Tag: Safety Codes
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Code A4 – Confined spaces (1997)
Definition is given of confined spaces (tanks, pits, pressure vessels, physics equipment, etc.). Attention is drawn to the dangers arising e.g. from toxic gases or vapours, to the marking (notices), the responsibilities for entry procedures in these spaces (issues of entry permit), the steps to be taken before or during work (isolation of installations), the…
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Code U1 – Procedure for the control of Basic Nuclear Materials on the CERN domain (1994)
This code aims at establishing regulations for the control of depleted uranium, deuterium, enriched lithium, thorium, etc., and applies to all activities concerning import, export, transfer and use of fissile materials by the Organization for purposes of scientific research. It determines the responsibilities of the BNM Controller and of other services (i.e. transport and distribution)…
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Code F (Rev) – Radiation Protection (2006)
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Code E – Fire protection (1995)
This code sets out the fire prevention and protection rules and procedures to be followed in order to ensure primarily the safety and well-being of anyone and to protect the property on CERN’s premises.
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Code C-1 – Electrical Safety Code (1990)
The aim of this code (based on the most recent IEC or CENELEC standards) is to establish regulations for the construction, installation and use of electrical equipment which guarantee the protection of personnel and property, and applies to all persons under the Director-General’s authority, including contractors and experimental groups, and to all electrical equipment and…