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Point of operation safeguard requirements for mechanical power presses apply in all these situations except
Belt driven machinery whose runs or horizontal belts are seven feet or less from the floor or working surfaces must have guards that are _____ inches above the belt
fifteen
To prevent jamming, the distance between work rest and grinder wheel should not exceed?
⅛
Machinery with rotating or reciprocating parts that are within seven feet of the floor or working platform requires what additional equipment?
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What is the key element of any safeguarding system?
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Which one of these machines does not typically need safeguards installed to prevent cutting hazards?
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Installed physical safeguards must meet all these minimum requirements except
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Machines that use abrasive wheels must have safety guards protecting all these parts except
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By what date must an employer report an injury sustained by Willard to OSHA or the state agency if it occurred on July 31st?
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Installed mechanical safeguards are required around all these machines except
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Study Notes
Machine Guarding Safety Flashcards Notes
- Point of operation safeguard requirements for mechanical power presses do not apply when the opening is ¼ inch or less.
- Belt driven machinery with horizontal belts within seven feet of the ground must have guards at least fifteen inches above the belt.
- To prevent jamming when using grinders, the distance between the work rest and grinder wheel should not exceed ⅛ inch.
- Machinery with rotating or reciprocating parts located within seven feet of the floor or working platform requires effective guards.
- Specific and detailed training is the key element of any safeguarding system to ensure safety.
- Exhaust machines typically do not require safeguards installed to prevent cutting hazards.
- Installed physical safeguards must not allow automatic startup after power failures, which is a minimum requirement.
- Machines using abrasive wheels must have safety guards protecting most parts, but adjustable tongues do not require guarding.
- Employers are required to report severe point of operation injuries to OSHA or the state agency within a timeframe of 30 days from the date of injury, e.g., a report for an injury on July 31st must be made by August 30th.
- Mechanical safeguards are not required around the trajectory zone of machines.
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Test your knowledge on OSHA machine guarding safety regulations with these flashcards. Covering critical definitions and requirements, this quiz is ideal for those familiarizing themselves with workplace safety standards. Improve your understanding of machine safety to ensure compliance and enhance safety in your work environment.
