2 Safety
Maschinenfabrik Reinhausen GmbH 2020
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5993419/02 EN
VACUTAP
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VMS
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Operator
The operator uses and operates the product in line with this technical file.
The operating company provides the operator with instruction and training
on the specific tasks and the associated potential dangers arising from im-
proper handling.
Technical Service
We strongly recommend having maintenance, repairs and retrofitting carried
out by our Technical Service department. This ensures that all work is per-
formed correctly. If maintenance is not carried out by our Technical Service
department, please ensure that the personnel who carry out the mainte-
nance are trained and authorized by Maschinenfabrik Reinhausen GmbH to
carry out the work.
Authorized personnel
Authorized personnel are trained by Maschinenfabrik Reinhausen GmbH to
carry out special maintenance.
2.5 Personal protective equipment
Personal protective equipment must be worn during work to minimize risks to
health.
▪ Always wear the personal protective equipment required for the job at
hand.
▪ Never wear damaged personal protective equipment.
▪ Observe information about personal protective equipment provided in the
work area.
Protective clothing
Close-fitting work clothing with a low tearing strength,
with tight sleeves and with no protruding parts. It mainly
serves to protect the wearer against being caught by
moving machine parts.
Safety shoes
To protect against falling heavy objects and slipping on
slippery surfaces.
Safety glasses
To protect the eyes from flying parts and splashing liq-
uids.
Visor
To protect the face from flying parts and splashing liq-
uids or other dangerous substances.
Hard hat
To protect against falling and flying parts and materials.
Hearing protection
To protect against hearing damage.
Protective gloves
To protect against mechanical, thermal, and electrical
hazards.
Table 3: Personal protective equipment
