Machine Guarding Safety Checklist

*Where fixed guards are provided, are they of substantial construction and secured into position while machinery is in operation?

*Where interlocking guards are provided, can they prevent operation of the machinery when open, and are the guards prevented from opening while the machinery is in operation?

*Where a presence sensing system is used, does it operate as intended and stop the machinery when the light beams or sensors are interrupted?

*Do guards protect against hazards to the rear and sides of machinery?

*It is practicable to provide a higher level of guarding than already provided?

*Are pre-operational checks conducted to ensure safety features are in working order?

*Where a presence sensing system is used, is a safe system of work documented and a clearly identified warning provided when the guard is muted?

*Where a presence sensing system is used, are inspection and maintenance records maintained?

*Are appropriate isolation procedures provided for maintenance?

*Where setting, testing and start up of machinery is required with the final means of safeguarding removed, are interim safeguards provided?

*Where fixed physical guards are provided, is adequate provision made for cleaning, maintenance, adjustment and repair?

*Where it is not practicable to guard machinery, and persons are required to operate or pass in close proximity to dangerous moving parts, is a safe system of work in place to reduce the risks as far as practicable?

*Are operators and maintenance personnel properly trained, familiar with the operation and set up of machinery and able to demonstrate safety features?

*Are manufacturers’ manuals readily available and understood by operators?

*Are machine controls protected to prevent unintentional operation, adequately marked as to their function and within easy reach of the operator

*Are manufacturers’ manuals readily available and understood by operators?

*Are machine controls protected to prevent unintentional operation, adequately marked as to their function and within easy reach of the operator?

*Are manufacturers’ decals and warning signs clearly visible and in English?

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