Machine Guarding Checklist

Do machine guards prevent workers' fingers, hands, arms, and other body parts from making contact with moving parts?

Are guards firmly secured and not easily removable?

Do guards permit the safe operation of the machine and not create additional hazards?

Are machine controls and emergency stops within easy reach of the operator?

Is there a procedure established to ensure the machine is shut down before guards are removed?

Are point-of-operation guards provided and in place?

Are gears, sprockets, pulleys, and flywheels guarded?

Are belts and chain drives guarded?

Are exposed set screws, keyways, collars, and similar components guarded?

Are guards provided for any other hazardous moving part of the machine?

Are noise measurements taken when necessary?

Have chemical substances used in operation been evaluated?

Are electrical cords and connectors in good condition?

Is personal protective equipment (PPE) available when necessary?

Is the operator dressed safely for the job?

Have workers been trained in the recognition of machine hazards and the use of safeguards?

Has lockout/tagout training been provided where necessary?

Has electrical safety-related work practices training been provided where necessary?

Has PPE training been provided where necessary?