature,
pressure, speed etc.)
2 Installation
a Use lifting tackle where possible to install heavy equipment. Where manual
lifting is necessary beware of strained backs and crushed toes. Get help from
an assistant if necessary. Wear safety shoes where appropriate.
b Extreme care should be exercised to avoid damage to the equipment during
handling and unpacking. When using slings to lift equipment, ensure that the
slings are attached to structural framework and do not foul adjacent pipework,
glassware etc. When using fork lift trucks, position the forks beneath structural
framework ensuring that the forks do not foul adjacent pipework, glassware
etc. Damage may go unseen during commissioning creating a potential hazard
to subsequent operators.
c Where special foundations are required follow the instructions provided and
do not improvise. Locate heavy equipment at low level.
d Equipment involving inflammable or corrosive liquids should be sited in a
containment area or bund with a capacity 50% greater than the maximum
equipment contents.
e Ensure that all services are compatible with the equipment and that
independent isolators are always provided and labelled. Use reliable
connections in all instances, do not improvise.
f Ensure that all equipment is reliably earthed and connected to an electrical
supply at the correct voltage. The electrical supply must incorporate a
Residual Current Device (RCD) (alternatively called an Earth Leakage Circuit
Breaker - ELCB) to protect the operator from severe electric shock in the
event of misuse or accident.
g Potential hazards should always be the first consideration when deciding on a
suitable location for equipment. Leave sufficient space between equipment
and between walls and equipment.
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