Manufacturing
Each year, thousands of workers are killed or seriously injured by exposure to unguarded or inadequately guarded machines. Learn how you can prevent amputations and other life-altering injuries.
Oregon OSHA
Visit the Oregon OSHA website to learn more about machine guarding and other manufacturing safety topics.
- Machine safeguarding at the point of operation
A guide for finding solutions to machine hazards
Resources
Machine guarding eTool (OSHA)
This interactive training tool focuses on recognizing and controlling common amputation hazards associated with certain types of equipment.
Fact sheet | Amputations (OSHA)
What are the most hazardous machines and what can employers do to protect workers?
Safeguarding machinery and equipment (WorkSafeBC)
Learn how to assess the risks from harmful contact with machinery and equipment and evaluate safeguarding solutions that satisfy the competing needs of safety, production, and quality assurance.