Grinders
The checklist addresses questions about whether there are instructions and procedures for use, about the machine's design and protection, etc. for risk-free work.
Questions
Grinders
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| Description | The list is based on the following regulations |
The checklist addresses questions about whether there are instructions and procedures for use, about the machine's design and protection, etc. for risk-free work. |
Work equipment
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| 1. Are there written instructions (operating instructions) in Swedish for the use of the machine? |
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| 2. Does the operator have documented practical and theoretical knowledge of how to work safely with this machine? |
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| 3. Are those responsible for inspection, repair, modification, service, cleaning, and maintenance specifically appointed and do they have sufficient knowledge for the work? |
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| 4. Are all chemical risk sources listed and risk assessed? |
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| 5. Are safety data sheets available for chemicals? |
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| 6. Is the ventilation working satisfactorily in all spaces? |
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| 7. Is risky exposure eliminated or prevented in the event of a loss of ventilation? |
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| 8. Is there a cleaning routine for continuously removing shavings and rubbish in the workplace as well as a routine for cleaning and maintaining the machine? |
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| 9. Is the risk of tripping or slipping minimized? |
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| 10. Is there enough space for the operator at the jobsite? |
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| 11. Are all manual lifts lighter than 25 kg? |
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| 12. Is the work area free of annoying shadows and reflections? |
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| 13. Are the lighting fixtures glare-free? |
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| 14. Is the perceived illuminance sufficient? |
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Protection
| Question | Yes | No | N/A | Risk assessment: | Risk description | ||
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| 15. Is there a lockable control switch? |
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| 16. Is the machine equipped with undervoltage protection to prevent accidental starting? |
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| 17. Are buttons and controls clearly marked so that their function cannot be misunderstood? |
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| 18. Is the emergency stop device on the machine within easy reach of the operator's position? |
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| 19. Is there a properly adjusted guard on the machine? |
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| 20. Are there other uses of the machine that affect function and safety? |
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| 21. Is there dust collection on the machine? |
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| 22. Can the workpiece be securely attached? |
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| 23. Does wearing gloves minimize the risk of being dragged into rotating machine movement? |
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| 24. Is the risk of cutting yourself minimized? |
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| 25. Has the risk of retraction of clothes, hair, and jewellery been eliminated? |
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| 26. Has the risk of accidentally starting the machine with hands in the danger area been eliminated? |
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| 27. Is there protection for drive and protruding movable shafts etc? |
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| 28. Are there blast protection devices that prevent the grinding wheel from being engaged? |
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| 29. Is there adjustable protection at the upper front edge of the blast protection? |
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| 30. Does the belt sander have a protective cover that can catch a broken sanding belt? |
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| 31. Is the machine stably anchored to the floor workbench or provided with a stable larger base plate? |
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| 32. Are there mandatory signs for personal protective equipment posted by the machine? |
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| 33. Is hearing protection used if the noise level is perceived as high when using the machine? |
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| Other Here you can note risks that need to be addressed that are not included in the checklist |
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