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Machine Guarding Assessment for the United Kingdom

Machine Guarding Assessment Template for England and Wales

A comprehensive assessment template designed for evaluating machine guarding systems and safety measures in accordance with English and Welsh legislation, particularly the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER) and the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974. The template facilitates systematic evaluation of machinery hazards, existing safety measures, and compliance requirements, providing a structured approach to identifying and addressing safety risks in industrial settings.

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What is a Machine Guarding Assessment?

The Machine Guarding Assessment Template is a critical tool for ensuring workplace safety and regulatory compliance in England and Wales. It is designed to help organizations evaluate their machinery safety measures against requirements set forth in PUWER, HSWA, and related legislation. The template should be used whenever new machinery is installed, existing guards are modified, or during regular safety audits. It includes comprehensive sections for hazard identification, risk assessment, compliance verification, and corrective action planning, enabling organizations to maintain robust machine safety standards and protect workers from mechanical hazards.

What sections should be included in a Machine Guarding Assessment?

1. Assessment Information: Basic details including date, assessor, machine identification, location

2. Machine Specifications: Technical details, manufacturer information, serial numbers, year of manufacture

3. Hazard Identification: Systematic review of mechanical, electrical, and operational hazards

4. Current Guards Assessment: Evaluation of existing guarding measures against regulatory requirements

5. Risk Assessment Matrix: Systematic evaluation of risks and their severity

6. Compliance Checklist: Detailed checklist against PUWER and relevant standards

7. Recommendations: Required actions to achieve compliance

What sections are optional to include in a Machine Guarding Assessment?

1. Operator Interview Results: Feedback from machine operators, used when human factors assessment is required

2. Maintenance Requirements: Specific maintenance procedures, included for complex machinery

3. Training Requirements: Specific training needs, included when specialized operation is required

What schedules should be included in a Machine Guarding Assessment?

1. Photographic Evidence: Photos of current guarding and identified hazards

2. Technical Drawings: Machine schematics and guard specifications

3. Manufacturer's Documentation: Original safety documentation and specifications

4. Previous Assessment History: Records of previous assessments and actions taken

Authors

Alex Denne

Head of Growth (Open Source Law) @ Ƶ | 3 x UCL-Certified in Contract Law & Drafting | 4+ Years Managing 1M+ Legal Documents | Serial Founder & Legal AI Author

Jurisdiction

England and Wales

Publisher

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Sector

Sales

Cost

Free to use
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Industries

Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 (HSWA): Primary legislation establishing general duties for employers to ensure workplace safety, including Section 2 obligations for employee safety and Section 3 obligations for non-employee safety

Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER): Specific regulations covering work equipment safety, with Regulation 11 addressing dangerous parts of machinery and requirements for inspection and maintenance

Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008: Implementation of EU Machinery Directive, covering essential health and safety requirements and UKCA marking requirements (formerly CE marking)

Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999: Regulations covering risk assessment requirements, safety management systems, and training requirements

Personal Protective Equipment at Work Regulations 1992: Regulations governing the use and provision of personal protective equipment in the workplace

Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations 1992: Regulations covering general workplace safety and welfare requirements

Safety Representatives and Safety Committees Regulations 1977: Regulations governing the appointment and rights of safety representatives and the establishment of safety committees

BS EN ISO 12100:2010: Standard covering general safety principles for machinery design and risk assessment

BS EN ISO 14120:2015: Standard specifying general requirements for the design, construction, and selection of guards for machinery

BS EN 953: Standard covering safety requirements for fixed and movable guards on machinery

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