Compass UK & Ireland
Workplace Safety Management System
Safe System of Work
What are the hazards and how might they harm?
1. Make sure all operating and isolating switches are conveniently accessible.
2. Make sure that the potato peeling machine is fitted with all necessary guards and that they are in
good working order.
3. The potato peeling machine must be on a firm level surface where there is adequate workspace.
Due to vibration during use, it may be necessary for it to be secured to prevent it from moving to
the edge of the work surface and falling off.
4. Keep clothing and cloths away from moving machine parts so that they cannot become entangled
and drawn into the machine.
5. Never operate the water supply tap and the electrical control switches at the same time.
6. Hands must be dry when operating the electrical controls switches.
7. Take care when loading potatoes and other vegetables into the machine to avoid manual
handling injuries.
8. Clean up spillages as they occur and use wet floor warning signs when appropriate.
Use of potato peeling machines
(rumblers)
If you have any concerns, stop and speak with your line manager before proceeding.
What other precautions should be taken?
You must be trained
and 18 years of age or
older to dismantle and
clean a potato peeler
Crush injuries, bruises,
abrasions, cuts as a result
of entanglement
Electric shock or burns
from incorrect use or
damaged/faulty equipment
Clean up any
spillages immediately
Back and muscle strain
from manual handling
Slip injuries from spillages
Unit Managers – use page overleaf to list any hazards and control measures specific to your site which are not listed below
Safety Task Card
STCCS 14
WS.STC.CS.14.01
