About Lesson
In this video, we’ll be diving into Element 9.3 Machinery Hazards – Controls
Control measures for machinery
• The basic principles of operation, advantages and limitations of the following control methods:
> guards: fixed, interlocking and adjustable/self-adjusting
> protective devices: two-hand, hold-to-run, sensitive protective equipment (trip devices), emergency stop
controls
> jigs, holders, push-sticks
> information, instruction, training and supervision
> personal protective equipment
• Use of the above control methods for the range of equipment listed in 9.3
• Basic requirements for guards and safety devices:
> compatibility with process
> adequate strength, maintained
> allow for maintenance without removal
> do not increase risk or restrict view
> are not easily bypassed.
