H-001.
Machine risk analysis identifies hazards before market release, ensuring user safety and protecting the manufacturer from legal disputes, fines, or downtime due to regulatory non-compliance.
T-002.
Risk assessment should begin in the early stages of machine development, ideally during its design and construction. Early identification of possible risks allows for the implementation of safety measures directly into the design, thereby preventing later complications, modifications, and unexpected investments. A new risk assessment is also necessary if the machine undergoes significant modifications, reconstruction, or changes in its use.
Risk Assessment Phases
Risk Analysis – Mapping potential hazards associated with the operation of the machine, assessing the severity and likelihood of their occurrence.
Risk Mitigation Plan – Establishing preventive measures to eliminate or reduce risks.
Implementation of Measures – Introducing the proposed safety measures into the design and production of the machine.
Validation – Evaluating whether the measures effectively address identified risks and that the machine is safe to use.
