Safety

Risk Assessment

EN ISO 12100 defines the standard for "Machine Safety – Risk Assessment and Risk Reduction for Machinery." It serves as a fundamental guideline for machine safety across Europe and many other countries.

Here are some key points about EN ISO 12100:

1. Purpose: EN ISO 12100 provides a framework to reduce safety risks during the design, manufacturing, and use of industrial machines. Its main goal is to ensure safe working conditions for operators, maintenance personnel, and others nearby.
2. Scope: This standard applies to all industrial machines and is suitable for any type of business or industry.
3. Risk Assessment: The standard outlines a process for identifying potential hazards, analyzing their causes, and determining appropriate risk reduction measures.
4. Risk Reduction: EN ISO 12100 details strategies and techniques to mitigate or eliminate risks during machine design and operation.
5. Machine Documentation: It emphasizes the importance of documenting risk assessments and mitigation measures as part of the machine’s development lifecycle.
6. Compliance: EN ISO 12100 helps ensure alignment with the EU Machinery Directive (2006/42/EC) and other national/international regulations.

EN ISO 12100 is a fundamental tool used in engineering, design, and manufacturing processes within the field of machinery safety. Conducting risk assessments in accordance with this standard is a key factor in reducing industrial accidents and injuries.

Verification

Post-Measure Risk Assessment (PMRA)

Based on the initial risk assessment, PMRA evaluates whether implemented safety measures have reduced risks to an acceptable level. It is essentially a secondary assessment conducted after improvements.

EN ISO 13849-1 Compliance Report (SISTEMA)

The EN ISO 13849-1 compliance report service is provided under the EN ISO 13849-1 and EN ISO 13849-2 standards. It includes the calculation and documentation of the Performance Level (PL) values of the safety-related parts of a machine's control system. Ideally, this service is delivered using SISTEMA, or PAScal upon request, and includes the following steps: - Evaluation of components used in the safety control system - Analysis of sensor and actuator connections - Quantitative calculation of achieved Performance Levels (PL) for all safety functions - Assessment of Common Cause Failure (CCF) factors

Machine Stopping Time Measurement

In machinery and systems, Electro-Sensitive Protective Equipment (ESPE) is used to immediately stop the system and reduce risk in areas accessible to upper and lower limbs during a potential hazard. According to the Regulation on the Use of Work Equipment, regular testing of safety equipment (functionality and positioning) must be performed by authorized personnel. The integration of safety devices into the system must comply with the fundamental requirements set by the EN ISO 13855 standard. At GMGTEST, we conduct ESPE measurements using high-precision instruments that are regularly calibrated in accordance with EN ISO 13855. This allows us to measure the machine's stopping time during hazardous situations, calculate the safety distance based on multiple parameters, and verify the correct positioning of ESPE devices on machines.

Safety Concept

The safety concept is a strategy or approach designed to minimize risks in order to ensure human safety and health, protect the environment, and reduce material damage.
It can be applied across many fields, but it is especially important in industrial operations, construction projects, and transportation systems where risk levels are typically high.

A safety concept generally includes the following elements:

1- Risk Assessment: First and foremost, it is essential to identify and evaluate the potential risks associated with a specific activity or process. This involves identifying potential hazards, analyzing their sources, and assessing the level of risk they pose.
2- Risk Reduction and Control: Appropriate measures must be taken to reduce or eliminate the identified risks. These measures may be technical, organizational, or behavioral in nature. This includes the use of safety equipment, improvement of procedures, and implementation of training and awareness programs.
3- Continuous Improvement: The safety concept should be continuously reviewed and improved. This includes identifying new risks, evaluating the effectiveness of existing measures, and adopting best practices.
4- Participation and Collaboration: Establishing and maintaining a safety culture requires the involvement of employees, management, and other relevant stakeholders. Collaboration and communication play a vital role in strengthening this culture.
5- Acceptance of Risk: In some cases, it may not be possible to eliminate all risks entirely. In such situations, acceptable levels of risk should be defined and managed appropriately.

System Integration

RA / SC

Based on the Risk Assessment (RA) and Safety Concept (SC) reports we prepare, we guide you to the right partners through our extensive network of System Integrators across Türkiye, ensuring that your machines are made safe through proper safety integration.