Verification of the safety distance for the positioning of a protective device
Leave nothing to chance and verify that you have the correct safety distance between your protective device and entry to the hazardous zone of a machine in respect of approach speeds of parts of the human body pursuant to STN EN ISO 13855 to provide a safe workplace for your employees.
What types of protective devices are there?
The types of protective devices include light curtains (AOPD), laser sensors (AOPDDR), pressure-sensitive mats, two-hand control devices, protective covers with blocking mechanisms, and others.
When is it necessary to check the safety distance for the positioning of a protective device?
- Before machinery is put into service, meaning before its first use in the workplace
- When a machine is moved, after installation in its new location
- Whenever exceptional circumstances occur that could jeopardise the safe operation of the equipment such as a modification, fault, accident, exposure to natural phenomena or a long period of non-use
- After conversion of machinery
- At regular intervals specified in the technical requirements of the manufacturer or employer
- When putting into operation equipment that has previously been operated in another EU country or outside the EU (when equipment is imported from abroad)
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Verification of the safety distance for the positioning of a protective device