{"id":634,"date":"2026-08-08T18:00:32","date_gmt":"2026-08-08T16:00:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dr-reinigingstechniek.eu\/training\/safety-general\/safety-guidelines\/"},"modified":"2026-10-31T20:44:05","modified_gmt":"2026-10-31T19:44:05","slug":"safety-guidelines","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.dr-reinigingstechniek.eu\/en\/training\/safety-general\/safety-guidelines\/","title":{"rendered":"Safety guidelines"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"BreadcrumbList\",\"itemListElement\":[{\"@type\":\"ListItem\",\"position\":1,\"name\":\"Home\",\"item\":\"https:\/\/dr-reinigingstechniek.eu\/\"},{\"@type\":\"ListItem\",\"position\":2,\"name\":\"Training\",\"item\":\"https:\/\/dr-reinigingstechniek.eu\/training\"},{\"@type\":\"ListItem\",\"position\":3,\"name\":\"Veiligheid & Algemeen\",\"item\":\"https:\/\/dr-reinigingstechniek.eu\/training\/veiligheid-algemeen\"},{\"@type\":\"ListItem\",\"position\":4,\"name\":\"Veiligheidsrichtlijnen\",\"item\":\"https:\/\/dr-reinigingstechniek.eu\/training\/veiligheid-algemeen\/veiligheidsrichtlijnen\"}]}<\/script>\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"Article\",\"headline\":\"Veiligheidsrichtlijnen\",\"description\":\"Praktische veiligheidsrichtlijnen voor operators, laadplaatsen, batterijen, reinigingsmiddelen en veilig werken in actieve bedrijfsomgevingen.\",\"image\":[\"https:\/\/www.dr-reinigingstechniek.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/nieuwe-veeg-en-schrobmachines-bedrijfshal.webp\",\"https:\/\/www.dr-reinigingstechniek.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/ride-on-schrobzuigmachine-gereviseerd.webp\",\"https:\/\/www.dr-reinigingstechniek.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/dr-sw90-veegrobot-magazijn.webp\",\"https:\/\/www.dr-reinigingstechniek.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/dr-werkplaats-revisie-schrobzuigmachine.webp\"],\"mainEntityOfPage\":\"https:\/\/dr-reinigingstechniek.eu\/training\/veiligheid-algemeen\/veiligheidsrichtlijnen\",\"inLanguage\":\"nl-BE\",\"author\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/dr-reinigingstechniek.eu\/#organization\"},\"publisher\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/dr-reinigingstechniek.eu\/#organization\"},\"about\":\"Veilig werken met professionele reinigingstechniek\"}<\/script>\n<div id=\"main-content\">\n<div id=\"guide-content\"><div class=\"product-breadcrumb-bar\"><nav class=\"shell product-breadcrumb\" aria-label=\"Breadcrumb\"><a href=\"\/en\/\">Home<\/a><span>\u203a<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dr-reinigingstechniek.eu\/en\/training\/\">Training<\/a><span>\u203a<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dr-reinigingstechniek.eu\/en\/training\/safety-general\/\">Safety &amp; General<\/a><span>\u203a<\/span><strong>Safety guidelines<\/strong><\/nav><\/div><article><header class=\"guide-article-header\"><div class=\"shell guide-article-header-inner\"><div class=\"eyebrow\"><span><\/span> Practical guide <!-- -->03<\/div><h1>Safety guidelines<\/h1><p>Practical safety guidelines for operators, charging areas, batteries, cleaning agents and safe working in active business environments.<\/p><div class=\"guide-article-meta\"><span>Public guide<\/span><span>Reading time: <!-- -->7 minutes<\/span><span>For operators and supervisors<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/header><div class=\"guide-article-body shell\"><section class=\"guide-content-section\" aria-labelledby=\"veiligheidsrichtlijnen-section-0\"><div class=\"guide-content-copy\"><span class=\"guide-section-number\">01<\/span><h2 id=\"veiligheidsrichtlijnen-section-0\">Prepare the work zone and operator<\/h2><p>Before starting, check where pedestrians, vehicles, doors, slopes and vulnerable objects are. Keep the work zone clear and use personal protective equipment appropriate to the task and environment.<\/p><ul><li><span aria-hidden=\"true\">\u2713<\/span>Remove loose objects and mark wet zones<\/li><li><span aria-hidden=\"true\">\u2713<\/span>Wear safety shoes and the prescribed workwear<\/li><li><span aria-hidden=\"true\">\u2713<\/span>Only let instructed operators use the machines<\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"guide-article-image\" style=\"background-image:url('https:\/\/www.dr-reinigingstechniek.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/nieuwe-veeg-en-schrobmachines-bedrijfshal.webp');background-position:70% center\" role=\"img\" aria-label=\"Operator checking the work zone before using professional cleaning technology\"><span>Step image <!-- -->1<\/span><\/div><\/section><section class=\"guide-content-section is-reversed\" aria-labelledby=\"veiligheidsrichtlijnen-section-1\"><div class=\"guide-content-copy\"><span class=\"guide-section-number\">02<\/span><h2 id=\"veiligheidsrichtlijnen-section-1\">Use batteries and charging areas safely<\/h2><p>Charge only in the designated, dry and ventilated charging area with the prescribed charger. Keep the zone free of ignition sources and never continue to use damaged cables, plugs or batteries.<\/p><ul><li><span aria-hidden=\"true\">\u2713<\/span>Switch the machine off and park it stably<\/li><li><span aria-hidden=\"true\">\u2713<\/span>Check cables, connectors and ventilation before charging<\/li><li><span aria-hidden=\"true\">\u2713<\/span>Isolate a leaking, deformed or unusually hot battery<\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"guide-article-image\" style=\"background-image:url('https:\/\/www.dr-reinigingstechniek.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/ride-on-schrobzuigmachine-gereviseerd.webp');background-position:center\" role=\"img\" aria-label=\"Safe charging area for batteries of professional cleaning machines and robots\"><span>Step image <!-- -->2<\/span><\/div><\/section><section class=\"guide-content-section\" aria-labelledby=\"veiligheidsrichtlijnen-section-2\"><div class=\"guide-content-copy\"><span class=\"guide-section-number\">03<\/span><h2 id=\"veiligheidsrichtlijnen-section-2\">Dose cleaning agents correctly<\/h2><p>Read the label and the safety data sheet before use. Never mix products without explicit instruction and store agents only in correctly labelled containers.<\/p><ul><li><span aria-hidden=\"true\">\u2713<\/span>Use gloves and eye protection where prescribed<\/li><li><span aria-hidden=\"true\">\u2713<\/span>Respect dosing, water temperature and material compatibility<\/li><li><span aria-hidden=\"true\">\u2713<\/span>Clean up spilled chemicals immediately according to the site procedure<\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"guide-article-image\" style=\"background-image:url('https:\/\/www.dr-reinigingstechniek.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/dr-sw90-veegrobot-magazijn.webp');background-position:50% center\" role=\"img\" aria-label=\"Safe dosing of professional cleaning agents\"><span>Step image <!-- -->3<\/span><\/div><\/section><section class=\"guide-content-section is-reversed\" aria-labelledby=\"veiligheidsrichtlijnen-section-3\"><div class=\"guide-content-copy\"><span class=\"guide-section-number\">04<\/span><h2 id=\"veiligheidsrichtlijnen-section-3\">Stop in the event of faults and incidents<\/h2><p>Stop immediately in the event of damage, leaks, smoke, unusual heat, strange noises or unpredictable behaviour. Switch the machine off safely, prevent further use and report the deviation to the supervisor.<\/p><ul><li><span aria-hidden=\"true\">\u2713<\/span>Never bypass safeguards, sensors or emergency stops<\/li><li><span aria-hidden=\"true\">\u2713<\/span>Cordon off the area while a risk remains<\/li><li><span aria-hidden=\"true\">\u2713<\/span>Only put the machine back into use after inspection and release<\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"guide-article-image\" style=\"background-image:url('https:\/\/www.dr-reinigingstechniek.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/dr-werkplaats-revisie-schrobzuigmachine.webp');background-position:58% center\" role=\"img\" aria-label=\"Professional cleaning machine being checked after a safety report\"><span>Step image <!-- -->4<\/span><\/div><\/section><\/div><\/article><section class=\"related-guides-section\" aria-labelledby=\"related-guides-title\"><div class=\"shell\"><div class=\"related-robot-heading\"><div><div class=\"eyebrow\"><span><\/span> Keep learning<\/div><h2 id=\"related-guides-title\">Related guides<\/h2><\/div><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dr-reinigingstechniek.eu\/en\/training\/safety-general\/\" class=\"text-link\">All guides for Safety &amp; General<!-- --> <span class=\"arrow arrow-short\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\u2192<\/span><\/a><\/div><div class=\"related-guide-grid\"><article class=\"related-guide-card\"><span>Guide <!-- -->01<\/span><h3>Basic operation of cleaning machines<\/h3><p>Start safely, choose the right programme and set the brush, water and suction functions correctly for your floor and soiling.<\/p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dr-reinigingstechniek.eu\/en\/training\/machines\/scrubber-dryers\/basic-operation-of-cleaning-machines\/\">View guide <span class=\"arrow arrow-short\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\u2192<\/span><\/a><\/article><article class=\"related-guide-card\"><span>Guide <!-- -->02<\/span><h3>Maintenance tips for a longer service life<\/h3><p>Daily checks, correct cleaning and timely replacement of wear parts help prevent downtime and unnecessary repairs.<\/p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dr-reinigingstechniek.eu\/en\/training\/machines\/sweepers\/maintenance-tips-longer-service-life\/\">View guide <span class=\"arrow arrow-short\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\u2192<\/span><\/a><\/article><article class=\"related-guide-card\"><span>Guide <!-- -->04<\/span><h3>Robot configuration \u2014 first use<\/h3><p>A clear first start: prepare the work zone, activate the robot, check the basic route and familiarise staff with autonomous cleaning.<\/p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dr-reinigingstechniek.eu\/en\/training\/robots\/microbots\/robot-configuration-first-use\/\">View guide <span class=\"arrow arrow-short\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\u2192<\/span><\/a><\/article><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"trust-strip\" aria-label=\"Our strengths\"><div class=\"shell trust-grid\"><div class=\"trust-item\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M12 22s8-4 8-10V5l-8-3-8 3v7c0 6 8 10 8 10Z\"><\/path><path d=\"m9 12 2 2 4-5\"><\/path><\/svg><div><strong>26 years of experience<\/strong><span>Family business with expertise<\/span><\/div><\/div><div class=\"trust-item\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M14.7 6.3a4 4 0 0 0-5-5l2.1 2.1-2.4 2.4-2.1-2.1a4 4 0 0 0 5 5L5 16l-2 4 4-2 7.7-7.7Z\"><\/path><\/svg><div><strong>Service in our own workshop<\/strong><span>Mechanics, electronics and R&amp;D<\/span><\/div><\/div><div class=\"trust-item\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"m21 8-9 5-9-5 9-5 9 5Z\"><\/path><path d=\"m3 8 9 5 9-5v9l-9 5-9-5V8Z\"><\/path><path d=\"M12 13v9\"><\/path><\/svg><div><strong>Available immediately<\/strong><span>New and refurbished machines in stock<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Home\u203aTraining\u203aSafety &amp; General\u203aSafety guidelines Practical guide 03 Safety guidelines Practical safety guidelines for operators, charging areas, batteries, cleaning agents and safe working in active business environments. 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