Machine Guarding Audit & Execution

A Machine Guarding Audit is a safety assessment conducted to identify hazards associated with machinery and ensure compliance with OSHA safety standards. Machine guarding involves using physical barriers and safety devices to protect workers from moving parts, sharp edges, and rotating equipment.

What is a Machine Guarding Audit?

• A systematic review to identify machine-related hazards and recommend improvements.
• Ensures accountability for workplace safety.
• Confirms compliance with OSHA safety regulations.

What is Machine Guarding?

• The use of physical barriers, interlocks, and safety devices to prevent contact with dangerous machine parts.
• Protects workers from potential injuries caused by moving parts, sharp edges, or rotating equipment.
• Required by OSHA for any machinery that poses an injury risk.