Stepping into Management Knowledge

Equipment Safety

4.36

ASK QUESTION TO GROUP: What are the hazards to using the mixer? CONFIRM CORRECT ANSWER:  Getting hands Caught in the machine  Getting Hair tangled  Electrical Hazards  Traps when trying to scrape mixture when the machine is running ASK QUESTION TO GROUP: Give me some examples of situations where electricity can pose a danger? CONFIRM CORRECT ANSWER:  .Using plugs with wet hands  Electrocution

ENSURING SAFE USE OF THE MIXER

 Always make sure the fixed guard is in place before turning on the equipment.  Never put your hands or utensils into the mixer when it is running to scrape mixture it can get tangled in the spindle and injury is likely.  Always have long hair tied back to prevent entanglement  Never use the machine with loose clothing.  Always test the emergency cut off before using the machine by closing the guard, starting the machine and pressing ‘STOP’ button  Check that the guard cut off is working by starting the machine and then lifting the guard.  Lower the guard and start the machine, unplug from mains and plug back in. The machine should NOT re-start automatically  If there is a found defect in any of above checks then the machine should not be used until a contractor has inspected it and deemed it safe.  Our Company will ensure that all portable electrical equipment is formally tested by a qualified electrician on a regular basis.  We all have a responsibility to make sure that the equipment looks safe before you use it and not to use if it looks damaged.  Check that the outer covering of the cable is not cut or shows signs of burning  Check the plug to ensure it is not damaged or that the coloured internal wires are showing where the plug meets the lead.  Check that nobody has taped a joint in the cable  Check the electric socket for damage before you plug it in. It should not be cracked or wobble about in the wall.  Remember report any defects to your manager. ENSURING ELECTRICAL SAFETY

Conclude the training exercise by allowing the trainees to practice cleaning and re- assembling the mixer

Manager to record the training

Safety Assurance March 2016

Equipment Safety 4.36