BS 4163:2014 PDF

What is BS 4163 about?

BS 4163 is a code of practice that provides recommendations and guidance for persons responsible for planning services, equipment, and machinery and for persons who might use these in design and technology facilities in all types of educational establishments. Design and technology facilities include all teaching areas and preparation areas where materials are manipulated and processed, equipment is used and design and/or manufacturing takes place (e.g., food, catering, textiles, graphics, electronics, technology, craft, engineering, manufacturing, woodworking of all types, vocational workshops, motor vehicle workshops and computer areas). BS 4163 covers the supply and safe use of equipment, machine tools and materials and chemicals, personal protection, and safety management, with reference to the hazards involved.