Safety1-2E 2015 Nordson CorporationIssued 10- 11Responsibilities of the Equipment OwnerEquipment owners are responsible for managing safety information, ensuringthat all instructions and regulatory requirements for use of the equipment aremet, and for qualifying all potential users.Safety InformationS Research and evaluate safety information from all applicable sources,including the owner-specific safety policy, best industry practices,governing regulations, material manufacturer's product information, andthis document.S Make safety information available to equipment users in accordance withgoverning regulations. Contact the authority having jurisdiction forinformation.S Maintain safety information, including the safety labels affixed to theequipment, in readable condition.Instructions, Requirements, and StandardsS Ensure that the equipment is used in accordance with the informationprovided in this document, governing codes and regulations, and bestindustry practices.S If applicable, receive approval from your facility's engineering or safetydepartment, or other similar function within your organization, beforeinstalling or operating the equipment for the first time.S Provide appropriate emergency and first aid equipment.S Conduct safety inspections to ensure required practices are beingfollowed.S Re-evaluate safety practices and procedures whenever changes aremade to the process or equipment.
