Preparing the published article.
Start-up and Restart Rules After a Stop
The first minute after a stop is when people are most exposed.
Rules worth formalising
| Situation | Requirement |
|---|---|
| After any stop | Visual check before reset |
| After an entry | Confirm people clear and guards restored |
| After a fault | Understand the cause before clearing |
| After a jam | Use the defined clearing procedure |
| After maintenance | Follow the restart checklist and sign it |
Why this matters
- Most serious incidents involve an unexpected start-up.
- Reset buttons should require a deliberate action at the machine.
- Restart authority should be defined, not assumed.
Restart procedures must satisfy local requirements and the machine risk assessment.