BS EN 620:2021 Continuous Handling Equipment and Systems

Safety Requirements for Fixed Belt Conveyors for Bulk Materials

Ensure the highest level of safety and efficiency in your bulk material handling operations with the BS EN 620:2021 standard. This comprehensive document provides essential guidelines and requirements for the design, installation, and maintenance of fixed belt conveyors, ensuring they meet the latest safety standards.

Key Features:

• Standard Number: BS EN 620:2021
• Pages: 66
• Released: 2021-10-06
• ISBN: 978 0 539 00213 3
• Name: Continuous handling equipment and systems. Safety requirements for fixed belt conveyors for bulk materials
• Status: Standard

Comprehensive Safety Guidelines

The BS EN 620:2021 standard is meticulously crafted to cover all aspects of safety for fixed belt conveyors used in bulk material handling. It addresses potential hazards and provides detailed instructions on how to mitigate risks, ensuring the safety of both operators and equipment.

Why Choose BS EN 620:2021?

Adopting the BS EN 620:2021 standard offers numerous benefits:

• Enhanced Safety: Minimize the risk of accidents and injuries with clear safety protocols.
• Regulatory Compliance: Stay compliant with the latest industry regulations and standards.
• Operational Efficiency: Optimize the performance and reliability of your conveyor systems.
• Cost Savings: Reduce downtime and maintenance costs through proactive safety measures.

Detailed Content

With 66 pages of in-depth information, the BS EN 620:2021 standard covers a wide range of topics, including:

• Design and construction requirements
• Installation guidelines
• Operational safety measures
• Maintenance and inspection protocols
• Emergency procedures

Who Should Use This Standard?

The BS EN 620:2021 standard is an invaluable resource for:

• Engineers and designers of conveyor systems
• Safety managers and compliance officers
• Maintenance and inspection personnel
• Operators of bulk material handling equipment

Stay Ahead with the Latest Edition

Released on 2021-10-06, the BS EN 620:2021 standard reflects the most current safety practices and technological advancements in the industry. By integrating these guidelines into your operations, you can ensure that your fixed belt conveyors are not only safe but also efficient and reliable.

ISBN and Availability

The BS EN 620:2021 standard is available under the ISBN 978 0 539 00213 3. This unique identifier ensures you are getting the official and most up-to-date version of the standard.

Conclusion

Invest in the BS EN 620:2021 standard to elevate the safety and performance of your fixed belt conveyors for bulk materials. With its comprehensive guidelines and detailed safety requirements, this standard is an essential tool for any organization involved in bulk material handling.

BS EN 620:2021

This standard BS EN 620:2021 Continuous handling equipment and systems. Safety requirements for fixed belt conveyors for bulk materials is classified in these ICS categories:

• 53.040.10 Conveyors

1.1 This document deals with the technical requirements for stationary belt conveyors and systems as defined in 3.1 to 3.2.4, designed for continuously conveying loose bulk materials. The covered phases of life cycle are design, setting, operation, maintenance and cleaning.

1.2 This document does not cover:

1. use in coal mining and open cast lignite mining;

2. use for man-riding;

3. floating, dredging and ship mounted structures supporting the conveyor;

4. biological and chemical hazards resulting from handling foodstuffs or pharmaceuticals;

5. the design of the supporting structure which is not part of a conveyor;

6. the effects of wind;

7. hazards resulting from handling specific hazardous materials, (e.g. explosives, radiating material);

8. hazards resulting from contact with or inhalation of harmful fluids, gases, mists, fumes or dust;

9. biological and micro-biological (viral or bacterial) hazards;

10. hazards caused by the use of ionising radiation sources;

11. conveyors fitted with a moving belt with other than a continuous rubber or polymeric surface for the conveying medium;

12. hazards associated with the integration of belt conveyors with other machinery;

The safety requirements of this document apply to equipment and systems placed on the market after the date of publication of this document.

NOTE Directive 2014/34/EC concerning equipment and protective systems intended for operation in potentially explosive atmospheres can be applicable to the type of machine or equipment covered by this European Standard. The present document is not intended to provide means of complying completely with the essential health and safety requirements of Directive 2014/34/EC.

1.1 This document deals with the technical requirements for stationary belt conveyors and systems as defined in 3.1 to 3.2.4, designed for continuously conveying loose bulk materials. The covered phases of life cycle are design, setting, operation, maintenance and cleaning.

1.2 This document does not cover:

1. use in coal mining and open cast lignite mining;

2. use for man-riding;

3. floating, dredging and ship mounted structures supporting the conveyor;

4. biological and chemical hazards resulting from handling foodstuffs or pharmaceuticals;

5. the design of the supporting structure which is not part of a conveyor;

6. the effects of wind;

7. hazards resulting from handling specific hazardous materials, (e.g. explosives, radiating material);

8. hazards resulting from contact with or inhalation of harmful fluids, gases, mists, fumes or dust;

9. biological and micro-biological (viral or bacterial) hazards;

10. hazards caused by the use of ionising radiation sources;

11. conveyors fitted with a moving belt with other than a continuous rubber or polymeric surface for the conveying medium;

12. hazards associated with the integration of belt conveyors with other machinery;

The safety requirements of this document apply to equipment and systems placed on the market after the date of publication of this document.

NOTE Directive 2014/34/EC concerning equipment and protective systems intended for operation in potentially explosive atmospheres can be applicable to the type of machine or equipment covered by this European Standard. The present document is not intended to provide means of complying completely with the essential health and safety requirements of Directive 2014/34/EC.