Most modern factories have a wide variety of industrial machines operating on the factory floor. Unfortunately, many of these machines come with risks involved. Potential hazards include moving parts, sharp edges, excessive heat, presses, clamps, and so much more. It is very easy for accidents to occur, and some common accidents include cuts, puncture wounds, burns, and even broken limbs.
As a factory owner, it is your responsibility to assess the risks involved with your machinery and aim to reduce these risks as much as possible by adding warning signs, training your staff properly and investing in safety equipment.
What Are Some Types Of Safety Equipment That Can be Installed?
Installing machine safety equipment is one of the most effective ways to reduce risk. Some equipment that you can look into includes:
- Safety door and interlock switches
- Emergency stop buttons
- Foot switches
- Non-contact switches
- Machine safety fences
- Safety relays
- Grab wire fences
- Safety light barriers
- Two hand switches
- Machine pressure mats
- Safety signs
The types of equipment you have and the equipment set up will determine which types of machine safety equipment will be most effective.
Abiding By Machine Safety Standards
In addition to reducing the risk of physical harm to your employees, investing in machine safety equipment also assists in helping you meet international machine safety standards and ensures that your factory is compliant.
Machine Safety Tips
- Make sure to read the entire operating manual very carefully and abide by all instructions that have been given.
- Those working with industrial machinery should always wear appropriate personal protective equipment such as goggles, gloves, etc.
- Only those who have received detailed training should operate any type of machinery.
- Perform a risk assessment to become aware of any potential hazards.
- Any loose hair should be tied back, and jewellery should be removed when working with machinery.
- Remove any slipping or tripping hazards on the factory floor.
- Devise an emergency plan and ensure that all employees are aware of this plan and what their roles are.
- Invest in regular machine maintenance
Do the machines at your factory meet safety compliance? Here at EMS Electrical Services, we specialise in machine safety equipment and can upgrade your machines to reach safety compliance by installing new safety equipment. In addition, we can also offer safety inspections and reports. Please get in touch with us today should you be interested in our services.
