Handwheels and Flywheels - Guarding of
Summarised, the Machinery Act 1950 stipulates that all transmission machinery and every dangerous part of any machine shall be securely fenced unless it is safe by position or construction. Where any wheel is directly connected to any prime mover or forms part of the transmission machinery it shall be securely fenced.
This booklet discusses guarding principles, with particular reference to handwheels and flywheels on printing machinery.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Operational Requirements
Conditions of Use
Handwheels - Specific Requirements
General Requirement - All Wheels
