Work safety with usage of the machines - methodology of an evaluation of fulfilling the requirements of legal regulations

Purpose: The methodology for assessing compliance with legal requirements in machine plant purchased old and new (often imported from third countries) and used in Polish industry was presented. Application of the presented methodology may be one of the actions allowing verification compliance with legal requirements. Design/methodology/approach: The advanced methodology for assessing machinery compliance with legal requirements. Findings: On the basis of research and analyzes, non-compliance in the scope of minimum requirements was found. A proposal of solutions improving the safety of the analyzed machine plant was also presented. Research limitations/implications: Safety related to machine operation plays a key role for the EU economy. Therefore, the utilized machinery meeting legal requirements is an important element. The author, in carrying out machine compliance assessments, will present in subsequent studies research on safety areas for which the occurrence of non-compliance is most often identified. Practical implications: Application of the developed methodology may facilitate the implementation of works related to the assessment of machine safety. Social implications: The implementation of solutions focused on ensuring work safety is a manifestation of the involvement of the top management in shaping the OSH culture. Originality/value: The article presents a proposal for a methodology for assessing whether the machine plant used in industry meet with compliance to legal requirements. The presented methodology can be used by producers and employers.