The following notice has been issued by the Office for Product Safety and Standards.
Product
Machinery Automation Filling, Capping and Labeller Machines
Type
Machinery - Packaging Machinery
Brand
Machinery Automation Ltd
Country of origin
United Kingdom
Product description
Machines for filling, capping and labelling
Hazard
The products present a risk of electric shock because:
- They do not incorporate adequate protective earthing, meaning the machine frame and body could become live in the event of an electrical fault.
- Electrical cables are not properly secured or protected, increasing the likelihood of damage and the exposure of live electrical parts.
- On the capping machine, electrical wiring and control equipment are accessible via a large opening in the base of the machine, allowing access to live components.
- Electrical cables are not consistently colour coded, increasing the risk of unsafe work during maintenance or repair.
The products also presents a risk of serious entrapment injuries because:
- Although an enclosure with doors has been fitted to some machines, the doors are not electrically interlocked, which allows access to dangerous moving parts during operation.
The products do not meet the requirements of the Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008.
Corrective action
The products have been identified as unsafe in its current condition, and its continued use presents a risk of serious injury. The manufacturer has provided customers with information about the safety risks identified with the machines, and customers have been advised to contact the manufacturer regarding appropriate modifications.