Laws and regulations apply to both new and old machines.
The safety of machines must be considered as soon as they are designed.
A risk assessment must be made at the design stage of machines for their entire service life
It must among other things include:
design
manufacturing
transport
installation
use
maintenance
cleaning
disposal
New machines must be CE marked and must be accompanied by a declaration of conformity, they must also be accompanied by Icelandic operating and safety instructions.
Old machines should be as safe as new ones.
Examples of machines:
Complex production lines
Forklifts
Drills
Chainsaws band saws
Various earth-moving equipment
Cranes and more
Workplace safety is best ensured through cooperation between employers and employees, for example when assessing the condition of machinery and equipment.
Service provider
Administration of Occupational Safety and Health