Advanced Machine Guarding - Taking it to the Next Level [345]
Date: Wednesday, March 9, 2016
Time: 2:45 PM - 3:45 PM

Speakers:
   Roger Harrison, Director of Training, Rockford Systems LLC

Track: Industrial Safety
Session Type: Educational Session
Skill Level: Intermediate

Description:

Machinery is essential for the successful operation of most manufacturing businesses. However, machines can have a variety of hazards that if not guarded, properly controlled, or locked out, can cause serious injury. This session enables employers to take a more in-depth look at the necessary precautions to allow employees to operate equipment safely. These machine-safeguarding concepts covered apply to many types of machines, equipment and associated hazards.



Learning Objectives:
1. Explain the importance of machinery assessments; 2. Recognize an unguarded machine and appropriate guards, devices and methods to reduce operating risks; 3. Identify the machines covered by an Occupational Safety and Health Administration regulation or American National Standards Institute B11 Safety Standard; and 4. Recall requirements from National Fire Protection Association 79-2015 including disconnects, motor starters with dropout protection, emergency-stops and voltage reduction.

CEU Hours:  
  IACET: 0.1
  HRCI: 1
  BWC Discount Programs: 1

File & Handouts:
345 Machine Safeguarding Overview







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