The H&S profile in the company: the 10 most common functions
Today we want to talk to you about one of the most important parts regarding industrial safety, Occupational Risk Prevention. Law 54/2003 introduced several modifications in the regulatory framework for companies regarding the previous Law 31/1995 on Occupational Risk Prevention. Among these modifications, if we had to highlight one, it would be the […]
Industrial safety, are you aware of the current regulations?
Today we want to be very direct. If you hold a position that involves being the direct or indirect responsible for the safety of your plant (production manager, maintenance manager, or occupational health and safety manager), you must be aware of the current regulations regarding the safety of machinery and work equipment. Here we provide you with the Articles, Royal Decrees, and Regulations […]
BREAKING NEWS: changes to Directive 2006/42/EC
The European Commission is considering amending Directive 2006/42/CE. A few weeks ago they announced this possible change, which will remain in doubt for a few months yet. Directive 2006/42/CE of the European Parliament is the directive on the CE marking of machines. It sets out the technical requirements that machines and their components must meet in order to be CE marked. […]
Case study: suitability of machinery for Royal Decree 1215/97
Companies that work with machinery, whether manufacturers or not, are continuously exposed to risks and dangers that their workers assume. It is worth highlighting the importance of placing special emphasis on industrial safety, beyond the current regulations, focusing on the safety of the workers themselves who must work with these equipment. […]
Industrial safety in machinery, a fundamental pillar of the industrial sector
Industrial safety is one of the most important pillars of the industrial sector. Industrial safety has become one of the most critical aspects within the organizations of the sector. All companies must adhere to a set of regulations or requirements. In this way, a safe working environment is ensured and standards are established […]
The Manufacturing Sector registers the highest number of workplace accidents in 2020
Figures from the report of the General Sub-Directorate of Statistics and Sociolaboral Analysis indicate that the manufacturing sector has the highest number of work-related accidents when compared to other sections of the economic activity. The occupational risks we face every day in our industrial facilities are always a priority issue in […]
Which Directive applies to machinery?
There are a series of Directives that establish common legal requirements for each product or type of product within the European framework, leaving the choice of the form and means of doing so to the national authorities through Royal Decree. The Directives will be limited to the harmonization of the essential requirements of […]
Who is responsible for managing equipment under RD1215/97?
In this article we want to clarify who has the obligation or responsibility to regulate and make regulations regarding work machines or equipment. Adapting industrial machinery to RD 1215/97 Ensuring safety and health at work is a fundamental and mandatory aspect for any company. The responsible parties of a firm must ensure […]