Safety
Crushing Hazard
Crush points are created when two moving objects move towards each other or when one object moves
towards a stationary object. For example, the push block moving towards the splitting wedge.
To prevent being crushed or pinned, learn to recognize and avoid potentially dangerous situations.
Shear Hazard
Shear points are hazardous because of their cutting force and they often move so rapidly that they may not
be visible, so it is easy to forget they are there. For example, shear points are created when the edges of two
moving objects move close or across one another with enough speed or force to cut a soft material. Because
some shear points cannot be guarded, it is important to be aware of their potential hazard and stay alert during
operation.
Entanglement Hazard
Rotating shafts are the most common source of entanglement accidents, although any exposed machine part
that rotates can be a potential entanglement hazard. A cuff , sleeve, pant leg, long hair, or just a thread can
catch a rotating shaft and result in serious injury or death. Entanglement with a wrap point can pull you into the
machine, or clothing may become so tightly wrapped that you are crushed or suff ocated. In other cases, you
could be thrown off balance and fall into other machine parts. Even a perfectly round shaft can be hazardous
if there is enough pressure to hold clothing against the shaft. Hazards increase with shafts that are not round.
Ends of the shafts that protrude beyond bearings are also dangerous. Check all equipment for potential
entanglement points and be alert to their potential danger.
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