Machine guarding is a fundamental safety measure that is often overlooked and improperly implemented, compromising the well-being of workers and leaving organizations vulnerable to potential incidents ...

A common mistake employers make is assuming new equipment for their facilities will have necessary machine guarding that meets OSHA requirements. Prevention of employee injuries should be a primary ...

In this episode, Editor Sydny Shepard takes a deep dive into one of OSHA's most frequently cited standards: Machinery and Machine Guarding, General Requirements. If you take a look at OSHA’s news ...

According to the National Safety Council (NSC) Injury Facts report, the U.S. suffers more than 100,000 preventable workplace injuries annually. These injuries are defined as “a cut, fracture, sprain, ...

Machine guard designers are drawn to fixed guards because of their relatively simple design, installation principles and low cost. But fixed guards have their limitations. First and foremost among ...