1.1 This European standard specifies the safety and hygiene requirements for the design and manufacture of beam mixers.Beam mixers are used in the catering industry for the preparation of mixture or emulsion, directly in the cooking pan, such as for: puree, mayonnaise, sauces, soups, compotes.This European Standard deals with the hazards which can arise during commissioning, operation, cleaning, removal of food blockages, feeding, changing the tools, maintenance and decommissioning of the machine.1.2 This European standard does not apply to:- domestic machines;- portable hand-held blenders and whisks which are covered by a specific standard (see EN 12853).1