BS EN ISO 14120:2015 PDF Download

BS EN ISO 14120:2015 is a standard that provides general requirements for the design and construction of fixed and movable guards used for the safety of machinery. The standard outlines guidelines for the application, testing, and construction of these guards.

This standard is intended for a wide range of stakeholders including machine users, designers, builders, installers, and health and safety inspectors. It is important for these stakeholders to adhere to this standard as it aims to protect individuals from mechanical hazards that may arise from unintended access or ejected parts and substances. Additionally, guards can also provide protection against other hazards such as noise, fire, biological hazards, and radiation.

The updated version of the standard, which replaced BS EN 953 and ISO 14120:2002, includes several changes. These changes include aligning definitions with BS EN ISO 21200, updating figures showing examples of guards, amending requirements on the removal of guards, and introducing clauses on verification and validation. Furthermore, two informative annexes on test methods for projectile and impact tests have been added to the standard.