Comparison of Legal Requirements: The Machinery Directive vs. the Machinery Regulation
1.1.7. Operating positions
Machinery Directive statutory text
1.1.7. Operating positions
The operating position must be designed and constructed in such a way as to avoid any risk due to exhaust gases and/or lack of oxygen.
If the machinery is intended to be used in a hazardous environment presenting risks to the health and safety of the operator or if the machinery itself gives rise to a hazardous environment, adequate means must be provided to ensure that the operator has good working conditions and is protected against any foreseeable hazards.
Where appropriate, the operating position must be fitted with an adequate cabin designed, constructed and/or equipped to fulfil the above requirements. The exit must allow rapid evacuation. Moreover, when applicable, an emergency exit must be provided in a direction which is different from the usual exit.
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Machinery Regulation legal text
1.1.7. Operating positions
The operating position shall be designed and constructed in such a way as to avoid any risk due to exhaust gases or lack of oxygen.
If the machinery or related product is intended to be used in a hazardous environment presenting risks to the health and safety of the operator or if the machinery or related product itself gives rise to a hazardous environment, adequate means shall be provided to ensure that the operator has good working conditions and is protected against any foreseeable hazards.
Where appropriate, the operating position shall be fitted with an adequate cabin designed, constructed or equipped to fulfil the above requirements. The exit shall allow rapid evacuation. Moreover, when applicable, an emergency exit shall be provided in a direction which is different from the usual exit.
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