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5. HEALTH & SAFETY
5.1
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE
General
This equipment/machinery is designed and constructed for industrial use only for the suppression of
dust and similar in controlled environments with limited access, for example fenced
construction/demolition sites.
It should only be used by persons trained and competent in its operation in accordance with the
instructions within this manual, and should only be maintained / repaired by persons trained and
competent to do so, following the isolation and making safe of the equipment as detailed within this
manual.
The machine must not be misused in any way, nor any hazardous areas accessed, for example
inside the oscillating mechanism during operation.
The machine should only be used in a safe location away from other persons not involved in the
demolition activity and a safe working area should be established with other persons kept away.
The machine should not be left unattended where there is the possibility of access or operation by
unauthorised persons.
Safety in Operation
•
This equipment/machinery is designed and constructed for industrial use only for the
suppression of dust and similar in controlled environments with limited access, for example
fenced construction/demolition sites.
•
It should only be used by persons trained and competent in its operation in accordance with
the instructions within this manual, and should only be maintained / repaired by persons
trained and competent to do so, following the isolation and making safe of the equipment as
detailed within this manual.
•
The machine must not be misused in any way, nor any hazardous areas accessed, for
example inside the oscillating mechanism during operation.
•
The spray head must never be directed at any person or animal.
•
The machine should only be used in a safe location away from other persons not involved in
the demolition activity and a safe working area should be established with other persons kept
away, and monitored on a continuous basis.
•
The machine should not be left unattended where there is the possibility of access or
operation by unauthorised persons. No guards or other safety features may be disabled or
bypassed, nor may they be removed unless for authorised maintenance or repair, again
following the correct isolation procedures.
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The operator must not access, or allow access by others to any hazard area during operation,
and all other persons must be kept away from these areas, notably:
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From around the machine
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From the area in which the spray is directed
Safety features and regular checking
Safety features are provided for the protection of all and their effectiveness must be verified and
recorded on a daily basis as follows:
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Oscillating mechanism enclosure/guard be in place, undamaged and effective.
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Correct operation of oscillation Off/On selector and HP water isolation valve.
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Safety signage in place and legible.
Isolation for intervention, maintenance and repair
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Before accessing any parts of the machine/equipment for purposes of maintenance or repair,
make safe and isolate energy sources as follows (and in accordance with the user’s
procedures):
o
Ensure the Commando unit is stopped and take precautions to prevent it from being
started.
o
Ensure that the HP water is depressurised.
