2.5.4
Fire safety
WARNING
FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD
Ignition sources, such as smoking, open flames, welding work, and sparks, together
with combustible materials, such as fuel, can cause fire and, if not avoided, could lead
to death or severe injury.
Ignition sources are prohibited in the vicinity of the machine.
During maintenance, follow appropriate fire prevention and protection measures,
including but not limited to trained personnel, proper fire extinguishing equipment and
agents. Before starting any maintenance or repairs that require ignition sources, such
as welding or flame cutting, carry out a proper risk assessment to control the risk.
• Smoking and open fire are prohibited in the vicinity of the product.
• Access to all fire-fighting equipment must be granted at all times, especially during
maintenance and repair works.
• All fire-fighting equipment must be inspected and serviced regularly, according to local
regulations.
• Damaged fire-fighting equipment and used fire extinguishers must be replaced immediately.
• Know the various types of fires and the appropriate fire-fighting methods. Various fires must
not be extinguished with water. In most cases special extinguishing agents, dry powders or
deoxygenating agents are required.
• All personnel must be trained regularly in fire-fighting methods, in cooperation with local
authorities and rescue organizations. If there is a fire, the fire alarm must be activated and all
available personnel must help with fire-fighting according to the predetermined fire plan of the
workplace.
2.6
Emissions
2.6.1
Noise
WARNING
NOISE HAZARD
Continuous exposure to noise above 80 dB(A) could cause hearing impairment.
Wear approved hearing protectors.
Sound pressure levels
Hoists generate some audible noise during operation. The total sound pressure level that is
experienced in the operating area is a combination of the individual noise sources around the
operator. The main sources of noise from the hoist arise from its components, vibrating
structures and reflective surfaces.
Hoist components which generate noise:
• Hoisting machinery
• Trolley, bridge, or other moving structures associated with the hoist.
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