Regardless of the source of safeguards, the guards and devices used need to be compatible with a machine's operation and designed to ensure safe operator use. The type of operation, size, and shape of stock, method of feeding, physical layout of the work area, and production requirements all affect the selection of safeguards. Also, safeguards should be designed with the machine operator in mind, as a guarding method that interferes with the operation of the machine may cause employees to override them. To ensure effective and safe operator use, guards and devices should suit the operation. Performance Criteria for Safeguarding The Performance Criteria for Safeguarding (ANSI B11.19-2003) national consensus standard provides valuable guidance as the standard addresses the design, construction, installation, operation, and maintenance of the safeguarding used to protect employees from machine hazards.
Regardless of the source of safeguards, the guards and devices used need to be compatible with a machine's operation and designed to ensure safe operator use. The type of operation, size, and shape of stock, method of feeding, physical layout of the work area, and production requirements all affect the selection of safeguards. Also, safeguards should be designed with the machine operator in mind, as a guarding method that interferes with the operation of the machine may cause employees to override them. To ensure effective and safe operator use, guards and devices should suit the operation.
Performance Criteria for Safeguarding The Performance Criteria for Safeguarding (ANSI B11.19-2003) national consensus standard provides valuable guidance as the standard addresses the design, construction, installation, operation, and maintenance of the safeguarding used to protect employees from machine hazards.
This course will help you become familiar with a wide variety of common machinery and the associated hazards of the machinery, along with related safety standards and appropriate guarding methods, including protection against hazardous energy sources (lockout/tagout). Participants will learn to apply hazard recognition concepts on a site inspection using a process of identifying and evaluating the machinery and machine guarding hazards; researching the related standards; and exploring hazard abatement options.
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