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Have a Machine Safety Risk Assessment carried out – legally compliant and practical
Anyone who takes occupational health and safety seriously within their organisation must ensure that a professional machine safety risk assessment is carried out at an early stage. This is the only way to systematically identify and assess hazards and counter them with appropriate protective measures.
As an experienced partner in occupational health and machine safety, tec.nicum supports companies and employers in implementing legally compliant and standard-conforming measures in line with the requirements of the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSH Act), the Industrial Safety Regulation (BetrSichV) in Germany, the Technical Rules for Industrial Safety (TRBS), and the Accident Prevention Regulations in Germany (UVV).
The implementation of risk assessments is a legal requirement in Germany and forms the foundation of all occupational health and safety measures. Whether machines, workplaces or organisational processes – we ensure transparency, structure and safety.
Machine Safety Risk Assessment of Work Equipment – more than just an obligationt
A machine safety risk assessment is a key element of any company’s safety strategy. It involves analysing technical systems and work equipment as well as individual machines and tools for potential hazards. Our experts identify risks arising from physical, chemical or ergonomic stress factors, assess the likelihood of occurrence and propose targeted protective measures in accordance with the current state of the art.
Particular emphasis is placed on integrating the results into everyday practice – for example through adapted operating instructions, training courses or additional inspection procedures. The aim is to achieve a lasting improvement in occupational health and safety that goes well beyond minimum legal requirements.
Conducting Machine Safety Risk Assessments – structured & efficient
At tec.nicum, carrying out a machine safety risk assessment always begins with a comprehensive inventory. Using a coordinated checklist, we record all relevant hazards and prioritise them. In doing so, we take legal requirements, internal company standards and current norms and guidelines into account.
Our experts guide you not only through the evaluation and risk assessment itself, but also through the entire approval process – including documentation, action planning and implementation. Potential training requirements for employees are also considered in order to optimally support your internal processes.
Why you should have a Machine Safety Risk Assessment carried out – advantages at a glance
Having a machine safety risk assessment carried out not only relieves pressure on internal resources, but also offers clear content-related and organisational advantages. As an external partner, tec.nicum provides objective expertise, up-to-date knowledge of legal requirements and a neutral perspective on existing processes and potential hazards.
Your advantages at a glance:
- Legal certainty through standard-compliant implementation in accordance with ArbSchG & BetrSichV (Germany)
- Objective assessment without operational bias
- Reduced workload for internal specialists and HSE teams
- Clear action plans including documentation and recommendations
- Fulfilment of legal obligations in the event of changes, new equipment or audits
- Up-to-date specialist knowledge of standards, protective measures and risk assessments
When you have a risk assessment carried out, you not only save time but also make a sustainable investment in occupational health and safety and in the protection of your employees.
Have a Risk Assessment carried out now – with tec.nicum
Would you like to have a risk assessment carried out that is not only formally correct but also practical and efficient? Then tec.nicum is the right partner for you. Our experts have extensive experience in risk assessments for work equipment and will guide you step by step through the process – clearly, transparently and in full compliance with legal requirements.
Machine Safety Risk Assessment – FAQs
- When does a Machine Safety Risk Assessment have to be carried out?
A risk assessment must always be carried out when new work equipment is introduced, processes are changed or workplaces are redesigned. An update is also required following accidents, malfunctions or changes in legislation. In Germany this is regulated by the Occupational Safety and Health Act (ArbSchG).
- What does an external Machine Safety Risk Assessment involve?
When you commission an external risk assessment, you receive a comprehensive analysis including inspection, risk evaluation, recommended measures, legally compliant documentation, supporting operating instructions and, where necessary, a training concept.
- What must a risk assessment include?
A complete risk assessment includes at least the following:- Identification of hazards
- Assessment of risks
- Determination of appropriate occupational health and safety measures
- Documentation of all results
- Verification of effectiveness
- Who is authorised to conduct a Machine Safety Risk Assessment?
The employer is legally obliged to carry out the machine safety risk assessment – either personally, through competent individuals within the organisation or via external service providers such as tec.nicum. It is essential that the person conducting the assessment has sufficient expertise in occupational health and safety and relevant regulations, as well as training as an occupational safety specialist (FASI/SiFa).
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