Matters needing attention in the operation of tube mill/slitting machine/cross-cutting machine.

1. Safe use

• Safe use must be an integral part of the risk assessment system.               

• All employees have to stop any tasks and operations.

• A safety improvement suggestion system must be established for employees.

2. Guardrails and signs

• Signs must be prevented at all access points in the facility.

• Permanently install guardrails and interlocks.

• Guardrails should be reviewed for damage and repair.

3. Isolation and Shutdown

• Quarantine documents must indicate the name of the person authorized to complete the quarantine, the type of quarantine, the location and any measures taken.

• The isolation lock must be equipped with only one key - no other duplicate keys and master keys may be provided.

• The isolation lock must be clearly marked with the name and contact information of the management personnel.

4. Duties and Responsibilities

• Management should define, enforce and review quarantine policies.

• Authorized supervisors should develop and verify specific procedures.

• Plant managers should ensure that safety policies and procedures are implemented.

5. Training and Qualifications

• Authorised supervisors must be trained and their qualifications verified.

• All training must be clear and all personnel must understand the consequences of non-compliance.

• Systematic and up-to-date training content should be provided to all personnel