Machine Safeguarding Principles

Name: Machine Safeguarding Principles
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Learn how to protect equipment and workers from hazards posed by machines in this free online health and safety course.

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In this free course, you will learn how to:

Recognise common hazards associated with machinery and the importance of identifying them
Describe the risk assessment process used to determine and evaluate the levels of risk posed by machinery
Explain the ‘hierarchy of control measures’ used to effectively reduce the risk levels of machinery hazards
Classify machinery safeguards according to their level of protection and effectiveness
Identify the various types of machine guards and their design requirements to ensure maximum safety
Discuss the types and functioning of interlocking devices to prevent contact with dangerous machine parts
Describe different types of presence-sensing devices and compare their advantages and limitations
Explain the types of protective devices for machines that are difficult to guard
Identify complementary protective devices to control residual risks and provide additional protection

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