Based on the risk assessments, we prepare the operating instructions.
The employer must ensure that the employees are provided with operating instructions for the work equipment used at work in a form and language they can understand, according to § 9 of the German Industrial Safety Regulation (BetrSichV).
In order to protect against accidents and health hazards, the employer issues written instructions to its employees. Operating instructions also serve as a basis for training. They briefly define the protective and behavioral measures to be taken for specific activities.
Who needs to write an instruction manual?
According to the Occupational Health and Safety Act and DGUV 1 regulations, the employer is obliged to ensure the safety and health of employees at the workplace.
Based on the risk assessment, the manufacturer’s information, the database of hazardous and biological substances, operational findings and expert knowledge, the operating instructions are drawn up.
When is the preparation of operating instructions mandatory?
Instructions must be written:
- before employees use work equipment or electrical systems for the first time
- if employees have access to particularly hazardous work areas
- if employees work with biological or hazardous substances
- as soon as employees of other employers are employed and they must receive instructions regarding the hazards
For all other areas, the necessity results from the risk assessment. Click here for more information.
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