Title:  Machine Guarding  Instructor Joe Ornelas

 COURSE DESCRIPTION: 

Machine guarding class is designed to give attendees a better understanding of machine guarding concepts & principles.  Guarding requirements for various types of machines found in the workplace. Requirements as defined in CFR 1910 regulations will be covered dealing with Woodworking, metal fabrication, grinding, and other machine found in today workplaces.

 COURSE OUTCOMES

As a result of successfully completing this course, the student will be able to: 

• Describe the various types of Guards.
• Explain the purpose of a guard.
• Describe what constitutes an adequate guard.
• Define “Point of Operation”
• Identify various guarding materials or components
• Define terms such a; Exposure, hazard, severity and probability.
• Describe the purpose and function of an “ interlock device”

 TOPICS

The following topics will be included to meet course outcomes: 

• Machine guarding basics
• Hazard Motions
• Point of Operation
• Effectiveness of guards implemented
• Severity of injury
• Inspection requirements