Graphic industry - Prevent Checklists

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Description	The list is based on the following regulations
The checklist includes questions about, for example, the premises, machinery, and chemicals.	AFS 2023:3 2§13 AFS 2023:12 5§23 AFS 2023:1 §10 AFS 2023:11 2§12 AFS 2023:10 7§4

Premises

Question	Yes	No	N/A	Risk assessment:			Action	Responsible	Latest completion date	Control
				Low	Medium	High
1. Is the premises adapted to the business and the number of employees?
2. Are the machines arranged in a way that provides sufficient space for the staff to work on the machines and transport materials?
3. Is the order in the workplace satisfactory, i.e. no rubbish, stored materials, spills and the like on the floor?
4. Are the floors intact and made of a suitable material?
5. Are machines emitting air pollutants equipped with extractors?
6. Is the ventilation system regularly maintained by trained personnel and is this documented?
7. Is the noise so disturbing that the room needs noise reduction, for example, with absorbers in ceiling walls, screens, etc.? (Measurement of the noise level may be necessary.)
8. If there is a lot of noise (over 85 dB(A)), are hearing protectors used and is there an action plan to reduce the noise level? NB! Even at 75-80 dB(A), hearing protection may be required.
9. Are regular hearing checks carried out if the noise exposure is 85 dB(A) or more?
10. Is the general lighting sufficient in the premises and is it glare-proof?
11. Are the lighting fixtures cleaned and intact?
12. Most people feel that...
a) Is the temperature comfortable, i.e. not too cold in the winter or too hot in the summer?
b) Is the air quality good?
13. Are the premises free of annoying draughts from, for example, windows, doors, or ventilation?

Machines - protection, extraction, etc.

Question	Yes	No	N/A	Risk assessment:			Action	Responsible	Latest completion date	Control
				Low	Medium	High
1. Is the e-stop clearly marked and easily accessible in an emergency?
2. Are all machine guards in place and functioning?
3. Are all moving machine parts protected so that no one can come into contact with them?
4. Are printing presses that spread air pollutants equipped with extractors?
5. Is preventive maintenance of machinery carried out regularly, according to the manufacturer's instructions?
6. Are all employees aware of and compliant with the care and safety instructions for the machinery?
7. Are the compressors for the machines located in separate compressor rooms?

Material transport, means of transport, etc.

Question	Yes	No	N/A	Risk assessment:			Action	Responsible	Latest completion date	Control
				Low	Medium	High
1. Are the transport routes safe?
a) Is it easily accessible?
b) Without thresholds, steps, or inclined planes?
c) Do the doors have adjustable features?
2. Do forklift drivers have (bwe)?
a) Training and certification for operating a forklift?
b) Is the employer's permission required to operate a forklift?
3. Are the forklifts roadworthy and inspected?
4. When charging the battery
a) Is there a special parking area charging area with ventilation?
b) Is there a functioning eye wash?
c) Are eye protection and gloves available and used for all battery work?
d) Are there instructions for truck charging?

Ergonomics

Question	Yes	No	N/A	Risk assessment:			Action	Responsible	Latest completion date	Control
				Low	Medium	High
1. Are the workers knowledgeable about work techniques and aids to prevent the risk of musculoskeletal injuries?
2. Are there awkward working postures when cleaning machines and other machine work?
3. Are there easy-to-handle lifting aids for situations involving repeated lifting?
4. Is the working height suitable for loading and laying?
5. Is the working space around the machines large enough for, for example, lift tables and lifts to be placed close to the machines?

Chemicals - safety data sheets, storage, etc.

Question	Yes	No	N/A	Risk assessment:			Action	Responsible	Latest completion date	Control
				Low	Medium	High
1. Are safety data sheets available for all hazardous chemical products?
2. Is the handling of chemical products risk assessed?
3. Have the co-workers been informed about the risks at work and how to work safely?
4. Are there instructions for handling and safety regarding the handling of chemical products?
5. Is appropriate protective equipment being used?
6. Is there a preparedness for the need for first aid in connection with the handling of chemical products?
7. If paints etc. containing solvents have to be mixed manually, is it done in a well-ventilated area or with well-functioning ventilation?
8. If solvent-containing cleaning agents are used when cleaning rubber sheets, sheets, rollers, etc.
a) Is the cleaner free from the risk of exposure to high solvent levels and skin contact with cleaning agents?
b) Are cleaning agents used as harmlessly as possible (e.g. solvents with low vapour pressure and high boiling point, which means that they emit less air pollution)?
c) If the pressure rollers are detached, are they cleaned in another well-ventilated area?
d) Are personal protective equipment used, such as protective gloves, goggles, and respiratory protection?
9. Do you avoid using chemicals containing solvents, allergenic substances or other substances that are harmful to health as far as possible?
10. Are flammable chemicals stored in ventilated and fireproof areas?
11. Is waste stored in closed containers that are marked?
12. Are decontamination materials and waste bins in close proximity to the handling of paints, adhesives, solvents, and oil?

Work with uv-curing varnish, paint or glue in printing and finishing.

Question	Yes	No	N/A	Risk assessment:			Action	Responsible	Latest completion date	Control
				Low	Medium	High
1. If you work with varnish, paint or glue that is UV-curing or that contains acrylates, epoxy or isocyanates (allergenic chemical products, so-called thermosetting plastics)
a) Is everyone who works with allergenic chemical products (thermosetting plastics) trained as required (e.g. through occupational health care)?
b) Are medical checks carried out on those who work with allergenic chemical products (thermosetting plastics)?
c) Are there handling and safety instructions for working with allergenic chemical products (thermosetting plastics)?
2. Is the filling and emptying of varnish paint glue done automatically (skin contact with the thermosetting plastic is avoided)?
3. Are the UV lamps shielded so that no UV light is spread to the surroundings?
4. To reduce acrylate mist.
a) Is there an ink mist on the grilles of the printing works? (Risk of uncured paint spreading to the work environment.)
b) Is there effective extraction for paint and paint plants?
5. Are waste containers provided with a warning text, e.g. "hazardous waste. contains acrylates. allergy risk. prevent skin contact. Wear protective gloves"?

Prepress

Question	Yes	No	N/A	Risk assessment:			Action	Responsible	Latest completion date	Control
				Low	Medium	High
1. Can there be variation when using a computer mouse?
2. Is there support for the forearms or for the wrists, e.g. wrist rests or the like?
3. Can the table height be adjusted to allow for both sitting and standing work?
4. Is it easy to adjust the chair so that you sit comfortably?
5. Are co-workers aware of how to adjust computer desks and chairs?
6. Does the spot lighting suit the tasks?

Printing

Question	Yes	No	N/A	Risk assessment:			Action	Responsible	Latest completion date	Control
				Low	Medium	High
1. Can the entire paper pallet be driven directly into the press?
2. Is there aeration and smoothing in the press?
3. Are there enough good routines and aids for boxing a roll to a roll rack?
4. Are the trolleys equipped with large wheels and easy to steer?
5. If isopropanol is used in moisture, water (bwe)
a) Can you stop using the isopropanol (possible with water offset)?
b) Can the concentration be reduced (minimum 4–6%) so that the concentration in the air is also low?
c) If none of these measures work, is there site ventilation that effectively traps the vapors from the isopropanol?

Post-processing

Question	Yes	No	N/A	Risk assessment:			Action	Responsible	Latest completion date	Control
				Low	Medium	High
1. Can work rotation be introduced to reduce working hours at machines where there are very monotonous and one-sided work movements and working postures?
2. Do co-workers have the training to be able to work on multiple machines? NB! This makes it easier to rotate the work.

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