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1.10
Safety during maintenance
Report and
Inform operating staff in good time of any repair and maintenance work.
document
Report all safety-relevant changes or performance details of the circular metal saw. Document
any changes
all changes, have the operating manual changed accordingly and train the machine operators.
1.10.1
Disconnecting the circular metal saw and making it safe
Unplug the circular metal saw from the mains before beginning any maintenance or repair work.
Place a warning sign on the machine.
1.10.2
Using lifting equipment
WARNING!
Use of unstable lifting equipment and load-suspension devices that break under load can
cause very serious injuries or even death.
Check that the lifting and load suspension gear
•
is of sufficient load capacity,
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in perfect condition.
Observe the preventing of accidents issued by your association for the prevention of
occupational accidents and safety in the workplace or other inspection authorities.
Hold the loads properly.
Never walk under suspended loads!
1.10.3
Mechanical maintenance work
Remove all protection and safety devices before beginning maintenance work and re-install
them once the work has been completed. They include:
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covers,
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safety indications and warning signs,
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earth (ground) connection.
If you remove protection or safety devices, refit them immediately after completing the work.
Check that they are working properly!
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