Machinery-related injuries are, unfortunately, too common in the workplace. Particularly in agricultural, mining, manufacturing, and construction fields, there is a strong need for proper training for those working around machinery. OSHA has mandated Machine Guard Safety regulations for work sites operating with or near heavy machinery. By using our machine guarding training with your employees, you significantly reduce their chance of being injured on the job. This type of training will also likely result in lives saved.
The most common injuries reported around machinery are being caught in or compressed by equipment and crushed in collapsing materials. When it comes to machine guarding, you need to protect both the safety of those operating the machinery and those who are working in close proximity to the equipment. Although our courses offer the most thorough look at machine guarding training, the following articles offer valuable insights into machine safety and workplace safety in general.
When it comes to machinery accidents, there is a 90% chance that it was caused by human error rather than a machinery malfunction. Although there is little you can do to prevent malfunctions outside regular maintenance, there is a lot you can do to prevent human error around machinery. Regularly refreshing your employees’ safety knowledge with in-depth machinery safety training is the best way you can keep them safe. By investing in machinery safety training, you can significantly reduce the risk of accidents, injuries, and fatalities in your workplace, while simultaneously improving productivity and job output.