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French Labour CodeIn force
Subsection 2: Start-up and shut-down controls

Article R4324-12

The start-up devices are arranged in such a way that the operator is able, from their position, to ensure that there are no people in the danger zones. Where this is not possible, any start-up is auto…

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French Labour CodeIn force
Subsection 1: Protectors and protective devices

Article R4324-5

Work equipment is installed and equipped to prevent hazards from falling or flying objects such as machined parts, tooling, swarf and waste.

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French Labour CodeIn force
Subsection 1: Protectors and protective devices

Article R4324-3

The protectors and protective devices provided for in articles R. 4324-1 and R. 4324-2 have the following characteristics: 1° They are of robust construction, adapted to the conditions of use; 2° They…

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French Labour CodeIn force
Subsection 1: Protectors and protective devices

Article R4324-7

The technical requirements laid down in this chapter, in particular the characteristics of the guards provided for in articles R. 4324-1 to R. 4324-3, are specified as necessary by orders issued by th…

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French Labour CodeIn force
Subsection 4: Insulation and energy dissipation

Article R4324-18

Work equipment is fitted with clearly identifiable and easily accessible devices enabling it to be isolated from each of its energy supply sources.

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French Labour CodeIn force
Subsection 2: Start-up and shut-down controls

Article R4324-13

All work equipment is fitted with the necessary controls to enable it to be shut down safely.

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French Labour CodeIn force
Subsection 1: Protectors and protective devices

Article R4324-2

Work equipment powered by a source of energy other than human effort and comprising moving parts involved in the performance of the work and liable to cause accidents through mechanical contact must b…

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French Labour CodeIn force
Subsection 4: Insulation and energy dissipation

Article R4324-20

It must be possible to dissipate the energy accumulated in the work equipment easily, without compromising worker safety. Where it is not possible to dissipate the energy, the presence of this energy…

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French Labour CodeIn force
Subsection 3: Warning and signalling systems

Article R4324-16

Work equipment shall include the warnings, signs and warning devices essential to ensure the safety of workers. These warnings, signs and warning devices must be chosen and placed in such a way as to…

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French Labour CodeIn force
Subsection 1: Protectors and protective devices

Article R4324-1

Moving parts for transmitting energy or for moving work equipment where there is a risk of mechanical contact which could lead to accidents are fitted with appropriate guards or devices to prevent acc…

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