Dangerous Parts of Machinery and Guarding - An Overview

Aim

To give an appreciation of the impact and requirements of the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations (PUWER) and appreciate their impact on the workplace and employees.

Objectives

By the end of the course delegates will:

• Be able to recognize the requirements imposed by PUWER and appreciate their impact
• Know the interrelationship between the PUWER Regs and the Health and Safety at Work etc Act 1974 and other relevant Regulations and advice available
• Be aware of the guarding and fencing requirements for basic types of machinery
• Know the requirements for Abrasive Wheels
• Have an understanding of Fencing and Interlocks
• Know the need for safe Maintenance systems - Isolation/making safe - Competent Person - Permit to Work systems and Authorized Persons and Training
• Inspection systems and keeping records
• Be able to appreciate the need for assessments, systems and record keeping.
• Appreciate the need to keep up to date with changing methods and standards
• Have a picture of how enforcing authorities expect the Regulations to be carried out

Course Duration

One day

Certification

A certificate of attendance will be issued to all delegates that complete the course.

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