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Author:   John Ridley ,  Dick Pearce
Publisher:   Taylor & Francis Ltd
Imprint:   Butterworth-Heinemann Ltd
Edition:   2nd edition
Dimensions:   Width: 15.60cm , Height: 1.70cm , Length: 23.40cm
Weight:   0.710kg
ISBN:  

9780750667807

ISBN 10:   075066780
Pages:   294
Publication Date:   12 December 2005
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print  
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Table of Contents

Safeguarding philosophy and strategy: Safeguarding of work equipment; Factors affecting the selection and effectiveness of machine safeguards; Typical hazards of machinery; Risk assessment, risk reduction and selection of safeguards. Guarding techniques: Mechanical guarding; Interlocking safeguards; Ergonomic aspects of machinery safeguarding. Safeguarding systems: Mechanical safety arrangements; Electrical safety circuits; Hydraulic safety circuits; Pneumatic safety circuits. Other safety related arrangements: Safety in the use of lifting equipment; Safety with pressure systems; Safe working with equipment; Plant layout and the working environment. Appendices: Published standards; Glossary of terms; Abbreviations; Smooth shaft pick-up; Pipeline colour codes; Permit-to-work; Protection of enclosures; Index.

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Reviews of the previous edition: The text is very readable and well supported with examples, diagrams, photographs and illustrations. Overall the book provides an excellent overview of machinery safety. It is well written and will be of particular help to designers and engineers tasked with developing solutions to the sometimes conflicting demands of operators, employers and enforcement bodies. The authors clearly have extensive knowledge and practical experience in relation to the safety of machinery. - HEALTH AND SAFETY AT WORK, October 2003 Clearly written and well illustrated, the book is aimed at engineers, designers and safety officers, and would also be usful to students taking courses in health and safety. - SAFETY MANAGEMENT, February 2004

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John Ridley, Dick Pearce

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