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Safety Manuals - what to include??

Safety Manuals - what to include??

Safety Manuals - what to include??

(OP)
Hi all,

I'm a mechanical design engineer and I've finished a machine for moving toothbrushes from one conveyor to another. I need to write up a manual which needs to include the following:

1: Introduction    (how machine works)
2: Installation and Commissioning    
3: De-commissioning & Disposal Instructions & Preventative  Maintenance     
4: Electrical Installation
5: Important Safety Notes
6: Recommended Spares List
7: Technical Spec for Incorporated Equipment
8: EN1050 Checklist

Is there a format that I should be adhering to or is what I'm going to do ok? Would appreciate any tips.

God bless,

Phil.

RE: Safety Manuals - what to include??

Since you have referenced EN1050, is it safe to assume this is going to Europe?

(You've got to love a system that makes you buy the standards to find out if they are the standards you need.)

Don't forgot to include a section that defines any pictograms you use on the machine, such as safety signs. Some of the standard pictures aren't particularly obvious.

Also include a service section - how to perform any service that may be necessary, (particularly switch adjustments) and recommendede service intervals.

Operating Instructions?

Hope that helps.

RE: Safety Manuals - what to include??

(OP)
Have a manual for another machine for The States. t's a repeat job and one of the old engineers did it up so I just copied it (few minor changes only required).

Are there any documents in particular that are required for The States?

Also. can you clarify what you mean by including a section that defines pictograms. Do you mean if theres a sticker for a pinch point (picture sticker) that there needs to be an explanation for it to make sure the operators understand it?

And yes it's staying in Europe.

Thanks.

RE: Safety Manuals - what to include??

Sorry, I fell off the net for a while.

That is correct about the pictograms. It's easiest to use pictures instead of words to handle the lanquage issue between countries, but the operator has to know what the pictures mean.

Your existing manual will probably be a good guide. There are some FCC or EMC directive statements that may have to be in the manual (and on the machine), but you'll have to dig into the regulations to see what applies to you.

It's largely common sense. Put in anything you think will help the operator and keep him safe.

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