ADVOKS GLOBAL · KENYA
Occupational Safety and Health Act
61. Construction and disposal of new machinery
Edition: 2022-12-31 · In force
61. Construction and disposal of new machinery
(1)Where any machine in a workplace is a machine intended to be driven by mechanical power—(a)every set-screw, bolt or key on any revolving shaft spindle, wheel or pinion shall be so sunk, encased or otherwise effectively guarded as to prevent danger; and(b)all spur and other toothed or friction gearing which does not require frequent adjustment while in motion shall be completely encased.(2)An importer, manufacturer, designer or supplier of machinery, plant, and equipment shall avail information concerning the correct installation, use, maintenance and disposal of the machinery, plant and equipment and provide information on any likely hazards and means to prevent or control them.(3)A person who sells or lets on hire, or as agent of the seller or hirer, causes or procures to be sold or let on hire, knowing it to be for use in a workplace in Kenya, any machine intended to be driven by mechanical power which does not comply with the requirements of this section commits an offence and shall on conviction be liable to a fine not exceeding two hundred thousand shillings.