| Title |
Safety at granulators. |
| Free Download |
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| Author |
HSE |
| Series Code |
PPS |
| Series Number |
10 |
| Publisher |
HSE Books |
| Date of Publication |
1999 |
| Length |
4 pages |
| Stock Code |
PPS10 |
| Notes |
leaflet. plastics processing information sheet 10. (PPS10) (PPS 10) this sheet should be read in conjunction with PPS3 (PPS 3)NO HARD COPIES AVAILABLE. WEB VERSION ONLY. |
| Abstract |
This information sheet describes the causes of accidents at granulators and details safeguarding standards, checklists and safety precautions needed during feeding operations and when gaining access into the cutting chamber. Contents: Introduction; Accident history; Causes of accidents; Guarding standards for production; Safety checks; Operational checks; Maintenance checks; Safe systems of work during maintenance; Further reading; Further information. |
| Keywords |
Guidance; Plastics industry; Accident statistics; Blades; Feed materials; Feed rolls; Feed hopper; Screen plate cradle; In-running nips; Vee-belt |