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DANGER (Gas, dust, fumes, smoke)
Before any work on the
equipment, authorisation
must be obtained.
Gases may form within the
pumping station and
compliance with specific
rules for installation in an
explosive environment is
imperative.
Welding, cutting by means of a blowtorch,
or grinding present real risks of fire and/or
explosion.
For these operations, carefully remove in-
flammable dust or materials present in the
work area and the surrounding space. Be
careful to ensure sufficient ventilation (risk
of explosion).
SAFETY
Safety instructions
The rules set out below must be scrupu-
lously adhered to in order to reduce accident
risks during servicing, installation and main-
tenance.
- Ensure that electrical equipment is discon
nected from the power supply and cannot
be reconnected inadvertently.
- Never work alone. During any work on the
interior of the pumping station, beware of
harmful gases and make systematic use
of a safety harness and rope as well as
breathing apparatus. Do not under-esti
mate the risks of drowning!
- Compy with local regulations for working
in confined spaces.
- Monitor the absence of toxic gases within
the work area.
- Do not under-estimate health risks.
Meticulously ensure that equipment is
clean.
- Beware of electrocution risks.
- Ensure that lifting equipment is in perfect
condition.
- Install appropriate barriers around the
work area, for example a security rail.
- Ensure that there is a safe exit route in
case of emergency.
- Wear a safety helmet, goggles and shoes.
- All persons working within sewage
facilities must be vaccinated against any
diseases which may develop there.
- A First Aid kit must be permanently
available near the facility.
- Comply with local safety instructions.
- Systematically re-close and lock the cover
before leaving the pumping station.
