Checklist for Machine Guards

Checklist for Machine Guards

Machine Guards * Questions 1 – 4, 6, 7 and 9: A “No” answer calls for an entry under “Action required”.
* Questions 5 and 8: A “Yes” answer calls for an entry under “Action required”.

• Do workers know how to switch off the machine in case of emergency?
• Are ON/OFF and cut-off emergency switches clearly marked?
• Are all workers trained to use the machines safely prior to operation?
• Are robust, fixed guards attached to dangerous moving parts of machines?
• Are these machine guards and other protective devices regularly checked and maintained by a qualified person?
• Have any of the machine guards been removed or are any missing?
• Is the area around the machine clean, tidy and free from obstruction?
• Are supervisors informed if machines are not working properly?
• Do any workers have dangling chains, loose clothing, gloves, rings or long hair which could get caught in moving parts of machines?
• Are workers wearing appropriate PPE when working with such machines?

Safety instruction for fusing machine operator

• Do not touch inside of machine and heater plate due to high temperature.
• Be cautious of others while operating machine.
• Do not operate near combustibles.
• Do not place objects on machinery.
• Press emergency stop button if required to stop urgently.
• Shut off and lock main power source when not in use.

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