Machine Guarding
Augers and Conveyors
Cuttings augers and conveyors present unique guarding challenges to protect employees from these powerful machines. Gratings and guards for this type of equipment should be securely fastened. Inspection hatches and cleanouts should be secured and lockout procedures should apply to any service or inspections that require removal or opening of hatches or guards.
Belt Guards
Inspect all belt guards to ensure that they are installed properly and that all bolts and braces are in place and tight. Make sure that there are no worn spots on the guard that would indicate rubbing or chaffing by moving equipment. If guards make noise or if it shows signs of movement, the machine should be shut down and the guard must be repaired immediately.
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2-10. What should the inspector do if, during an inspection of machine guards, a defective guard is discovered?
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