BS EN ISO 12499:2008

BS EN ISO 12499:2008 Industrial fans. Mechanical safety of fans. Guarding

BS EN ISO 12499 specifies requirements for the mechanical guarding of industrial fans. The circumstances under which safety measures shall be taken are described and information on how hazards can be reduced or eliminated is given, along with guidance on safety practices and information for use.

Contents of BS EN ISO 12499:

• Contents Page
• Scope
• Normative references
• Definitions
• Hazards from fans
• Risk assessment
• Reduction of risk
• Types of safeguard
• Guard construction
• Noise
• Fans enclosed within units
• Safe working practices
• Information for use
• Bibliography