What is this standard about?
We know from research that people continue to be seriously injured and even killed by hazardous energy connected with the operation and maintenance of all different types of machine. Yet until now no industry guidance has been available. This standard therefore sets out detailed requirements on how to control hazardous energy while work is carried out on machines, making their use and maintenance safer.
Who is this standard for?
Any organization using machines. Users will include:
- Machine manufacturers
- System integrators
- Control system component manufacturers
- Machinery users and maintainers
- Notified Bodies
- Consultants
- Regulators
Why should you use this standard?
BS 14100 provides practical guidance and advice on the isolation and control of hazardous energies at machinery. It covers all types of hazard, but sets out more detailed requirements in relation to mechanical and electrical hazards (i.e. moving parts, or parts that could move).
This standard:
- Identifies the key stages of process isolation
- Covers how to create a Hazardous Energy Control (HEC) procedure
- Identifies the means for isolating, containing, dissipating or restraining various forms of hazardous energy
- Provides examples of typical devices used for various types of HEC
- Details the considerations which apply to switching off versus secure isolation
- Covers securing and verifying HEC
- Provides examples of individual/team lockout and contractor lockout showing typical considerations and the approach used
- Outlines the level of competence required to undertake HEC procedures safely
NOTE 1: Detailed requirements for other hazards are set out in standards such as BS EN ISO 4413 and BS EN ISO 4414.
NOTE 2: This standard doesn’t apply to transportable or portable work equipment (including powered hand tools), although the basic principles can often be applied. However, fixed equipment such as motors and pumps fed via a plug and socket outlet are included. Material handling vehicles (e.g. forklifts, pallet trucks) and road vehicles are also out of scope.