Suitability of work equipment and CE marking

There are two groups of law that deal with the provision 

Under user law employers have to provide safe equipment of the correct type ensure that It Is correctly used and maintain It In a safe condition. When buying new equipment the user has to check that the equipment compiles with all the supply law that Is relevant. The user must check that the machine is safe before it is used. 

Most new equipment, Including machinery In particular, must have CE marking when purchased. CE marking Is a claim by the manufacturer that the equipment Is safe and that they have met relevant supply law. If this Is done properly manufacturers will have to do the following  

Before buying new equipment the buyer will need 

This can help to decide which equipment may be suitable, particularly if buying a standard piece of equipment off the shelf. 

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