Hidrostal A2Q - Safety Requirements; Introduction; Responsibility of the operating company

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2 Safety requirements
2.1 Introduction
This section provides an overview of all key safety aspects for optimum
safety of personnel, as well as safe and highly reliable operation.
Non-compliance with the operating instructions as well as the safety
information and warnings listed in this manual can result in considerable
risks.
These operating instructions can only include the risks that have been
identified on the basis of a risk assessment. Risks that occur due to working
conditions, the location of the machine and the interfaces with external
components must be determined and the safety instructions amended
accordingly.
2.2 Responsibility of the operating
company
Definition of terms The term “operating company” as used in these instructions refers to the
company or its management that procures the machine (purchase, lease,
rent, etc.) and assigns personnel with the task of handling the machine
(transportation, installation, operation, maintenance, etc.).
Fundamentals Since the machine is intended for use in a commercial environment, the
operating company is strictly subject to the statutory requirements governing
safety at the workplace. In addition to the safety warnings in these operating
instructions, the safety, accident prevention and environmental protection
regulations governing the location where the machine is to be used are also
applicable.
Risk assessment The operating company must inform themselves about the applicable
occupational safety regulations. A risk assessment must also be carried out
to identify additional risks resulting from the specific working conditions at
the location of operation.
Operating Instructions According to the results of the risk assessment of the workplace, the
operating company must initiate, implement and document the operating
instructions. The operating company is responsible for ensuring that these
operating instructions are kept up to date with the current legal requirements
for the entire service life of the machine.
Responsibilities The operating company must manage the responsibilities for work on or with
the machine, including naming a party to be responsible for the safe
operation of the machine and coordinating all tasks.
Information flow The operating company must ensure that all personnel who carry out work
on or with the machine have read and understood these and other
supplementary operating instructions.
Personal protective
equipment
The operating company must provide operating personnel with the
necessary personal protective equipment.