User Manual
// Simpro MegaDumper®
Original Instructions // English // v86.0 // February 2022 // Page
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Crushing if the machine falls over
Operator
LO:
0.5
FE:
2.5 DPH:
1
NP:
1
Risk
Factor:
1.25
Low risk as MegaDumpers are very stable, and the bin
’
centre of gravity
w h h ch ’ f h h h c cl
Other
persons
LO:
0.5
FE:
2.5 DPH:
1
NP:
1
Risk
Factor:
1.25
As above.
Control
measures
Do not operate on soft ground, or ground with a slope of more than 1:12.
Never attempt to empty liquids from closed-top drums.
Comments
Electrocution or electric shock
Operator
LO:
1
FE:
4
DPH:
15
NP:
1
Risk
Factor:
60
Some risk is always present with mains leads.
Other
persons
LO:
1
FE:
4
DPH:
15
NP:
1
Risk
Factor:
60
As above.
Control
measures
Ensure a Residual Current Device (RCD) is fitted to all power sockets.
Check all leads frequently and repair or replace if damaged.
All leads should be tested and tagged by a registered electrician at regular
intervals.
Comments
Mains-powered MegaDumpers are earthed and comply with AS60204.1.
The charger on battery-powered MegaDumpers is double-insulated.
Contamination from tipping toxic powder and liquid
Operator
LO:
2
FE:
4
DPH:
1
NP:
1
Risk
Factor:
8
Great care should be taken when tipping powder or liquids. If the product
could cause any harm whatsoever to the operator or to any other person,
appropriate PPE must be worn. An operator screen may be fitted.
Other
persons
LO:
2
FE:
4
DPH:
1
NP:
1
Risk
Factor:
8
As above.
Control
measures
The operator must wear appropriate PPE, and ensure that all other persons
are well clear of the area.
Powder should only be tipped when there is no wind, and/or a wind shield
should be installed.
Comments
Substances of a toxicity that cannot be protected against with PPE should
not be emptied with a MegaDumper. Alternative methods should be used.
Damage to skin when used in extreme weather conditions
Operator
LO:
2
FE:
4
DPH:
1
NP:
1
Risk
Factor:
8
Operators must wear appropriate PPE when operating the MegaDumper in
extreme environmental conditions.
Other
persons
LO:
2
FE:
4
DPH:
1
NP:
1
Risk
Factor:
8
As above.
Control
measures
All personnel must wear appropriate PPE when working in extreme
environmental conditions.
Comments
