j A 500 tonne hydraulic power press is used to blank out and

j) A 500 tonne hydraulic power press is used to blank out and form large metal body components for automobiles at a rate of 1 per minute. It requires 3 operators to handle the sheet steel blanks into and out of the machine for each pressing and dispose of the off-cut. You are the plant safety officer. Specify the equipment and systems you consider necessary in terms of safety for this operation. (3 marks)

The operator has to be responsible for the feeding or placing the stock on the bottom die, to watch that it is properly positioned, to activate the press cycle with pressure control switch, and removing the completed part.

So, safety precautions to be taken:

An emergency stop button must be available with an easy access to the operator and a main power disconnect switch is needed.
Power transmission components are generally located away from the operator but even then hydraulic pump/motor arrangements should be enclosed.
Work area should be kept clean to prevent slipping or falling like dangerous hazards

j A 500 tonne hydraulic power press is used to blank out and

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