Description
The present document brings together useful information to enable a better implementation of the Machinery Directive 98/37/EC(1). This Directive is the compiled version of the four existing texts, relating to the original Directive and its three amendments(2). It is addressed to all parties who may be concerned by the Directive. This document is an updated version of the 1997 edition, prepared by the Commission services, based on information available in December 1998. It accepts no responsibilities for any inaccuracies or omissions which may occur in this document. In order to improve the following updates, any identified omissions or amendments should be forwarded to the address below. The information in this publication is subject to continuous modifications, and it has been decided to publish an update on an annual basis. It has also been decided only to publish it in English, to ensure prompt availability. Two sections are available in all official EU languages, and can be obtained by completing the request form on page 4. A further document related to this topic, entitled ‘Community Legislation on Machinery – Comments on Directive 98/37/EC’ is also available from the Office for Official Publications of the European Communities.