Machine Guarding

This course explains the hazards of moving machine parts and the types of guards and safety devices used to protect operators from entanglement, crushing, cutting and impact injuries.

• Identify mechanical hazards and danger zones.
• Understand types of machine guards.
• Inspect guards and safety devices.
• Operate machines without bypassing safeguards.
• Report defective guards.

• Mechanical motions and hazards.
• Point of operation and pinch points.
• Fixed, interlocked and adjustable guards.
• Safety devices and emergency stops.
• Inspection and maintenance of guards.
• Lockout during maintenance.

• Machine operators.
• Maintenance technicians.
• Production supervisors.
• Safety officers.

Participants will receive an international certificate upon successful completion of the course.