Safe use of lathesUsing a lathe incorrectly can present risks to both the user and other people in the work area. This could lead to a serious accident resulting in significant personal injuries.Managing the risksTo help you identify the hazards asso... Read more

Safe use of pillar and bench mounted drillsIf pillar or bench mounted drilling machines are used incorrectly, this could lead to accidents involving serious personal injuries.Managing the risksTo help you to identify the hazards associated with using... Read more

Safety procedure - use of a metalworking lathe - generalTo ensure that your staff follow prescribed safe systems of work, you should use a formal safety procedure. This document sets out how a metalworking lathe should be used; for example, how the r... Read more

Safety procedure - use of a bench-mounted drilling machineTo ensure that your staff follow prescribed safe systems of work, you should use a formal safety procedure. This document sets out how a bench-mounted drilling machine should be used; for exam... Read more

Safe use of electric drillsPortable electric drills are useful tools and, with care, they can be among the safest. But electric drills can be dangerous if not handled carefully.Managing the risksTo help you identify the hazards associated with the us... Read more

Risk assessment - safe use of metal cutting guillotinesThe use of metal cutting guillotines can present risks to staff which, left unmanaged, could cause accidents and potentially put you on the wrong side of the law.Managing the risksTo help you ide... Read more