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Operating Instructions DMMS_DIGISYS
9
Safety
2.4
Fundamental notes on safety
2.4.1.
General operational safety
Ensure that the operating instructions are on-hand in the switch cabinet, within which the evaluation and
transmission module is installed, at all times!
Observe and apply any supplements to the operating instructions, general valid, legal and other obligatory
regulations regarding accident-prevention (e.g. providing or wearing of personal protective equipment) and
environmental protection (e.g. handling of dangerous substances)!
Supplement the operating instructions with all necessary information including duty of supervision and re-
porting obligations for the observance of operational particulars (e.g. work organisation, working procedures,
hiring of personnel).
Refrain from all working procedures which appear dubious as regards safety!
Ensure that all personnel are aware of the location of the fire extinguishers and are familiar with their opera-
tion.
Follow the stipulated procedures for reporting and fighting fires.
Ensure safe and environmentally-friendly disposal of all fuels and lubricants, as well as replacement parts!
2.4.2.
Personnel and supervision
Personnel who are actively involved with the measuring system must have read the operating instructions
before beginning work, in particular the chapter concerning the notes on safety. Reading these notes "on the
job" will be too late. This applies in particular to personnel working opportunely on the sensor (e.g. when
carrying out maintenance).
Carry out regular checks as to whether the personnel are working conscientiously as regards safety, and are
observing the operating instructions!
Ensure that only contracted personnel are actively involved with the measuring system
Employ trained or instructed personnel only. Explain responsibilities regarding operation, maintenance and
repair clearly to all personnel! Ensure that the legally required minimum age is observed.
Before commencing work, inform all operating personnel of repair tasks which may be required! Nominate
supervisors! Only allow repair tasks to be carried out by specialist personnel.
Tasks to the electrical equipment of the measuring system may only be carried out by electrical specialists or
by trained personnel under the instruction and supervision of an electrical specialist in accordance with elec-
tro-technical regulations.
Always wear personal protective equipment when necessary or when otherwise required by the safety guide-
lines!
2.4.3.
Operation and maintenance
Maintain all intervals for repetitive checks / inspections which may be required or specified in the operating
instructions.
For all tasks which concern operation or adjustment of the measuring system, as well as the safety-relevant
devices, observe the activation and deactivation procedures, as well as control displays in accordance with
the operating instructions and notes for repair tasks!
All screw connections loosened for maintenance and repair tasks must be retightened!
Replacement parts must conform to the technical requirements laid down by the manufacturer. This can
always be guaranteed if original replacement parts are used.
2.4.4.
Assembly and repair
Before commencing work, inform all operating personnel of repair tasks which may be required! Nominate
supervisors! Only allow repair tasks to be carried out by specialist personnel.
If not expressly otherwise specified, only carry out tasks to the measuring system when the voltage supply
for the system has been disconnected. Always disengage the power supply prior to carrying out work on the
measuring system.
