FACTS
- Pinch-Point Entrapment: Areas where two parts move together—gears, rollers, chains, pulleys—can trap fingers, hands, or clothing in seconds.
- Shear and Cutting Zones: Moving blades, shears, and augers can slice or amputate rapidly when guards are removed or workers reach into operating equipment.
- In-Running Nip Hazards: Rotating shafts and belt drives can pull in gloves, jewelry, sleeves, or hair before workers have time to react.
- Unexpected Machine Start-Up: Equipment restarting after jams, maintenance, or power interruptions can instantly catch workers who are still inside the danger zone.
- Guarding Gaps: Missing, loose, or bypassed machine guards expose moving parts and allow […]
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