Machine Tools - Safety - Machining Centres: British Standard

BRITISH STANDARD BS EN
12417:2001
+A2:2009
Machine tools —
Safety — Machining
centres
ICS 25.040.10
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EUROPEAN STANDARD EN 12417:2001+A2
NORME EUROPÉENNE
EUROPÄISCHE NORM February 2009
ICS 25.040.10 Supersedes EN 12417:2001
English Version
Machine tools - Safety - Machining centres
Machines-outils - Sécurité - Centres d'usinage Werkzeugmaschinen - Sicherheit - Bearbeitungszentren
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Contents Page
Foreword ..............................................................................................................................................................3
Introduction .........................................................................................................................................................4
1 Scope ......................................................................................................................................................5
2 Normative references ............................................................................................................................5
3 Terms and definitions ...........................................................................................................................7
4 List of significant hazards ....................................................................................................................8
5 Safety requirements and/or protective measures ........................................................................... 12
6 Verification of safety requirements and/or protective measures .................................................. 28
7 Information for use ............................................................................................................................. 28
Annex A (normative) Guards on machining centres - Impact test method................................................ 31
Annex B (informative) Equipment for impact test ......................................................................................... 35
Annex C (informative) Illustrative figures used as examples ...................................................................... 36
Annex D (normative) Noise emission measurement .................................................................................... 41
Annex ZA (informative) #Relationship between this European Standard and the Essential
Requirements of EU Directive 98/37/EC, amended by Directive 98/79/EC$
$ .............................. 43
Annex ZB (informative) #Relationship between this European Standard and the Essential
Requirements of EU Directive 2006/42/EC$
$ .................................................................................. 44
Bibliography ..................................................................................................................................................... 45
Table 1 — List of significant hazards and major sources of these hazards associated with
machining centres .................................................................................................................................9
Table 2 — List of safety requirements and/or protective measures and their verification
procedures .......................................................................................................................................... 13
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Foreword
This document (EN 12417:2001+A2:2009) has been prepared by Technical Committee CEN/TC 143
"Machine tools - Safety", the secretariat of which is held by SNV.
This European Standard shall be given the status of a national standard, either by publication of an identical
text or by endorsement, at the latest by August 2009, and conflicting national standards shall be withdrawn at
the latest by December 2009.
This document includes Amendment 1, approved by CEN on 2006-02-03 and Amendment 2, approved by
CEN on 2008-12-29.
This document supersedes EN 12417:2001.
The start and finish of text introduced or altered by amendment is indicated in the text by tags
!" and # $.
Annex A is normative. Annexes B to D and ZA #and ZB$ are informative.
This European Standard has been prepared under a mandate given to CEN by the European Commission
and the European Free Trade Association, and supports essential requirements of EC Directive(s).
#For relationship with EC Directive(s), see informative Annexes ZA and ZB, which are integral parts of this
document.$
According to the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations, the national standards organizations of the following
countries are bound to implement this European Standard: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Czech
Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia,
Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain,
Sweden, Switzerland and United Kingdom.
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Introduction
This European Standard is a type C standard as stated in EN 292–1.
When provisions of this type C standard are different from those which are stated in type A or B standards, the
provisions of this type C standard take precedence.
Machining centres present a wide range of hazards, not least from their wide application as rotating tool,
'stationary' workpiece machine tools, for general purpose cutting of cold metal work material.
Protection of operators and other persons from contact with moving cutting tools, especially when being
rapidly rotated in the spindle, or being swung from a tool magazine to the spindle during power-operated tool
changing, or from contact with fast–moving workpieces, is of great importance.
When power–operated mechanisms are provided for workpiece transfer, they can also create hazardous
situations during loading/unloading and workpiece alignment or clamping.
Total enclosure of the work zone using guards during cutting is practicable for smaller machines. The
requirements for access to the work zone of large machines used for the processing of a wide range of
workpiece configurations can require that operators are safeguarded by other means (e.g. perimeter fencing,
protective devices at the operating position).
Pendant controls enable operators to move around the machine, especially large machines, and to view the
work zone, the load/aligning, clamping, cutting, or unloading operations, maneuvering the pendant control as
they move.
The significant hazards covered by this standard are those listed in clause 4. The safety requirements and/or
protective measures to prevent or minimize those hazards identified in Table 1 and procedures for verification
of these requirements or measures are found in clause 5.
The figures in annex C are examples only and are not intended to illustrate the only interpretation of the text.
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1 Scope
1.1 This standard specifies the technical safety requirements and protective measures to be adopted by
persons undertaking the design, construction and supply (including installation and dismantling, with
arrangements for transport and maintenance) of machining centres (see 3.1).
1.2 This standard takes account of intended use including reasonably foreseeable misuse, maintenance,
cleaning, and setting operations. It presumes access to the machine from all directions. It describes means to
reduce risks to operators and other exposed persons.
1.3 This standard also applies to the workpiece transfer devices when they form an integral part of the
machine.
1.4 This standard deals with significant hazards relevant to machining centres when they are used as
intended and under the conditions foreseen by the manufacturer (see clause 4).
1.5 Hazards arising from other metal working processes (e.g. grinding, turning, forming, EDM, laser
processing) are covered by other standards (see Bibliography).
1.6 This standard applies to machines which are manufactured after (its date of publication).
2 Normative references
This European Standard incorporates, by dated or undated reference, provisions from other publications.
These normative references are cited at the appropriate places in the text, and the publications are listed
hereafter. For dated references, subsequent amendments to or revisions of any of these publications apply to
this European Standard only when incorporated in it by amendment or revision. For undated references the
latest edition of the publication referred to applies (including amendments).
EN 292-1:1991, Safety of machinery - Basic concepts, general principles for design – Part 1: Basic
terminology, methodology
EN 292-2:1991 and EN 292-2/A1:1995, Safety of machinery - Basic concepts, general principles for design –
Part 2: Technical principles and specifications
EN 294:1992, Safety of machinery – Safety distances to prevent danger zones being reached by the upper
limbs
EN 349:1993, Safety of machinery – Minimum gaps to avoid crushing of parts of the human body
EN 547:1996, Safety of machinery – Human body measurements –

Part 1: Principles for determining the dimensions required for openings for whole body access into machinery
Part 2: Principles for determining the dimensions required for access openings
Part 3: Anthropometric data
EN 574:1996, Safety of machinery - Two hand control devices – Functional aspects – Principles for design
EN 614, Safety of machinery - Ergonomic design principles –

Part 1: Terminology and general principles
Part 2: Interaction between machinery design and work tasks
EN 626-1:1994, Safety of machinery – Reduction of risks to health from hazardous substances emitted by
machinery – Part 1: Principles and specifications for machinery manufacturers
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EN 894:1997, Safety of machinery – Ergonomics requirements and data for the design of displays and control
actuators –
Part 1: Human interactions
Part 2: Displays
EN 894-3:2000, Safety of machinery – Ergonomics requirements and data for the design of displays and
control actuators – Part 3: Control actuators
EN 953:1997, Safety of machinery – Guards – General requirements for the design and construction of fixed
and movable guards
EN 954-1:1996, Safety of machinery - Safety-related parts of control systems - Part 1: General principles for
design
EN 982:1996, Safety of machinery - Safety requirements for fluid power systems and their components -
Hydraulics
EN 983:1996, Safety of machinery - Safety requirements for fluid power systems and their components -
Pneumatics
EN 999:1998, Safety of machinery – The positioning of protective equipment in respect of approach speeds of
parts of the human body
prEN 1005:1998, Safety of machinery – Human physical performance –

Part 1: Terms and definitions
Part 2: Manual handling of machinery and component parts of machinery
Part 3: Recommended force limits for machinery operation
EN 1037:1995, Safety of machinery – Prevention of unexpected start-up
EN 1050:1996, Safety of machinery - Principles for risk assessment
EN 1088:1995, Safety of machinery - Interlocking devices associated with guards – Principles for design and
selection
EN 1127–1:1997, Explosive atmospheres - Explosion prevention and protection – Part 1: Basic concepts and
methodology
EN 1760–1:1997, Safety of machinery - Pressure sensitive protective devices – Part 1: General principles for
the design and testing of pressure sensitive mats and pressure sensitive floors
EN 1837:1999, Safety of machinery – Integral lighting of machines
EN 60529:1991, Specification for degrees of protection provided by enclosures (IP code)
EN 60825-1:1994, Safety of laser products – Equipment classification, requirements and user’s guide
EN ISO 3744:1995, Acoustics – Determination of sound power level of noise sources using sound pressure –
Engineering method in an essentially free field over a reflecting plane
EN ISO 3746:1995, Acoustics – Determination of sound power level of noise sources using sound pressure –
Survey method using an enveloping measurement surface over a reflecting plane
EN ISO 4871:1997, Acoustics – Declaration and verification of noise emission values of machinery and
equipment
EN ISO 9614-1:1995, Acoustics – Determination of sound power level of noise sources using sound intensity
– Part 1: Measurement at discrete points
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EN ISO 11202:1995, Acoustics – Noise emitted by machinery and equipment – Measurement method of
emission sound power levels at the work station and at other specified positions – Survey method in situ
EN ISO 11204:1996, Acoustics - Noise emitted by machinery and equipment – Method requiring
environmental corrections
prEN ISO 14122:1999, Permanent means of access to machines and industrial plants -
Part 2: Working platforms and gangways
Part 3: Stairways, stepladders and guard-rails
prEN 13478:1999, Safety of machinery – Fire prevention and protection
EN ISO 11688-1:1998, Acoustics – Recommended practice for the design of low–noise machinery and
equipment – Part 1: Planning
ISO/TR 11688-2:1998, Acoustics – Recommended practice for the design of low–noise machinery and
equipment – Part 2: Introduction to the physics of low-noise design
!EN ISO 15641, Milling cutters for high speed machining — Safety requirements (ISO 15641:2001)"
EN 50081–2:1993, Electromagnetic compatibility – Generic emission standard – Part 2: Industrial environment
EN 60204-1:1997, Safety of machinery - Electrical equipment of machines – Part 1: General requirements

(IEC 60204-1:1997)
EN 61000-6-2, Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) – Part 6-2: Generic standards - Immunity for industrial
environments (IEC 61000-6-2:1999)
EN 61496-1: 1997, Safety of machinery - Electrosensitive protective equipment – Part 1 - General

requirements and tests (IEC 61496-1:1997)
IEC 61496-2:1997, Safety of machinery - Electro-sensitive protective equipment – Part 2: Particular

requirements for equipment using active opto-electronic protective devices (AOPDs)
ISO 2806:1994, Industrial automation systems – Numerical control of machines – Vocabulary
3 Terms and definitions

For the purposes of this standard, the following definitions apply. For other terms and definitions, see
EN 292-1, EN 292-2+A1.
3.1
machining centre
a numerically controlled machine tool, where the spindle orientation is usually either horizontal or vertical,
capable of carrying out two or more machining processes (e.g. milling, drilling, boring) and having facilities to
enable tools to be changed automatically from a magazine or similar storage unit in accordance with the
machining program. Such machines may incorporate facilities for manual control in varying degrees
3.2
numerical control (computer numerical control) (NC, CNC)
automatic control of a process performed by a device that makes use of numeric data introduced while the
operation is in progress (ISO 2806:1994, 2.1.1)
3.3
work zone
the space where the metal cutting process can take place
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3.4
workpiece transfer device
a mechanism integrated with the machine as a means of supplying a previously loaded workpiece to a
machine in exchange for a finished workpiece (e.g. pallet changing device – see annex C, Figures C.1, C.2,
C.3, C.4)
3.5
electronic handwheel
a manually operated control device which initiates and maintains an axis movement by pulse generation input
to the numerical control during its rotation
4 List of significant hazards
4.1 The list of hazards contained in Table 1 is the result of a hazard identification and risk assessment carried
out as described by EN 1050 for machining centres covered by the scope of this standard. The safety
requirements and/or protective measures and information for use contained in clauses 5 and 7 are based on
the risk assessment and deal with the identified hazards by either eliminating them or reducing the effects of
the risks they generate.
4.2 The risk assessment assumes foreseeable access from all directions, as well as unexpected start–up.
Risks to both the operators and other persons who can have access to the hazard zones are identified, taking
into account hazards which can occur under various conditions (e.g. commissioning, set–up, production,
maintenance, repair, decommissioning) during the life of the machine. The assessment includes an analysis
of the effect of failure in the control system.
4.3 In addition, the user of this standard (i.e. the designer, manufacturer, supplier) shall validate that the risk
assessment is complete for the machine under consideration with particular attention to:
 the intended use of the machine including maintenance, setting and cleaning, and its reasonably
foreseeable misuse;
 the identification of the significant hazards associated with the machine.
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Table 1 — List of significant hazards and major sources of these hazards associated with machining
centres
• Description Example(s) of related Associated Related danger Clause 5

hazardous activity zone Reference
situation(s) (Table 2)
1. Mechanical hazards
1.1 Crushing workpiece clamping loading/reorienting/ between clamps and 1.4
unloading workpiece
movements associated power–operated tool envelope of tool- 1.3
with automatic tool change changer motion
changing between spindle and
tool store
moving axes maintenance within pits 1.7
movement of operating normal operation, at or near machine 1.8
platforms maintenance
1.2 Shearing moving axes manual operation/ tool between tool/ spindle 1.1.6.3
change and table/ workpiece 1.1.6.4
1.2.1.3
1.3 Cutting or severing spindle or tool running spindle running at spindle or tool 1.1 to
or cutting 1.1.6.4
1.4 Entanglement movements associated power–operated tool- envelope of tool- 1.3
changing between spindle and
tool store
removal of swarf/chips power–operated swarf/chip collection 1.5
swarf/chip removal and discharge zones
1.5 Drawing–in or trapping rapid travel of table or power–operated envelope of 1.1
spindle head motion of workpiece movement of
on table or tool in workpiece on table
spindle axes; envelope of
movement of tool in
spindle head
rotating power maintenance in or around machine 1.6
transmission
mechanisms
1.6 Impact moving/rotating tool spindle running at spindle or tool 1.1 to
1.1.6.4
automatic tool changing power–operated tool envelope of tool 1.3
change change motion
automatic workpiece power-operated envelope of motion of 1.4
transfer (e.g. pallet workpiece transfer workpiece and
loading system) workpiece transfer
mechanisms
1.7 Stabbing or puncture moving/rotating tool process control at tool in spindle 1.1 to
(especially eccentric 1.1.6.4
tools)
movements associated power–operated tool envelope of tool 1.3
changing (especially tool
grippers)
handling tools during manual tool at sharp cutter faces (see clause
change or 7)
replenishing tool
magazine
handling swarf/chips during loading/ at workpiece, table, (see clause
unloading and and swarf /chip 7)
cleaning collecting and
discharge zones
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Table 1 (continued)

hazardous activity zone Reference
situation(s) (Table 2)
2 Electrical hazards
2.1 Contact of persons contact with live parts or during electrical cabinet, 2.1
with live parts (direct connections commissioning, terminal boxes,
contact) maintenance, trouble control panels at
shooting machine
2.2 Contact of persons contact with live parts or during operation, at machine or faulty 2.2
with parts which have connections inspection and part
become live under maintenance of
faulty conditions machine
(indirect contact)
4 Hazards generated by noise
4.1 Hearing loss motion of power during operating cycle near machine 4
(deafness), other transmission elements, of machine
physiological cutting processes and
disorders (e.g. loss of fluid power systems
balance, loss of
awareness)
4.2 Interference with air blast used for during operating cycle near machine 4
speech cleaning of tool or pallet of machine
communication, locations
acoustical signals
6 Hazards generated by radiation
6.5 Lasers direct or reflected visual maintenance of laser within machine 6.5
exposure to laser positional feedback
radiation system
7 Hazards generated by materials and substances
7.1 Hazards from contact conditions near machine during operating cycle at or near machine 7.1
with or inhalation of caused by ejection of of the machine
harmful fluids, gases, particles of work
mists, fumes, and material, fluid droplets
dusts or mist from metal
working fluids
7.2 Fire or explosion flammable work during operating cycle at or near machine 7.2
material, flammable (low of the machine
flash point) metal
working fluids
7.3 Biological or micro– contact with hydraulic or during operation, at or near machine 7.3
biological (viral or metal working fluid as process control, and
bacterial) hazards liquid or mist containing maintenance
detritus and bacteria
8 Hazards generated by neglecting ergonomic principles in the design process
8.1 Unhealthy postures or lifting and reaching while during loading/ at load/unload and 8.1
excessive effort handling workpiece, unloading, process tool mounting
(repetitive strain) tools, and machine parts control, and positions,
maintenance maintenance action
points
8.2 Inadequate inappropriate location of during loading/ at load/unload and 8.2
consideration of hand- controls unloading, process tool mounting
arm or foot-leg control, and positions,
anatomy maintenance maintenance action
points
8.4 Inadequate local judgement and accuracy during loading at load/unload, tool 8.4
lighting of manual actions /unloading, process mounting positions
impaired during control, tool handling
handling/ positioning of
work materials and
cutters
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Table 1 (continued)

hazardous situation(s) activity zone Reference
(Table 2)
8.6 Human errors, human reasonably foreseeable during loading/ at load/unload, tool 8.6
behaviour misuse, inadvertent unloading, process mounting positions
operation of controls, control, tool handling
incorrect work material
and cutter handling and
setting
8.7 Inadequate design, inadvertent operation of during setting, at or near machine 8.7
location or controls operating cycle
identification of manual
controls
8.8 Inadequate design or misinterpretation of during setting, at or near machine 8.8
location of visual displayed information operating cycle
display units
10 Unexpected start-up, unexpected overrun/ overspeed
10.1 Failure/disorder of the mechanical hazards during setting, at machine 10.1
control system associated with selected cleaning
machine movement
10.2 Restoration of energy unexpected movements during setting, at or near machine 10.2
supply after an of machine cleaning or
interruption maintenance
10.3 External influences on unpredictable behaviour during setting or at or near machine 10.3
the electrical of electronic controls due operating cycle of the
equipment to electromagnetic machine
interference
13 Failure of the power malfunctions of the during operation, at machine where 13
supply control with consequent process control, machine elements
misapplication of stored maintenance retained in a safe
energy or power. Power condition by the
workholding fails, motor application of power or
overspeed. Part fluid pressure.
breakage causes
machine elements to
move under residual
forces (inertia, gravity,
spring/ energy storage
means) causing external
elements to move
unexpectedly
14 Failure of the control Unexpected movements during setting, at or near machine 14
circuit of machine cleaning or
maintenance
15 Errors of fitting machine elements fail or during process at machine 15
swing unexpectedly control, tool
mounting,
maintenance
17 Falling or ejected ejection of machine during the operating at or near machine 1.2.6
objects or fluids parts, workpiece or tools cycle of the machine 17
caused by clamping
device, control system
failures or collision due
to data errors
18 Loss of stability, unrestrained machine or during loading/ at machine 18
overturning of machine part unloading and
machinery (maintained in position process control, at
by gravity), falls or heavy/unwieldy
overturns workpieces during
maintenance
(disassembly/
relocation)
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19 Slip , trip, and fall of ejection or spillage of during workpiece machine table, floor 19
persons (related to metal working fluids and load/unload, setting, area around machine
machinery) lubricants (also hydraulic process control and and workpiece
fluid if used); work at maintenance permanent means of
heights work at heights access to the machine
work to replenish
fluids (e.g. lubricants)
• This list is derived from annex A of EN 1050: 1996.
5 Safety requirements and/or protective measures
5.1 General requirements
Machining centres shall comply with the safety requirements and/or protective measures of this clause.
In addition, the machining centre shall be designed according to the principles of EN 292 for hazards relevant
but not significant which are not dealt with by this standard.
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5.2 Specific requirements
Table 2 — List of safety requirements and/or protective measures and their verification procedures
NOTE The numbering of various provisions in this table is in accordance with Table 1 and hence missing numbers
correspond to hazards which are not significant
Hazards Safety requirement and/or protective measure Verification

1 Mechanical 1.1 Work zone
1.1.1 Primary safeguards Visual inspection
The work zones of machining centres shall be safeguarded. The

guarding arrangements shall be designed to prevent access to
hazardous situations.
NOTE General guidance for the design selection of safeguards, where
the hazards from moving parts cannot be avoided by design is given in
4.1, 4.2 and Table 1 of EN 292-2:1991.
For the purposes of this clause,
1) all protective equipment shall be in accordance with the following: in
accordance with EN 61496-1:1997 (ESPE), in accordance with IEC
61496-2:1997, category 4 (AOPD), in accordance with EN 1760-1:1997
(PSPD).
2) Guards shall be in accordance with EN 953:1997, and interlocking
devices shall be in accordance with EN1088:1995.
1.1.2 Guarding strategies
1.1.2.1 General Visual inspection,

assessment
The work zone shall be enclosed where possible by fixed and/or
interlocked movable guards during machining operations. Where
enclosure is not reasonably practicable (e.g. due to the size of the
workpiece, its geometry, other special characteristics of the machine or
its application), operators and other exposed persons shall be
safeguarded by a combination of other means (e.g. protected operator
position (cabin), perimeter guarding, other protective devices).
1.1.2.2 Enclosure Visual inspection

Examination of
Where reasonably practicable, work zone guarding shall be fixed to the drawings
structure of the machine (see 3.2.1 of EN 953:1997) (see also guard
characteristics below and Figures C.1 – C.4, C.6).
1.1.2.3 Alternatives to enclosures Visual inspection
Access to the work zone, by the operator, from the normal (fixed)
operating position shall be prevented by local guarding (typically forming
a cabin - see Figures C.5 and C.7). Access to the cabin shall not require
entry into the hazard zone enclosed by perimeter fencing or other
protective devices. Where this is not possible because of the machine
configuration or other operating constraints, the access route to the
operating position shall not require approach to hazardous situations.
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Table 2 (continued)
1 Mechanical Where the machine operator requires access to the work zone from the Visual inspection,
protected (fixed) operating position (cabin) e.g. for setting purposes or conformance to
process control, the cabin shall be designed so that access is via an drawings/
interlocked movable guard from within the cabin. Alternatively the specifications
movement of a pendant control from the cabin position shall have the
same effect as the interlocked guard above. Operation of the machine in
mode 1 (automatic cycle) shall only be possible when the pendant
control (above) is relocated in the cabin. Any other powered movement
of machine elements shall only be achieved by selection of the
appropriate operating mode (see operating modes below).
Access to the work zone by persons other than the machine operator
shall be prevented by perimeter fencing and/or other means (e.g.
electrosensitive protective equipment (ESPE), active-opto electronic
protective devices (AOPDs), pressure sensitive protective devices
(PSPDs). Where access points (e.g. gates), are provided they shall be
interlocked. Where interlocking is not possible because of the particular
machine configuration and application, any non interlocked access
points shall be within the visual field of the operator(s) from the normal
working position. Where it is foreseen that the machine will be operated
unattended, for some or all of the operating cycle, other means of
access control (e.g. key pad operated locks), shall be provided to
prevent unauthorised access.
1.1.3 Multiple work zones Visual inspection,

functional test to
Where more than one work zone is provided on a single machine, ensure compliance,
safeguards (e.g. fixed or movable interlocked guards, AOPD, ESPE) conformance to
shall protect the operator(s) from adjacent active work zone hazards drawings/
(e.g. when loading or unloading workpieces in a non-active work zone, specifications
cleaning).
Unauthorised movement of the machine into an adjacent non-active

work zone shall be prevented using a limiting device, (e.g. mechanical
stops, range limit switches, light beams, AOPDs).
1.1.4 Guard Characteristics
1.1.4.1 Height and Position Measurements to

ensure compliance
Where guards are floor mounted (e.g. perimeter fencing), they shall be with EN 294
securely fixed and have a minimum height of 1.4 m at a distance in
accordance with Table 2 of EN 294:1992 from the hazard zone. Any
opening between the bottom of the guard and the floor shall not exceed
300 mm.
1.1.4.2 Containment Practical check
Guards shall be designed to contain and/or prevent exposure to

swarf/chips, fluids and parts that can be discharged or ejected (see also
7.1.4 mist and vapour, 17.1 fluids mists and 17.2 ejection, 19.2
contamination of floors etc., in this table).
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1.1.4.3 Observation Visual inspection
Where routine observation of the machine operation is required, means

(e.g. windows) shall be provided so that this can be achieved without the
need to open, remove or suspend any work zone guard or other
protective device(s) (see also 8.4 lighting, in this table).
1.1.5 Interlocking
1.1.5.1 All movable guards through which frequent access to the work Visual inspection,
zone is required (i.e. more than once per shift) shall be interlocked. practical check
Opening of a guard or actuation of a protective device in mode 1
(automatic cycle - see below) shall cause hazardous movements to stop
and further movement to be inhibited (see EN 1037). Measures to
minimise the possible defeat of interlocking device(s) shall be taken (see
clauses 5 and 7 of EN 1088:1995).
1.1.5.2 If opening of an interlocking movable guard exposes operators to Practical check

hazards listed 1.1 -1.7 of Table 1, guard locking shall be provided (see
EN 1088 and also 7.2.m, of clause 7).
1.1.6 Modes of operation
1.1.6.1 General Visual inspection,

practical check
Each machine shall have at least two modes of operation (i.e. modes 1
and 2) with the option of a third mode (i.e. mode 3). The selection of a
mode of operation shall be either by key switch, access code or equally
secure means and shall only be permitted from outside the work zone.
Selection of a mode shall not initiate hazardous situations.
1.1.6.2 Mode 1 - Automatic cycle [automatic production] Practical check
The guards shall be closed and/or the protective devices be active to

permit execution of programmed sequential machine operation under
numerical control.
1.1.6.3 Mode 2 - Setting

Setting mode is a mode of operation in which adjustments for the
subsequent machining process are performed by the operator.
NOTE Assessment of tool or workpiece position, e.g. by touching the

workpiece with a probe or tool, and programme sequence checking,
belong to the setting mode.
When any interlocked movable guard is open or a protective device is

suspended, powered machine movements shall only be permitted under
the following conditions:
a) Axis movements at a maximum rate of 2 m/min. or a maximum Measurement
increment of 10 mm.
These movements shall be selected one axis at a time and may be Practical check
initiated and maintained by one of the following means:
– a hold-to-run control device;
– an electronic handwheel;
– manual data input (MDI) followed by cycle start together with an
enabling device.
b) Spindle speed shall be limited by its stopping performance which Measurement

shall not exceed 2 revolutions.
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Spindle rotation shall only be initiated and maintained by one of the Practical check
following means:
– a hold-to-run control device
– a spindle start control device together with an enabling device.
Release of an enabling device shall initiate a category 1 stop in

accordance with 9.2.2 of EN 60204-1:1997.
c) The limits of speed or incremental distance [defined in a) and b) Examination of
above] shall be monitored and if exceeded, the power to the drives shall circuit diagrams,
be removed by a controlled stop (Category 1 - see 9.2.2 of EN 60204– practical check
1:1997).
d) Means shall be provided to prevent hazardous movement of vertical Practical check

or slant axes under gravity.
e) Automatic tool and workpiece changing mechanisms shall remain Practical check
inhibited. Initiation of their automatic movement shall only be possible by
reselection of mode 1.
Exception: For maintenance in mode 2 only, the provisions contained in Practical check
1.2, 1.3, 1.4 and 1.5 of this table are permitted.
f) Unguarded swarf/chip conveyor movements shall only be initiated and Visual inspection,
maintained by a hold-to-run control device. examination of
circuit diagrams
g) Where multiple hold-to-run control device locations are provided (e.g. Practical check
main control station, hand-held pendant), only one shall be functional at
a time.
!1.1.6.4 Mode 3 - Optional mode for manual intervention under
restricted operating conditions
When provided, this mode permits use of the machine under manual or
numerical control with work zone guards open and/or protective devices
suspended under the following conditions:
a) This mode shall only be provided when details of the intended Visual inspection (of
application are known and the required skill level of operators shall be Instruction
defined in the instruction handbook (see 7.2 g) of this European handbook)
Standard).
b) Single axis and multiple axis vector speeds shall be limited to 5m/min. Measurement
c) Spindle speed shall be limited by its stopping performance which shall Measurement
not exceed 5 revolutions.
NOTE 1 In order to achieve this stopping requirement it may be necessary to
provide tool diameter identification or measurement systems to limit the permitted
speed of the spindle for each tool used.
NOTE 2 Alternative solutions to this clause have been considered during the
development of this standard but no firm conclusions have been reached. This
particular problem will be re-visited in a future revision of this European
Standard.
d) Execution of a program shall be initiated by a cycle start control Practical check
device in conjunction with an enabling device and maintained by the
enabling device;
e) Non-programmed movements shall be achieved as follows:
1) Spindle rotation shall be initiated by a spindle start control device Examination of
together with an enabling device and maintained by the enabling device. circuit diagrams,
practical test
Release of the enabling device shall initiate a category 1 stop in
accordance with 9.2.2 of EN 60204-1:1997.
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2) Axis movements may be initiated and maintained by one of the Practical check
following means:
– a hold-to-run control device
– an electronic hand wheel
– manual data input (MDI) followed by cycle start together with an
enabling device.
f) The limits of speed or incremental distance [defined in b) and c) Practical check
above] shall be monitored and if exceeded, the power to the drives shall
be removed by a controlled stop (category 1 – see 9.2.2 of EN 60204-
1:1997).
g) The requirements d), e), f) and g) of mode 2 in 1.1.6.3 shall also See 1.1.6.3 d, e, f
apply. and g.
Where ergonomic considerations in the application of Mode 3 make the Evaluation of the
use of an enabling device impractical (e.g. because the duration of need for Mode 3
necessary process observation/intervention exceeds an acceptable operation without an
enabling device plus
fatigue time for the machine operator to actuate the enabling device or
examination of the
the manipulation of multiple parameter control devices prevents the
machine and its
sustained operation of an enabling device) then a combination of circuit diagrams"
alternative engineering control measures, to reduce entanglement and
crushing risks, shall be substituted for the enabling device. Two
examples of accepted alternative engineering control measure
combinations are:
h) A safe standing position for the operator that is monitored by an
active optical protection device (AOPD) or other approved safety
monitoring device, (e.g. a scanning device or light curtain), but excluding
the use of a pressure sensitive mat or similar easily defeated device,
together with:
- a readily accessible emergency stop control device shall be
provided plus,
- safe edge emergency stop arrangements shall be applied to all
moving machine elements that pose a crushing risk plus,
- the monitoring for reduced spindle and axes speeds shall satisfy the
requirements of EN 954-1:1996, Category 3, and
- identification of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)
shall be provided in the instructions for use (see 7.2 n) and 7.2 o) of
this European Standard).
i) Protection against entanglement risk by means of a fixed guard
enclosing the rotating spindle and cutter or an AOPD (light curtain)
around (or in front of) the rotating spindle and cutter (the position of
AOPD shall fulfil the requirements of EN999) together with:
- a readily accessible emergency stop control device shall be
provided plus,
- safe edge emergency stop arrangements shall be applied to all
moving machine elements that pose a crushing risk plus,
- the monitoring for reduced spindle and axes speeds shall satisfy the
requirements of EN 954-1: 1996, Category 3, and
- identification of appropriate personnel protective equipment (PPE)
shall be provided in the instructions for use (see 7.2 n) and 7.2 o) of
this European Standard).
NOTE 3 Other engineering control measures that provide the equivalent level of
risk reduction, to those identified in h) and i) above, may be used.
To reduce ejection risks, the cutting speed employed in any Mode 3
application shall be held below the scope of EN ISO 15641:2000.
NOTE 4 The intended tool should preferably be a solid or one-piece milling
cutter.
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verification against
Means shall be provided for the movement of machine axes for circuit diagrams,
emergency purposes (e.g. release of trapped persons). These means practical check
are for example:
a) With power off:
- manually operated relief valves to depressurise
systems under pressure;
- manual release of power-actuated brakes provided
that weight-balancing exists;
b) With power on:
- manual control facilities of power-piloted valves/
drives;
- control facilities to start counter motions.
(see also 7.2 m, of clause 7).
1.2 Tool magazine
1.2.1 Access to hazardous movements of the tool magazine shall be Visual inspection
prevented by fixed and/or interlocked movable guards (see EN
1088:1995, clause 7 and annexes).
1.2.2 When the interlocked movable guard is open, the tool magazine Examination of
drive shall be stopped and further movements shall be inhibited (see circuit diagrams,
also 1.1.5 of this table). practical check
1.2.3 Access openings shall be in accordance with EN 547-1:1996, EN Measurement

547-2:1996, EN 547-3:1996.
1.2.4 Where whole body access into the tool magazine guard enclosure Examination of
is foreseen, a presence sensing device (e.g. ESPE, AOPD, PSPD) shall circuit diagrams,
be provided to detect persons in the tool magazine area. When this practical check
device is actuated, the control system shall prevent any movement of
the tool magazine or other accessible hazardous machine movements.
1.2.5 Where powered movements with the interlocked guard open are Examination of
required for tool replenishment, maintenance, or adjustment purposes, circuit diagrams,
this shall be achieved by means of a hold-to-run control to permit a measurement,
single tool station index movement or a two-hand control devicefor practical check
continuous movement. This device shall be in accordance with 9.2.5.7
Type 3 of EN 60204-1:1997 (see also EN 574:1996). Such movement
shall either be at a reduced speed (i.e. 15 m/min. where only an impact
hazard exists; 2 m/min. where a crushing, shearing or trapping hazard
exists) or be initiated from control devices positioned at a safe distance
from the hazardous machine parts. (see EN 294, EN 999:1998) No
hazardous machine movements shall arise from the actuation of any
magazine sensor or feedback device (see 10.1.4 of EN 60204-1:1997
and 7.2 f, of clause 7 in this standard).
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1.2.6 In order to prevent falls or ejections, tools shall be securely held A test shall be
within the holders of the magazine. The design data for tool holding (e.g. carried out to verify
limits for maximum mass, moments of inertia, tilting moment, spatial that the anticipated
envelope of tools) shall be made available to the user (see 'information heaviest tool will be
for use'). securely held in the
holders
1.3 Tool changer
1.3.1 Access to hazardous movements from any direction shall be Visual inspection
prevented by fixed and/or interlocked movable guards or hazardous
movements shall be stopped or inhibited by the actuation of protective
devices (see EN 1088:1995, clause 7 and annexes)
1.3.2 Where access is required to the tool changer with the guards open Examination of
or protective devices suspended, powered motion shall only be initiated circuit diagrams,
under the control of an enabling device together with a hold-to-run measurement,
control device to permit step-by-step movement. When continuous practical check
movement is required, a two-hand control (see EN 574) at a safe
distance from the hazardous situation (see EN 999) shall be provided.
No hazardous machine movement shall arise from the actuation of any
sensor or feedback device (see 10.1.4 of EN 60204-1:1997 and 7.2 f, of
clause 7 in this standard). In order to prevent falls or ejections, tools
shall be securely held in the tool changer under all operating conditions
and/or loss of power.
1.4 Workpiece transfer devices (e.g. pallet changing devices,

automatic workpiece changing devices)
1.4.1 Load/unload positions for operators at workpiece transfer devices Visual inspection
shall be located outside the work zone and away from other hazardous
mechanisms (e.g. the tool changer).
1.4.2 Access to hazardous movement(s) shall be prevented by means of Visual inspection,

fixed and/or interlocked movable guards or hazardous movement(s) practical check
shall be either stopped or inhibited by the actuation of protective devices
(e.g. ESPE, AOPD).
1.4.3 Where access is required with the guards open or the protective Examination of
devices suspended, powered motion shall only be initiated under the circuit diagrams,
control of an enabling device together with a hold-to-run device to permit measurement,
step-by-step movement. When continuous movement is required, a two- practical check
hand control device shall be provided. This device shall be in
accordance with 9.2.5.7 Type 3 of EN 60204-1:1997 and shall be at a
safe distance from the hazardous situation (see EN 574 and EN 999).
No hazardous movement shall arise from the actuation of any sensor or
feedback device (see 10.1.4 of EN 60204-1:1997 and 7.2 f, of clause 7
in this standard).
1.5 Swarf /chip collection and removal
1.5.1 Access to hazardous moving parts of swarf/chip collection and Visual inspection,
removal systems shall be prevented by means of fixed guards. Where practical check
operators have a need to access more frequently than once per shift,
interlocked movable guards shall be provided. Guards shall be in
accordance with EN 953.
1.5.2 Opening an interlocked movable guard, which provides access to Examination of

the hazardous moving parts of a swarf/chip system shall cause the circuit diagrams,
movement to cease and remain inhibited (see also 1.1.5 and 14.1.1 of practical check
this table).
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1.5.3 If movement of a swarf/chip system with an interlocked guard open Examination of
is essential (e.g. for cleaning purposes) the movement shall only be circuit diagrams,
permitted under the control of a hold–to–run device with an adjacent practical check
emergency stop device. A warning sign shall indicate the hazardous
area of the swarf/chip system discharge (see also 7.2 f, of clause 7).
1.6 Power transmission mechanisms (e.g. driveshafts, belts, pulleys,

gears)
1.6.1 Access to hazardous power transmission parts (e g belts, chains, Visual inspection
gears. pulleys, shafts) shall be prevented by means of fixed guards but
interlocked movable guards shall be provided where operators have a
need to access more frequently than once per shift. Guard shall be in
accordance with EN 953.
1.6.2 Opening an interlocked movable guard, which exposes moving Visual inspection
power transmission parts, shall cause their movement to cease and
remain inhibited. Interlocking provisions shall conform to EN 1088 and
as a minimum to category 1 of EN 954-1:1996.
1.6.3 Where the hazardous moving parts can be reached before they Visual inspection
come to rest. guard locking shall be applied to prevent opening of the
guard until the hazardous movement has ceased. Delayed unlocking
shall be achieved by means of a motion detector or timer control. (see
7.2 and 7.3 of EN 1088 and EN 999).
1.7 Pits
1.7.1 Pits in or around a machine shall be covered (e.g. floor grids) or Visual inspection
secured against persons falling into them by e.g.
– railings;
– cables with roll up device;
– chains (red/white, black/yellow) with a warning sign 1 m in front of
the fall down position.
1.7.2 Where access to pits is necessary for observation, maintenance, Visual inspection
or adjustment purposes, entry into the pit shall be via interlocked access
gates which prevent machine movement in mode 1. Where powered
machine movements are necessary, machine elements may be moved
under the conditions set out in 1.1.6.3, 1.2,1.3, 1.4, and 1.5 of this table.
1.7.3 Safety distances between moving machine elements and pit walls Measurement of
or other fixed parts shall be in accordance with EN 349:1993. Where distance, visual
these safety distances cannot be achieved, additional protective inspection, practical
measures shall be provided to minimise the risk of crushing or trapping. check
1.8 Operating platforms (prEN ISO 14122)
1.8.1 Operating platforms shall: Visual inspection,

– prevent persons or objects falling from them. Guard-rails and toe practical check
plates shall be provided if the height of the platform is more than
500 mm;
– provide sufficient space for the operator(s), i.e. the minimum
headroom over platforms (and gangways) shall be 2100 mm and
the clear width between guardrails shall be minimum 600 mm,
preferably 800 mm;
1.8.1 Operating platforms shall (continued): Visual inspection,
– have lighting and ventilation for the operating position(s); practical check
– provide safe means of access and egress for the operator.
independent of power, to and from the platform in any position;
– the design shall be such that the danger zone cannot be reached,
e.g. by safe distances or by virtue of fixed or interlocked movable
guards with guard locking;
– give protection against swarf/chips and metal working fluid.
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1.8.2 Powered machine movements shall only be possible when an Visual inspection,
operating platform guard is opened if the requirements of mode 2 or practical check
mode 3 are met.
1.8.3 It shall be possible to control the flow of metal working fluid from Practical check
the operating platform.
1.8.4 For telescoping (horizontally or vertically) operating platforms, Visual inspection

linked to a machine moving element, protective measures to prevent
crushing and collision shall be provided (e.g. expansion bellows, metal
roller shutters. pressure sensitive devices).
1.8.5 Powered movements of platforms shall only be permitted (e.g. for Visual inspection,
observation) by the use of hold-to-run control in mode 2 or mode 3, and practical check
an emergency stop shall be provided.
2 Electrical 2.1 Direct contact Verify compliance

with the
To minimise the hazards of malfunction, shock or burn, all electrical requirements in EN
equipment shall be designed and applied in accordance with EN 60 204- 60204-1:1997 and
1. Means shall be provided to isolate the machine from sources of in particular clause
electrical energy (see 5.3 of EN 60204-1:1997). 19.
In particular in reference to EN 60204-1:

Means of isolation shall be located at the main electrical enclosure in
accordance with 6.2.2 (b). All other enclosures shall be in accordance
with 6.2.2(a). All live parts shall be protected against direct contact to at
least IP2X in accordance with 6.2.2 (c).
2.2 Indirect contact Verify compliance

with the require–
(See 3.27 of EN 60204-1:1997 for definition) ments in EN 60204–
The requirements of 6.3 of EN 60204-1:1997 shall be followed. 1: 1997 and in
particular clause 19.
2.3 Protection of control gear Visual inspection
Enclosures of control gear shall provide a degree of protection of at

least IP22 (see EN 60529:1991), except IP55 shall be provided for
control gear enclosures within the work zone.
4 Noise generated 4.1 Noise reduction methods
4.1.1 Control of noise at source By examination of

noise declaration.
When designing machining centres, the information and technical
measures to control noise at source given in EN ISO 11688-1:1998 and
ISO/TR 11688-2:1998 shall be followed.
The design shall take into account noise from each source. Appropriate
technical measures for reducing noise at the main sound sources of the
machining centres are listed below:
a) transmission noise gearbox damping
b) pneumatic exhaust silencers
c) power generation source damping or absorber
d) noise under cutting process damping or absorber inside
e) cutting tool change
f) workpiece change } the work zone enclosing
guard
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4.1.2 Control of transmission paths By examination of
noise declaration
Where noise levels must be reduced beyond those achievable by design
at source the machine shall be provided with protective measures (e.g.
noise enclosures, screens fitted to the machinery, silencers).
The above list is not exhaustive alternative technical measures for noise
reduction with identical or greater efficiency can be used.
6 Radiation 6.5 Lasers Examination of

mechanical
Built-in laser feedback systems shall be designed to prevent exposure to drawings practical
beam paths or specular reflections (see EN 60825-1:1994). check
7 Generated by 7.1 Fluids, mists, fumes, and dust Visual inspection,

materials or examination of
substances Because the materials which may be processed depend on specific mechanical
processed applications, it is not possible to provide detailed recommendations for drawings, practical
the reduction of the risks in this standard. However for metalworking check
fluids the following requirements apply:
7.1.1 The system design shall prevent splash, leakage and overflow of
the metalworking fluid.
7.1.2. Fluid reservoirs and other system components (e.g. pipes and
hoses) shall be made of materials to ensure the integrity of the system
and information on metalworking fluids to be used shall be given.
7.1.3. The metalworking fluid distribution system and delivery nozzles
shall be designed to minimise spray.
7.1.4. Where the generation of harmful fine mists and vapour or smoke
is foreseen in the work zone, means for containment shall be provided
to prevent their escape and for the addition of integral or external
extraction equipment. (see EN 626-1:1994)
7.1.5. The metalworking fluid capacity shall match the correct function of
the machine and be sufficient to avoid excessive heating and
subsequent evaporation of the fluid or alternatively coolers shall be
provided.
7.1.6 The metalworking fluid system shall be capable of delivering

sufficient amounts of fluids to prevent the generation of hazardous
vapours at the cutting site.
7.1.7. Where it is foreseen to be necessary for operators to place their

hands into the work zone (e.g. during load/unload operations, during
setting), metalworking fluid shall be automatically stopped or diverted.
NOTE Means may be provided to manually turn on the metalworking
fluid for adjustment purposes with the guard open.
7.1.8. Tanks shall be fitted with metalworking fluid visual level indication
and filling point which are easily accessible
7.1.9 All system components shall be designed to reduce exposure of

personnel to metalworking fluids during maintenance.
7.1.10. Means such as filters shall be provided to prevent the

accumulation of swarf/chips and other material from metal cutting
operations within the machine and the metalworking fluid tank in order to
prevent the dissolving of hard metals into fluids
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7.2 Fire or explosion
Because of the diverse nature of workpiece materials which may be

processed, and metalworking fluids which may be used, it is not
possible to provide detailed requirements in this standard for the
reduction of fire and explosion risks. Guidance may be found in prEN
13478:1999, Fire Prevention and Protection, and EN 1127-1:1997.
7.3 Minimising biological and microbiological hazards in Visual inspection,

metalworking fluids practical check
7.3.1 The total content of the metalworking fluid systems shall be

circulated in normal use so that no stationary volume within the tank
exists except where settlement is required by design.
7.3.2 To avoid stagnant areas remaining within the machine

metalworking fluid shall drain from the machine towards the tank under
gravity.
7.3.3 Discharge pipework shall have sufficient diameter and slope to

minimise sludge settlement.
7.3.4 The metalworking fluid system shall be provided with filtration for
the removal of sediment (see 7.1.9 of this table).
7.3.5 When sediment build-up occurs, cleaning shall be made easy by

design (e.g. rounded corners in containers). Cleaning shall not require
drainage of the whole system.
7.3.6 The inside of tanks shall not contribute to the growth of bacteria
(e.g. smooth, unpainted surfaces).
7.3.7 Provision shall be made to empty metalworking fluid containers

completely.
7.3.8 Metalworking fluid containers shall have covers designed to

prevent the ingress of foreign matter.
7.3.9 Contamination of the metalworking fluid by oil or grease from

external sources such as lost machine lubrication shall be avoided or
means shall be provided for their systematic removal.
7.3.10 Means shall be provided to enable: Visual inspection,
a) fluid samples to be taken, practical check
b) sumps and pipework to be cleaned and
c) filters to be changed
which minimise operators' exposure to fluid.
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8 Neglect of 8.1 Unhealthy posture or excessive efforts (repetitive strain) Practical test to
ergonomic check that weights,
principles in Machines shall be designed in accordance with ergonomic principles so distances, and
machinery design as to avoid excessive effort, unhealthy posture or fatigue during use and posture
in particular: requirements are
– Workpieces, tooling and accessories shall be easily moved. not excessive and
Lifting equipment may be required for parts over 10 kg in weight. are in accordance
(see prEN 1005-1:1998, prEN 1005-2:1998, prEN 1005-3:1998). with the referenced
– Where work handling equipment. hoists, or lifting devices are standards.
required, provision shall be made for their installation and
operation (e.g. by making work zone access possible through the
top of the machine when guards are open).
– Where parts are manually loaded. their fixtures. tool pockets or
tool holder shall be positioned to prevent excessive reaching into
the machine (see prEN 1005-1:1998, prEN 1005-2:1998, prEN
1005-3:1998).
– Control devices to operate clamping or gripping devices (e.g.
drawbars, chucks) shall be positioned to avoid excessive
reaching whilst supporting the weight of the tool or workpiece.
(e.g. application of foot controls). (See clause 4 of EN 894-
3:2000.)
– Movable guards shall be power operated where use of them will
lead to repeated excessive effort (see also 4.2.2.6 of EN 292-2:
1991).
8.2 Inadequate consideration of hand-arm or foot-leg anatomy Measurement,

check that distances
The positioning, labelling and illumination of control devices and points involved in normal
for observation or service such as those for filling and draining of tanks operation are in
shall be chosen to satisfy ergonomic principles (see EN 614-1, -2; EN accordance with the
894-1:1997, EN 894-2:1997, EN 894-3:2000; prEN 1005-1:1998, referenced
prEN 1005-2:1998, prEN 1005-3:1998; EN 999). standards.
8.4 Inadequate local lighting Measurement,

visual inspection.
Lighting within the work zone shall be provided in accordance with EN
1837:1999 and be a minimum of 500 lux as measured at the tool tip with
the interlocked movable guard open.
8.6 Human error, human behaviour
8.6.1 Identification of pockets in tool magazines shall be clear and Visual inspection
unambiguous.
8.6.2 Equipment and accessories indicated in the Instruction handbook Practical check
and not readily available, for adjusting and maintaining the machine,
shall be provided (see also 7.2 d, of clause 7).
8.7 Inadequate design location or identification of manual controls Visual inspection
Input devices (e.g. key boards, key pads, push buttons) shall be in
accordance with EN 894-1:1997, EN 894-3:2000.
8.8 Inadequate design or location of visual display units Visual inspection

and measurement
Screen displayed information shall be clear and unambiguous.
Reflections and glare shall be minimised (see EN 894-1:1997, EN 894-
2:1997)
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10 Unexpected 10.1 Failure / disorder of the control system Practical Tests
startup unexpected
overrun / over-speed Control systems shall be designed in accordance with EN 60204-1, EN
982, and EN 983.
Unexpected machine movements (e.g. spindle rotation, axis movement,
tool release from the spindle) shall be prevented (see EN 1037).
10.2 Restoration of energy supply after an interruption Examination of

circuit diagrams,
Control system design shall ensure that automatic restart is prevented practical check
and re-actuation of the start control is always required to initiate
powered movement following for example any change of mode,
selection of optional function, system re-set, guard interlock interruption,
restoration of adequate pressure or voltage, or correction of a system
failure (see EN 1037).
10.3 External influences on the electrical equipment Use the verification

methods described
Electromagnetic compatibility in EN 50081-2:1993
and EN 61000-6-2.
Immunity: Electronic control systems shall be designed and installed so
as to be protected from electromagnetic interference and stable when
exposed to electrical system operation or failure in accordance with EN
61000-6-2.
Emission: Electrical/electronic design shall apply technical information

and physical measures to limit electromagnetic emissions in accordance
with EN 50081-2:1993.
13 Failure of the 13.1 Energy supply failures

power supply
13.1.1 Systems shall be designed such that a line rupture in any circuit Examination of
(e.g. broken wire, pipe or hose) will not result in the loss of a safety circuit diagrams,
function (see EN 60204–1, EN 982, EN 983). practical check
13.1.2 Interruption or failure of any energy supply shall not result in a

hazard. Inadequate pressure or voltage shall be detected and the
machine cycle shall be interrupted or inhibited.
13.1.3 Means shall be provided for the isolation of power supplies (see
5.1.6 of EN 982: 1996, 5.1.6 of EN 983:1996 and 5.3 of EN 60204-
1:1997) and dissipation of stored energy (see 5.3 of EN 1037:1995).
14 Failure of the 14.1 Safety functions of control systems

control circuit
14.1.1 Safety functions of control systems shall be implemented using Conformance with
safety-related parts designed, constructed and applied in accordance diagrams,
with EN 954-1. In general, when activated, the input device to the safety specifications
function shall initiate a Category 1 stop, according to 9.2.2 of EN 60204-
1:1997, of the hazardous movements and preclude unexpected start-up.
Safety functions shall meet the requirements for the categories of EN
954-1 as listed below.
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14 Failure of the 14.1.1 (continued) Safety function initiated or maintained by: Conformance with
control circuit a) interlocking device associated with a diagrams,
movable guard applied to: specifications
– work zone 3
– transmissions, drive mechanisms 3‡
– tool changer, tool magazine 3
– work loading/unloading device 3
– pallet changer 3
– swarf/chip conveyor 3‡
– access to pits, gates in perimeter fencing 3‡
b) Hold-to run control including 2-hand control 3*
c) Enabling device 3
d) Speed limit control, including tool identification (see
17.2) 3*
e) Control of tool clamping 1
f) Electrosensitive protective equipment (ESPE) 3
The ESPE device shall meet the requirements
of a type 4 (see EN 61496-1:1997)
g) Emergency stop 3
h) Pressure sensitive protective devices (PSPD) 3
The PSPD by itself shall meet the requirements
of 4.15 of EN 1760-1:1997
‡ If frequency of access is less than once per hour, then a Category 1

may be used
* If this category cannot be achieved, then this function shall be
combined with an enabling device
Monitoring shall be achieved by one of the following methods: Examination of

– separate channels; circuit diagrams
– continuous automatic monitoring (see 3.14 of EN 292-1:1991);
– other appropriate means (e.g. current, velocity and position loops
in servo drives).
14.1.2 Visual inspection,

a) Each machine shall be fitted with one or more Emergency Stop Examination of
control devices in accordance with 10.7 of EN 60204–1:1997. circuit diagrams,
Examination of
b) The Emergency Stop function shall be category 0 in accordance with circuit diagrams,
9.2.5.4.2 of EN 60204-1:1997, except for mechanisms requiring a Practical check
sequenced shut down where a category 1 stop shall be implemented.
15 Errors of fitting 15.1 Means shall be embodied in the design of machine parts to prevent Practical checks
errors of fitting (e.g. use of male/female connections, asymmetrical
location features) and/or the machine parts shall be marked with
instructions for fitting.
17 Falling or ejected 17.1 Containment of processed materials and fluids Visual examination,
objects or fluids practical check
Guards shall be provided to retain or contain the foreseeable ejection of
processed material and metalworking fluid. Such guards shall be
designed in accordance with clause 8 of EN 953:1997. These may take
the form of a deflecting adjustable guard fixed to the spindle head to
direct processed material/metalworking fluid towards their collecting
area or by a fixed guard covering the whole area of ejection (see 7.2 f,
of clause 7).
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17 Falling or ejected 17.2 Ejection of parts - guard strength Calculation of the
objects or fluids appropriate material
Guards shall be provided to contain the energies of, or protect persons strength derived
from, the machine parts and/or components which can reasonably from the criteria
foreseeable be ejected (see annex A and 5.5 and 5.6 of EN 953:1997). outlined in annex A
or equivalent
Thicknesses of guard materials calculated from annex A may be means.
reduced, where maximum ejection energies are limited by incorporation
of systems which identify the tool to the NC system, enabling limitation
of spindle speed applied.
Where guards are fitted with viewing panels which are also intended to
contain ejected parts, special consideration shall be given to the
selection of materials and methods of fixing (Clause 5.5.2 EN
953:1997). Materials such as polycarbonate, which are liable to a
reduction in impact resistance over time (aging), due to contamination
(eg by lubricants, metalworking fluids, cleaning agents, solvents) and
abrasion, shall be provided with additional protection (e.g. sealed multi-
layer or laminated constructions) or additional thickness to counter this
harmful effect during the anticipated service life of the machine.
NOTE Annex A outlines a test procedure for the strength of materials

in relation to maximum spindle speeds, cutting tool diameters, insert
masses, and distances between cutting tools and guards.
17 Falling or ejected 17.3 Tool retention Practical test,

objects or fluids examination of the
For power operated spindle drawbars, the drawbar shall be designed to circuit diagrams
avoid risks from tool ejection if the power supply fails. The drawbar
mechanism shall be monitored so that a failure to achieve correct
registration or clamping of the retention knob on the tool shall inhibit the
spindle start control in all operating modes. Unclamping of the tool by
releasing of the drawbar shall be inhibited during spindle rotation.
18 Loss of stability/ 18.1 Machines shall be designed and constructed so that they are stable By observation and,
overturning of under foreseeable operating conditions, and without risks of overturning, where necessary,
machinery falling or unexpected movement. When the use of foundation bolting is measurement
one of the measures used to help prevent overturning, manufacturers during normal
shall specify the bolts and foundation requirements necessary (see also operation.
7.2 b, of clause 7).
19 Slip, trip and fall 19.1 General requirements Visual examination

of persons
Places of work and means of access on machines (such as stairs,
integral ladders, platforms and walkways) shall be designed to minimise
the likelihood of slips, trips, and falls by the provision of hand holds, foot
holds, and where necessary slip resistant surfaces. Warnings about
hazards and precautions shall be given in clause 7–Information for Use.
19.2 Contamination of floors Visual examination

and practical test
Where a fluid application system is provided, it shall be designed to involving the use of
prevent splash, spray and mist outside the machine enclosure. fluid.
Information for Use shall draw attention to the importance of preventing
fluid spillage onto the surrounding area and thus creating a slipping
hazard (see 7.2 f, of clause 7)
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19.3 High parts of the machine which must be accessible for Visual inspection
maintenance or trouble shooting
Where frequent access is required (i.e. at least once per shift), means of
access shall be provided (see group A for examples). If only occasional
access is required, one or both of the examples in B shall be provided.
A – permanent means of access (e.g. stairways, ladders see
prEN ISO14122-3:1999);
– fixed working platforms with fixed railings and toe boards
against falling hazards (see prEN ISO 14122-2:1999);
B – supports for safety belt;
– means to attach movable ladders.
6 Verification of safety requirements and/or protective measures

Safety requirements and/or protective measures implemented per clause 5 shall be verified using the
recommended procedures found in Table 2, column 3.
7 Information for use
7.1 General
Machine warning devices (e.g. audible and visual signals), markings (e.g. signs, symbols), and instructional
material (e.g. manuals for operation, maintenance) shall be in accordance with EN 292-2: 1991, clause 5.
7.2 Instruction handbook
In addition to the requirements of 7.1, each machine shall be accompanied by an instruction handbook
containing:
a) the name and address of the manufacturer/supplier;
b) any necessary information for safe installation of the machine and its guarding system (e.g. floor
conditions, services, anti-vibration mountings, guarding fitting);
c) instructions for how the initial test and examination of the machine and its guarding system are to be
carried out before first use and being placed into production;
d) instructions for periodic maintenance, test and examination of the machine, guards, protective devices
and other safety critical parts (e.g. spindle braking elements);
e) instructions for any test or examination necessary after change of component parts or addition of optional
equipment (both hardware and software) to the machine which can affect the safety functions;
f) instructions for safe operation, setting and maintenance including safe working practices and the training
necessary to achieve the required skill level of operators;
g) the intended application of the machine when mode 3 (see Table 2, 1.1.6.4) is provided;
h) instructions on control systems including circuit diagrams for electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems;
i) the noise levels determined by methods specified in 7.3;
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j) descriptions of possible failure modes and advice on detection and prevention by periodic maintenance
and correction;
k) the specification for any fluid to be used in lubrication, braking, or transmission system:
l) guidance on correct selection, preparation, application, and maintenance of metal working fluids and/or
lubricants;
m) provide guidance on the means for the release of persons trapped in the machine;
n) #information describing residual risks (e.g. conditions where noise levels are likely to exceed 80 dB (A),
hazards arising from sharp or hot tools/components);$
o) recommendations on additional protective measures (e.g. personal protective equipment);
p) information defining the limits for the maximum mass, moment of inertia, tilting moment, and spatial
envelope of tools for machines supplied with automatic tool magazine systems;
q) information defining the limits for the spatial envelope, maximum mass, position of the centre of gravity of
the workpiece and work holding fixture;
r) procedures to avoid errors of fitting during maintenance of the machine.
A check list should be provided for the points d), e), and f) and include drawings and diagrams.
7.3 Noise declaration
Noise measurement shall be made according to EN ISO 3746 or EN ISO 11202 as appropriate. Guidance for
noise emission measurement is given in annex D.
The declaration shall be made concerning the airborne noise emission (see annex A 1.7.4 f) of
EN 292-2:1991/A1:1995). The declaration and verification of noise emission values shall be according to
EN ISO 4871:1997, using the dual-number form of declaration. The declaration shall be accompanied by a
statement of the measuring method used and the conditions applied during the test and values for the
uncertainty K (see EN ISO 4871) as follows:
4 dB when using EN ISO 3746:1995,
2 dB when using EN ISO 3744:1995.
For example, for a sound power level LWA = 93 dB (measured value)
Uncertainty K = 4 dB for measurements made in accordance with EN ISO 3746:1995
If the accuracy of the declared emission values is to be verified, measurements shall be made using the same
method and the same operating conditions as those employed for the declaration.
The noise declaration shall be accompanied by the following statement:
"The figures quoted are emission levels and are not necessarily safe working levels. Whilst there is a
correlation between the emission and exposure levels, this cannot be used reliably to determine whether or
not further precautions are required. Factors that influence the actual level of exposure of the workforce
include characteristics of the work room, the other sources of noise, etc. i.e. the number of machines and
other adjacent processes. Also the permissible exposure level can vary from country to country. This
information, however, will enable the user of the machine to make a better evaluation of the hazard and risk."
#NOTE Information on noise emission should also be provided in the sales literature.$
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7.4 Marking
Each machine shall be marked in a distinct and permanent manner with:
a) #name and address of the manufacturer and, where applicable, business name and full address of the
authorised representative;$
b) mass of machine;
c) supply data for electrical and where applicable. hydraulic, and pneumatic systems (e.g. minimum
pneumatic pressure);
d) lifting points for transportation and installation purposes where applicable;
e) speed range where applicable;
f) #the designation of machinery and the designation of series or type.$
Guards, protective devices and other parts that are part of the machine but not fitted shall be marked with
identification data. Any other information needed for fitting shall be provided (see 7.2 b, of clause 7).
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Annex A
(normative)
Guards on machining centres - Impact test method
A.1 General
This annex defines tests for guards and guard materials used on machining centres in order to minimize risks
of ejection of parts from the work zone.
A.2 Test method
A.2.1 Primary remarks
This test method is based upon machines equipped with milling cutters driven up to the maximum velocity
given by following equation:
vc = B π n (m/s)
B = maximum tool diameter which can be mounted in the tool storage magazine [m]
-1
n = maximum spindle speed (s )
This test method may be used for horizontal and vertical machining centres.
The aim of this test is to simulate the hazard that occurs when broken tool parts are ejected. It shows the
resistance/strength of guards and/or guard materials to penetration by ejected parts and against parts of
guard assemblies being broken loose from the machine.
A.2.2 Test equipment
The test equipment is comprised of a projectile, a means to bring the projectile to the required impact speed
(e.g. a propulsion device, drop test rig) and a support for the test object.
A.2.2.1 Projectile
Shape, mass and dimensions of the projectile are given in Figure A.1.
Projectiles are made from steel with the following mechanical characteristics:
2
Ultimate tensile strength: Rm = 560 to 690 N/mm
2
Yield strength: R0,2 = 330 N/mm
Elongation at rupture: A = 20 %
Mass: m = 0,1 kg
NOTE Mass may be added to the rear of the projectile and the impact speed reduced accordingly to maintain the
impact energy for a drop test.
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Dimensions in millimetres
Ø 20
Ø5
1,3
41 (minimum length)
This end is the front
Figure A.1 — Test projectile
A.2.2.2 Speed measurement
The speed of the projectile shall be measured at a point as close to the point of impact as practicable.
A.2.2.3 Support of the test object
When testing the guard (or a sample of the guard material), the support shall be equivalent to the mounting on
the machine. For testing of guard materials, samples which are fixed on a frame with an inner opening of
450 mm x 450 mm shall be used. The frame shall be sufficiently rigid. The mounting of the sample shall be by
minimum friction clamping sufficient only to retain its position.
A.2.3 Test procedure
The projectile speed and other values shall be calculated as follows:
m vc 2
Jc = [J]
vc – maximum cutting speed [m/s] (see A.2.1). Theoretical impact energy: 2
m vm2
Jm = [J]
vm – measured impact speed [m/s]. Measured impact energy: 2
The theoretical energy and the measured energy should be at the same value.
The direction of impact of the projectile shall, as far as possible, be perpendicular to the surface of the test
object. The front end of the projectile shall be the surface to impact the test object. Targets for the projectile
shall be the weakest and most unfavourable areas on the material sample or on the guard, in particular for
vision panels, the centre of the panel.
A.3 Results
After the test, the damage found on the test piece is to be judged as follows:
A.3.1 Material damage
a) Buckling/bulging (permanent deformation without crack);
b) Incipient crack (visible only on the surface);
c) Through crack (crack visible from one surface to the other);
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d) Penetration (projectile penetration of the material);
A.3.2 Additional damage
a) Window that comes loose from its attachment;
b) Flying away of outer parts of the guards;
c) Guard door that comes loose from its mounting.
A.3.3 Judgment
The test is passed if there is no through crack or penetration of the test object and for guard doors if there is
no additional damage according to A.3.2.
A.4 Test report

The test report shall give following minimum information.
 Date and place of the test and name of the test body;
 Projectile mass, dimension, speed and impact energy;
 Machining centres manufacturer, type, maximum tool diameter mounted in tool chain, spindle taper,
power, maximum spindle speed;
 Design, material and dimensions of the test object;
 Clamping or fixing of the test object;
 Direction of shot, point of impact of the projectile;
 Test result.
A.5 Impact test results for sample materials tested (m = 0,1 kg)
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thickness Tensile Fracture speed Withstand energy

Material type strength elongation E [J]
d (mm) Rm[N/mm2] εB [%] Vc [m/s]
St 12.03 1,5 369 28 80 320

3,0 405 28 115 661
1,5+3,0* 369/405 28 150 1125
3,0+1,5* 405/369 28 140 980
AlMg3 5,0 242 18 120 720
4,0 85 361
6,0 100 500
Polycarbonate† 8,0 68 80 120 720
12,0 150 1125
2x6,0 170 1445
2x12,0 230 2645
Polymethyl– 12,0 74 4 25 31
metacrylate
* On the workzone side
† Test results are for new material with no allowance for aging
Information source – BIA, St. Augustin, GERMANY
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Annex B
(informative)
Equipment for impact test
B.1 Gun device

The gun device consists of a compressed air vessel with flanged gun barrel (see Figure B.1). The compressed
air can be released as an impulse by a special valve to accelerate the projectile towards the test object.
B.2 Running the equipment

The air is fed by an air compressor. The speed of the projectile is controlled by the pressure of the air and the
volume.
The projectile speed is measured near the muzzle of the gun barrel by a suitable velocimeter (e.g. by
proximity sensors or photocells).
f
c d e
g
h
Figure B.1 — Equipment for impact test
Key
1 Velocimeter
2 Gun-barrel
3 Projectile
4 Control panel
5 Test object
6 Compressed air-vessel
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Annex C
(informative)
Illustrative figures used as examples
1 Column with feed drive, Y – axis 6 Spindle head with main drive and feed 11 Tool magazine
drive, Z–axis
2 Cross slide with feed drive, X–axis 7 Guard 12 Central lubricating unit
3 Work table 8 Tool changer 13 Control panel
4 Pallet pool 9 Pneumatic unit 14 Electrical cabinet
5 Chip conveyer 10 Hydraulic unit
Figure C.1 — Machining centre with horizontal spindle and pallet pool
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Figure C.2 — Total view of the machining centre shown in Figure C.1
Key
1 Tool changer 7 Pneumatic unit 13 NC–rotary table
2 Tool magazine 8 Hydraulic unit 14 Pallet changer
3 Spindle head with horizontal spindle 9 Electric cabinet 15 Setting station
4 Column with feed drive, Y–axis 10 Main drive 16 Guard
5 Mist separator 11 Cross slide with feed drive, Z– 17 Chip conveyor
axis
6 Central lubricating unit 12 Bed with feed drive, X–axis 18 Cooler for the motor spindle
Figure C.3 — Machining centre with horizontal spindle and shuttle type tool changer
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Key
1 Setting station 6 Crosshead for transportation of the 10 Control panel
machine
2 Rotating window of pallet changer 7 Rear maintenance door (hydraulic, 11 Rotating view panel
pneumatic, central
3 Chip conveyer lubricating unit, motor cooler) 12 Sliding gate to work area
4 Vision panel of tool changer 8 Cabinet door 13 Front folding door
5 Vision panel of tool magazine 9 Maintenance door
Figure C.4 — Total view of the machining centre shown in Figure C.3
Figure C.5 — Machining centre with two separate work zones
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Figure C.6 — Large machining centre with perimeter safeguarding and two separate work zones
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Key
1 Access gates 7 Machine table

2 Travelling gantry 8 Covers over slideway
3 Telescopic steel covers 9 Swarf/chip deflector
4 Auxiliary pendant (mode 2 only) 10 Perimeter fence
5 Cutter 11 Auto tool changer
6 Operating station enclosed on three sides, travels with gantry 12 Warning signs
Figure C.7 — Example of large gantry type machining centre with perimeter safeguarding and operator
protection (see Table 2)
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Annex D
(normative)
Noise emission measurement
Operating conditions for noise measurement shall be:
 idle running at 80% of spindle maximum rotational speed;
 workpiece transfer operating (where applicable);
 tool changing and axes operating;
 swarf/chip conveyor running (if provided).
Mounting and operating conditions of the machine shall conform to the manufacturer's instructions and be
identical for the determination of emission sound pressure level at the work station and the sound power
levels.
Emission sound pressure level at the workstation shall be measured in accordance with EN ISO 11202: 1995
with the following modifications:
 The environmental indicator, K2A, or the local environmental factor, K3A, shall be equal to or less than
4 dB;
 The difference between the background emission sound pressure level and the workstation sound
pressure level shall be equal to or greater than 6 dB;
 The correction of the local environmental factor, K3A, shall be calculated in accordance with A.2 of
EN ISO 11204:1996 with the reference restricted to EN ISO 3746:1995 instead of the method given in
annex A of EN ISO 11202:1995, or in accordance with EN ISO 3744:1995 where one of these standards
has been used as the measuring method.
Sound power levels shall be measured in accordance with the enveloping surface measuring method shown
in EN ISO 3746:1995 with the following modifications:
 The environmental indicator, K2A, shall be equal to or less than 4 dB;
 The difference between the background sound pressure level and the machine sound pressure level at
each measuring point shall be equal to or greater than 6 dB. The correction formula for this difference
(see 8.2 of EN ISO 3746:1995) shall apply up to a difference of 10 dB;
 Only the parallelepiped measurement surface shall be used at 1,0 m from the reference surface;
 Where the distance from the machine to an auxiliary unit is less than 2,0 m, the auxiliary unit shall be
included in the reference box;
 The measuring time required in 7.5.3 of EN ISO 3746:1995 referring to 30 s shall be excluded;
 The accuracy of the test shall be greater than 3 dB;
The number of microphone positions shall conform to EN ISO 3746:1995.
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Alternatively, where the facilities exist and the measuring method applies to the machine type, emission sound
power levels may also be measured according to a method with higher precision (i.e. EN ISO 3744:1995
without the preceding modifications.
For determination of emission sound power levels by the sound intensity method, use EN ISO 9614–1:1995
(subject to agreement between the supplier and the purchaser).
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Annex ZA
(informative)
#Relationship between this European Standard and the Essential

Requirements of EU Directive 98/37/EC, amended by Directive 98/79/EC
and the European Free Trade Association to provide a means of conforming to Essential Requirements of the
New Approach Directive 98/37/EC on machinery, amended by Directive 98/79/EC.
Once this standard is cited in the Official Journal of the European Communities under that Directive and has
been implemented as a national standard in at least one Member State, compliance with the normative
clauses of this standard confers, within the limits of the scope of this standard, a presumption of conformity
with the relevant Essential Requirements of that Directive and associated EFTA regulations.
WARNING — Other requirements and other EU Directives may be applicable to the product(s) falling within
the scope of this standard.$
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Annex ZB
(informative)
#Relationship between this European Standard and the Essential

Requirements of EU Directive 2006/42/EC
and the European Free Trade Association to provide a means of conforming to Essential Requirements of the
New Approach Directive 2006/42/EC on machinery.
Once this standard is cited in the Official Journal of the European Communities under that Directive and has
been implemented as a national standard in at least one Member State, compliance with the normative
clauses of this standard confers, within the limits of the scope of this standard, a presumption of conformity
with the relevant Essential Requirements of that Directive and associated EFTA regulations.
WARNING — Other requirements and other EU Directives may be applicable to the product(s) falling within
the scope of this standard.$
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BRITISH STANDARD BS EN

This British Standard is the UK implementation of EN 12417:2001+A2:2009.

Amendments/corrigenda issued since publication

ISBN 978 0 580 61249 7

ICS 25.040.10 Supersedes EN 12417:2001

Machine tools - Safety - Machining centres

Machines-outils - Sécurité - Centres d'usinage Werkzeugmaschinen - Sicherheit - Bearbeitungszentren

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This document supersedes EN 12417:2001.

Annex A is normative. Annexes B to D and ZA #and ZB$ are informative.

EN 547:1996, Safety of machinery – Human body measurements –

EN 614, Safety of machinery - Ergonomic design principles –

prEN 1005:1998, Safety of machinery – Human physical performance –

EN 1037:1995, Safety of machinery – Prevention of unexpected start-up

EN 1050:1996, Safety of machinery - Principles for risk assessment

EN 1837:1999, Safety of machinery – Integral lighting of machines

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prEN 13478:1999, Safety of machinery – Fire prevention and protection

EN 50081–2:1993, Electromagnetic compatibility – Generic emission standard – Part 2: Industrial environment

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IEC 61496-2:1997, Safety of machinery - Electro-sensitive protective equipment – Part 2: Particular

ISO 2806:1994, Industrial automation systems – Numerical control of machines – Vocabulary

3 Terms and definitions

4 List of significant hazards

 the identification of the significant hazards associated with the machine.

• Description Example(s) of related Associated Related danger Clause 5

• Description Example(s) of related Associated Related danger Clause 5

• Description Example(s) of related Associated Related danger Clause 5

5 Safety requirements and/or protective measures

5.1 General requirements

5.2 Specific requirements

Hazards Safety requirement and/or protective measure Verification

1.1.1 Primary safeguards Visual inspection

The work zones of machining centres shall be safeguarded. The

1.1.2.1 General Visual inspection,

1.1.2.2 Enclosure Visual inspection

1.1.2.3 Alternatives to enclosures Visual inspection

1.1.3 Multiple work zones Visual inspection,

Unauthorised movement of the machine into an adjacent non-active

1.1.4 Guard Characteristics

1.1.4.1 Height and Position Measurements to

1.1.4.2 Containment Practical check

Guards shall be designed to contain and/or prevent exposure to

Hazards Safety requirement and/or protective measure Verification

1.1.4.3 Observation Visual inspection

Where routine observation of the machine operation is required, means

1.1.5.2 If opening of an interlocking movable guard exposes operators to Practical check

1.1.6 Modes of operation

1.1.6.1 General Visual inspection,

1.1.6.2 Mode 1 - Automatic cycle [automatic production] Practical check

The guards shall be closed and/or the protective devices be active to

1.1.6.3 Mode 2 - Setting

NOTE Assessment of tool or workpiece position, e.g. by touching the