DEFSTAN 40-15/1(1994) : 1994
Withdrawn
SAFETY CONDITIONS FOR MOBILE MECHANICAL HANDLING EQUIPMENT FOR USE IN HAZARDOUS AREAS
English
01-01-1994
11-02-2015
Preface
Section One - General
0 Introduction
1 Scope
2 WARNING
3 Responsibilities of Users
4 Other Standards
5 Related Documents
6 Definitions
7 Fuel, Fuelling, Charging and Garaging
8 Maintenance and Repairs
9 Speed and Load Limits
10 Fire Appliances and Precautions
11 Modifications
Section Two - General Requirement for Mechanical Handling
Equipment (MHE)
12 General
13 Identification
14 Internal-combustion Engines
15 Electrical Systems
16 Tyres and Drive Belts
17 Batteries and Battery Containers
Section Three - Special Requirements for Zone 0
18 General
Section Four - Special Requirements for Zone 1
19 General
20 Handling Components
21 Mechanical Components
22 Internal Combustion Engines
23 Electrical Equipment
Section Five - Special Requirements for Zone 2
24 General
25 Protection Methods
26 Gas Detection Systems
27 Continuous Working
28 Handling Components
29 Mechanical Components
30 Internal Combustion Engines
31 Electrical Equipment
Section Six - Tests
32 Type Tests for MHE Complying with Clause 26 of this
Standard
33 Routine Tests
34 Acceptance Tests
Section Seven - Exhaust/Inlet System Type Tests
35 Flame Emission Test
Contains guidance in MHE safety requirements and operation of MHE in hazardous areas where a presence of flammable gases and vapours may exist.
| DocumentType |
Miscellaneous Product
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| Pages |
30
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| PublisherName |
UK Ministry of Defence Standards
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| Status |
Withdrawn
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