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Which of the following is an exception to the general rule for safeguarding to prevent hazards during servicing and maintenance of machines?
Which of the following is an exception to the general rule for safeguarding to prevent hazards during servicing and maintenance of machines?
Which of the following is a type of machine safeguarding?
Which of the following is a type of machine safeguarding?
Which of the following is the definition of the point of operation?
Which of the following is the definition of the point of operation?
Which of the following is not a common type of hazardous mechanical motion?
Which of the following is not a common type of hazardous mechanical motion?
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Which of the following is a description of a pullback device?
Which of the following is a description of a pullback device?
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The following are all machine safeguarding requirements except:
The following are all machine safeguarding requirements except:
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Which of the following should employers prevent in order to ensure the safety and health of workers in regards to machine guarding?
Which of the following should employers prevent in order to ensure the safety and health of workers in regards to machine guarding?
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Which of the following types of machine guard is generally preferred because of its simplicity and durability?
Which of the following types of machine guard is generally preferred because of its simplicity and durability?
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Which of the following is a function of a safety device?
Which of the following is a function of a safety device?
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Any part of a machine which __________ while in operation can cause a hazard.
Any part of a machine which __________ while in operation can cause a hazard.
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Study Notes
Machine Guarding Key Concepts
- Exception to safeguarding rules includes all options provided.
- Feeding and ejection methods represent a type of machine safeguarding.
- Point of operation defines the area on a machine where work occurs.
Hazardous Mechanical Motion
- Common types of hazardous mechanical motion do not include shearing.
Safety Devices and Their Functions
- Pullback device: Features cables that connect to hands, allowing workers to access the point of operation when machinery is safe, and retracting them as the machinery operates.
- Safety devices encompass multiple functions to ensure worker protection.
Machine Safeguarding Requirements
- All requirements are aimed at preventing worker injury except for regulations about lubricating machines without removing safeguards.
Employer Responsibilities
- Employers must prevent employees from using machines without proper training, emphasizing the importance of safety.
Preferred Types of Machine Guards
- Fixed guards are favored due to their simplicity and durability in providing safety.
Hazard Identification
- Any moving part of a machine during operation poses a potential hazard.
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Test your knowledge of machine safeguarding principles with this OSHA Quiz. Covering essential concepts and definitions, this quiz helps reinforce safety practices in the workplace. Ideal for those studying occupational safety or seeking to improve their understanding of machine guarding methods.
