Conveyors have many moving parts and potential nip points, which can make them a dangerous item of equipment.
During the training of conveyor operators, each operator must understand the safe operation of the conveyor and all safety precautions, including: custom sprockets
During the training period, a conveyor operator must be supervised by a worker with a thorough knowledge of conveyors.
The following safe operating procedures apply to all conveyor installations:
Before you start a conveyor, check that:
The most important danger points on belt conveyors are the nip points marked with arrows.
AS/NZS 4024.3611:2015 : Safety of machinery - Conveyors - Belt conveyors for bulk materials handling - available from our Library
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