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Appendix D
Hazard analysis:
Below you will fi nd a list of dangers and risks that are linked to transporting or using the shred-
der. Take note of these dangers and avoid these risks by following the instructions contained in
this manual. Be aware that it is not just the user who runs a risk but also third parties can be
exposed to these risks. Make sure that bystanders are always kept at a safe distance.
• Injuries to hands and arms by reaching beyond the safety screen inside the feeding hopper.
• Injuries to hands and arms by reaching through the discharge opening into the
shredding chamber.
• Injuries caused by chippings fl ying out from the feed opening because the safety screen has
been lifted upwards.
• Injuries caused by chippings fl ying out from the discharge opening when the machine
is in operation.
• Strangulation or constriction by loose clothing getting caught in moving parts.
• Glancing wounds caused by exposed parts of the discharge belt conveyor.
• Jamming/pinching of the shielding panels swinging shut.
• Accidental head-bumping when carrying out maintenance on shielding panels
when hinged open.
• Burns following contact with a hot engine or hot exhaust.
• Fire hazard caused by chippings on the exhaust pipe or by faulty engine cleaning.
• Fire hazard due to spilling petrol.
• Intoxication by inhaling exhaust gases.
• Irritation of the airways or lung problems due to inhaling the dust produced.
• Jamming or constriction of limbs becoming entangled in the belt drive or chain drive
due to missing safety guards.
• Hearing disorder due to insuffi cient protection of the ears during the work.
• Bruising or injury when feeding materials, due to the power of the blades on the wood.
• Bruising or injury due to the kick-back of wood when being introduced in the feeding hopper.
• Mental disturbance or rheumatic disorder due to shredding for a long time at a time without
taking breaks.
• Injuries following contact with the blades for blockage clearance, maintenance or cleaning the machine.
• Back problems caused by lifting the machine in an irresponsible way.
• Injuries caused by the machine tipping due to unsafe transport.
• Injury due to a fall while driving on a soil that cannot support the weight of the machine.
• Knee or ankle sprain as the result of the lower limbs being caught under a wheel.
• Sprain caused by jumping off the machine on a sudden change in drive direction.
• Ankle sprain caused by the pedal kicking back when releasing the brake pedal.
• Jamming between the parking brake and the conveyor belt.
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This is not a comprehensive list and is provided for information purposes only to safeguard the
safety of the user.