Machine Guarding Essentials: Protecting Points of Operation
For the many hazards that come with operating machinery in the workplace, it is important that employees and operators are as careful as possible and utilize machine guards. With that being said, it is advantageous to have multiple means of protection. While various types of machine guards work to keep employees from getting near point […]
Use Machine Guards
Machine guards are designed to protect you when working with dangerous equipment. Unfortunately, many workers also view them as an inconvenience or an obstacle to the task at hand. Regardless, guards are there for your protection, and using them properly is a safety requirement. Protecting Against Hazards Specifically, machine guards are used to protect against: […]
Machine Guards Keep You Safe
Machine guards are made to protect you when working with dangerous equipment on the manufacturing floor. Unfortunately, many workers also view them as an inconvenience or an obstacle to the task at hand. Regardless, guards are for your protection, and using them properly is a safety requirement. This flyer provides more information on machine guards. […]
Guarding Considerations: Power Transmission Apparatus
A power transmission apparatus refers to the mechanical components of a machine that transmit energy to the part of the tool performing the work. These components are vital for the smooth operation of a machine and can include flywheels, couplings, belts, pulleys, spindles, cranks, chains, shafts, and gears. Because these components are designed to drive […]
Manufacturing Safety Matters: Machine Guarding — Point of Operation Safety Devices
Provided by: Three Sixty Safety Machine Guarding —Point of Operation Safety Devices For the many hazards that come with operating machinery in the workplace, it is important that employees and operators are as careful as possible. With that being said, it is advantageous to have multiple means of protection. While various types of guards work […]
