Safety aspects of feed processing
Safety of the man and machine in a feed mill is very important to avoid the accidents. Some basic aspects of a good safety programme are as follows:
• Maintenance of machine should be carried out at regular intervals.
• All equipments must be locked before cleaning, adjusting or repairing.
• Never take samples from moving equipment
• Workers should have arrangements for head protection.
• Good housekeeping should be maintained.
• Leaks in steam supply should be checked at regular intervals and the defect, if any, should be repaired immediately.
• All equipments should have safety guards.
• Never open doors or covering to equipment, while it is in operation.
• Proper tools should be kept ready while changing dies or performing maintenance of equipment.