Machine Shop Safety Overview

Safety is non-negotiable. With rotating equipment, sharp tools, and high-energy operations, Certified Global ensures risk mitigation through world-class standards and actionable protocols.

🔧 Key Hazards in Machine Shops

  • Rotating equipment (lathes, mills, grinders) posing entanglement risks
  • Flying debris or particles during machining or grinding
  • Sharp cutting tools and pinch points
  • Electrical hazards from motors, wiring, and control panels
  • Slips and falls due to oil or coolant spills

🛠️ Training & Compliance

  • Operator Training: All users must complete machine-specific certification prior to use.
  • Lockout/Tagout (LOTO): Required during maintenance and repairs per OSHA 1910.147.
  • Tool Inspections: Daily pre-use checks for wear, damage, or misalignment.
  • Emergency Protocols: Clear signage for E-Stops, eyewash stations, and first aid kits.

🧪 Certified Global for Workshop Safety Standards

  • OSHA 29 CFR 1910 Subpart O — Machinery and Machine Guarding
  • ANSI B11 series — Safety of Machine Tools
  • NFPA 70E — Electrical Safety in the Workplace

🌟 Continuous Improvement

  • Monthly safety audits with corrective action tracking
  • Open suggestion system for hazard reporting and process improvements

Looking to implement OSHA-aligned protocols or upgrade your workshop safety?

Certified Global can help you assess, document, and deploy shop-specific safety systems and policies.

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