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identified and the appropriate controls implemented. This may mean the provision of a lubricating and/or cooling fluid system to ensure that the cutting process does not generate excess friction or heat.

The competent person's assessment should:
    * include all aspects of the proposed task
    * outline the reasons a purpose-designed item of plant cannot be used for the proposed task, such as the impracticability of using it or additional risks that using purpose-designed plant would generate
    * take into account the recommendations of the designer, manufacturer or supplier of the plant and ensure the proposed use is not outside its capabilities
    * identify differences between the item of plant and one that is purpose-designed for the task, and describe measures used to control the risks that such plant is designed to control, and
    * amend any relevant documentation, for example, operator and maintenance manuals and signage.

If a competent person decides that the plant is not suitable for the proposed task, it must not be used for that task

Making alterations to plant
Prior to making any alterations to plant you should consult with the designer and manufacturer to ensure all relevant safety issues have been considered. Any alterations you make to the plant will result in you assuming the obligations of a designer or manufacturer.

If the original designer or manufacturer cannot be contacted (for older plant or imported plant), the alterations should be carried out by a competent person in accordance with the relevant technical standards. See Appendix C for examples of published technical standards.

In the case of plant that requires design registration, the altered design must be registered if the alteration to the design may affect health and safety.

Plant should be isolated from power sources and be unable to be switched on or activated accidentally before alterations begin or while alterations are being carried out.

Before returning altered plant to service you should:
    * have control measures in place to eliminate or, where that is not reasonably practicable, minimise any risks created by the alteration including providing information and training for users and supervisors about the changes, and
    * inspect and test the plant, having regard to the altered design specifications and relevant technical standards.

3.6 Inspecting plant
Regulation 213: A person with management or control of plant at a workplace must ensure that maintenance, inspection, and if necessary testing, of plant is carried out by a competent person in accordance with manufacturer's recommendations, or if those aren't available, in accordance with recommendations of a competent person. If it is not reasonably practicable to comply with the manufacturer's recommendations or the recommendations of a competent person, the inspection and testing must occur annually.
The inspection