Machine Guarding

COURSE OVERVIEW

The Machine Guarding course educates learners about machine hazards in the workplace, emphasizing hand tools, power tools, and machinery components. It covers the significance of machine guarding, how to recognize hazards, safeguarding techniques, and protective measures.

The training highlights the use of machine guards, barriers, personal protective equipment, and safe practices.

An interactive simulation allows participants to inspect machinery in a virtual environment, identifying and addressing safety issues. This course ensures understanding and application of safety measures around machinery to prevent accidents.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

• Identify the main different types of machine guards;
• Identify types of hazards that can be mitigated with machine guarding;
• Identify unsafe machine guarding practices;
• Demonstrate an understanding of safe machine guarding and machine operation practices;
• Identify parts of machines that require guarding.

WHO SHOULD TAKE THIS COURSE?

All workers, All industries.

STANDARDS

OSHA Standard: 1926.300 & industry best practices.