29 CFR 1910.212High Risk

Machine Guarding Compliance

Machine guarding protects workers from hazards created by point of operation, ingoing nip points, rotating parts, and flying chips and sparks. Amputations are among the most severe and disabling workplace injuries.

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The Stakes

Why Machine Guarding Compliance Matters

Annual Citations
1,862
Average Cost
$65K
Max Penalty
$156K

Compliance Checklist

Machine Guarding Requirements

Everything you need to meet OSHA standard 29 CFR 1910.212

Guards for all hazardous moving parts
Point of operation guarding
Power transmission apparatus guarding
Regular inspection and maintenance
Training on specific equipment hazards
Lockout/tagout during maintenance

Avoid These Mistakes

Most Common Machine Guarding Violations

#1

Missing or inadequate guards

Penalty: $15,625 - $156,259

#2

Removed or bypassed safety devices

Penalty: $15,625 - $156,259

#3

No point of operation guarding

Penalty: $15,625 - $156,259

#4

Inadequate maintenance of guards

Penalty: $15,625 - $156,259

#5

Lack of training documentation

Penalty: $15,625 - $156,259

Training Program

Machine Guarding Training Requirements

Training Schedule

Initial Training:
Before operating equipment
Refresher:
When procedures change
Duration:
1-3 hours per machine

Training Topics

  • Specific machine hazards
  • Guard types and purposes
  • Bypass prevention
  • Reporting defects

Documentation

Required Machine Guarding Programs

Machine Guarding Program
Equipment Inspection Schedule
Training Documentation
Incident Investigation

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Who Needs This

Industries Requiring Machine Guarding

ManufacturingWoodworkingMetal FabricationFood ProcessingPrinting

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