ROPA KS 475, Translation Of The Original Operating Manual

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Safety
Handling and process materials
2.8 Requirements for operating and maintenance personnel
The independent operation and maintenance of the machine is restricted exclusively
to persons who are of age and:
must have a required and valid driver's license (when driving on public roads), are
physically and mentally suitable,
are not under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medicine which may impair the
reactions of the machine operator in any manner,
have been instructed about operation and maintenance of the machine and have
proven their ability to the entrepreneur,
have been instructed by the entrepreneur about their specific obligation for safe dri-
ving of the machine,
are familiar with the vicinity and it may be expected that they will reliably discharge
the tasks assigned to them,
are specifically authorised by the entrepreneur.
The operating personnel must thoroughly read and understand the operating instruc-
tions of the machine.
All maintenance work which is not specifically the responsibility of the operator may
only be carried out by instructed or trained maintenance personnel. Some activities
may only be performed by people expressly authorised by ROPA for these activities.
In case of doubt, ask the manufacturer whether you may perform a specific activity
yourself without any hazard.
ADVICE
Forms for instruction on safety given for operating and maintenance personnel are
included in this operating manual. When needed, please copy these forms before
completing them.
2.9 In the event of accidents
In the event of accidents involving personal injury, the machine must be shut down
immediately. To the extent required, immediately necessary first aid measures must
be initiated, medical assistance called in and the next accessible supervisor should be
informed.
2.10 Handling and process materials
When handling process materials the appropriate protective clothing must always
be worn to prevent or reduce skin contact with these materials.
Defective, dismantled parts shall be sorted according to material type and routed to
the proper recycling channel.
Residues of oil, grease, solvents or cleaning agents must be reliably and environ-
mentally compatible collected in suitable and prescribed containers and stored
before being disposed of in an environmentally compatible manner in accordance
with the local regulations.
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