Safety information
Instruction manual Folding system
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2.3
Operator responsibilities
2.3.1 Safety regulations
The operator is required:
- to operate the Folding system properly, according to this
manual, to prevent injuries and property damage to the Folding
system. Do not operate the Folding system based on
conjecture. The operator has to provide the Instruction manual.
Always refer to the Instruction manual if there is any doubt
when performing a procedure.
- to comply with all laws and regulations in their most current
version regarding safe operation when setting up the Folding
system.
- to provide lighting that complies with current laws.
- to provide a proper power connection (section 6.2).
- the stability (bearing load) of the floor at the installation site and
along the transport routes under his responsibility has to be
checked.
2.4
Instruction and training
Instruct your staff carefully. Inform your staff about laws and accident
prevention regulations, and on the content of the Instruction manual.
Make sure your staff understand and follow this information.
Check staff on a regular basis to ensure they are aware of safety and
the hazards associated in their work.
- Set a fixed program for providing employee training. Legal
ordinances require training at least once per year, twice per
year if you employ minors. Training should also be a part of
initial orientation before starting work (e.g., for new hires,
transfers, etc.).
- After vacation and other work breaks, instruction and training
can ensure a safe resumption of activities.
- Document the content of training.
- Have participants confirm that they understand the training
content.
- Keep these documents.
Section 2.4.1, "Sample form" contains an example of training subjects
and a form for confirming instruction.
