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UTICO FZC

Safe Work Procedure


MANUAL BENDING ROLLS
DO NOT use this machine unless you have been instructed
in its safe use and operation and have been given permission

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT


Safety glasses must be worn at Long and loose hair must be Gloves must not be worn
all times in work areas. contained. when using this machine.

Sturdy footwear must be worn Close fitting/protective Rings and jewellery must not
at all times in work areas. clothing must be worn. be worn.

PRE-OPERATIONAL CHECKS
 Leave the work area in a safe, clean and tidy state.
 Locate and ensure you are familiar with all machine  Check the ID with respect to template and ensure all
operations and controls.
dimensions
 Ensure all guards are fitted, secure and functional. Do  Re roll the job if required
not operate if guards are missing or faulty.

 Working parts should be well lubricated and the rolls  Remove the top roller and take out rolled job.
free of rust and dirt.  Clean the machine and switch off the machine
 Check workspaces and walkways to ensure no slip/trip  Clean the roller after the usage for avoiding the
hazards are present. impression on the rolled plate.
 Be aware of other people in the area and ensure the
area is clear before using equipment. POTENTIAL HAZARDS AND INJURIES
 Ensure the oil or grease level-fill if required  Sharp edges and burrs.
 Proper understanding of the drawing dimensions like ID  Crush and pinch points.
of the shell ,Length ,Pre pinching allowances  Hair/clothing getting caught in moving machine parts.
 Operator’s hands may be caught and drawn into the
OPERATIONAL CHECKS counter-rotating rollers.

DON’T
 Switch On the machine 
 Adjust both ends of the rollers evenly.
Do not use faulty equipment. Immediately report
suspect machinery.


 Take care during the initial feeding of the workpiece into
Do not attempt to roll material beyond the capacity of
the machine.
the rolls.

 Hold the workpiece sufficiently far back from the edge
Do not attempt to bend rod or wire in bending rolls
unless the rolls are grooved for this purpose.
being fed into the rolls, to allow for the infeed speed of
the machine.

 Wind handle at a slow even rate. Be aware of rotating


rollers.

 Only one person may operate this machine at any one


time.

 Ensure the template for the job to be rolled


 Lay down the plate in to the roller with respect to
template and ensure all dimensions
 Check the ID with respect to template and ensure all
dimensions.

ENDING OPERATIONS AND CLEANING UP


 Ensure the handle is left in a safe position after use.

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