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Health, Safety & Environmental Bulletin No 401

13 March 2014

Falling Side Panel

Please see enclosed a self-explanatory bulletin that was shared with us by ABB.

This incident shows the importance of always wearing gloves even if the immediate task does not
appear to necessitate them. We regularly have to remove panels, including pump panels, fascia panels,
or MID panels, there is always the possibility of something unexpected being behind the panel, or the
removal of the panel causing unintended movement of adjacent objects.

Always carry out a LMRA and try to identify anything that may be dislodged or become unstable
before removing panels. Keep your hands out of the line of fire in case something hidden does fall out,
and ensure the work area is suitably isolated to ensure if an item does fall to the ground, it will remain
inside the secure area.

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Ultimately, your safety is in your hands – but we will do all we can to keep you well informed!