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Division 1.3

United Kingdom

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In selecting the most appropriate solutions, the manufacturer shall apply the principles set out below, in the following order:

  1. (a)

    eliminate or reduce risks as far as possible (inherently safe design and construction);

  2. (b)

    take the necessary protection measures in relation to risks that cannot be eliminated;

  3. (c)

    inform users of the residual risks due to any shortcomings of the protection measures adopted and indicate whether any particular precautions are required.