The Metal Cutting Guillotine Safe Operating Procedure (SOP) is a guide for businesses using metal-cutting guillotines. It gives clear, step-by-step instructions to help ensure safe operation while managing the associated risks.
It covers the hazards (noise, electricity, moving objects and sharp edges), the PPE to wear, precautions and operator training, the pre-operational inspection, maintenance under lockout/tagout, the work area, installation and the steps for operating the guillotine.
A hazard checklist for powered non-mobile plant, with Y, N and NA for each item, helps confirm every safety measure is in place before work starts.