Actions
Shearing
Shearing action involves applying power to a slide or knife in order to trim or shear metal or other materials. A hazard occurs at the point of operation where stock is inserted, held, and withdrawn.
Types of power shear machines used for shearing operations include:
- mechanical
- hydraulical
- pneumatical powered shears
Bending
Bending action results when power is applied to a slide in order to draw or stamp metal or other materials. A hazard occurs at the point of operation where stock is inserted, held, and withdrawn.
Equipment that uses bending action includes:
- power presses
- press brakes
- tubing benders
Both shearing and bending actions create a hazard at the point of operation where the stock is inserted, held, or withdrawn. Employers should take extra care when evaluating these actions and implement controls to prevent injuries.
Bending Action
Shearing Action
Knowledge Check Choose the best answer for the question.
1-6. In both _______ and ______ actions, a hazard occurs at the point of operation where stock is inserted, held, and withdrawn.
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