Whitewater Strategies, Inc. MACHINE GUARDS 1 There are two major types of hazards associated with moving machinery. False -- There are three major types of hazards: – Mechanical – Electrical – noise.

Whitewater Strategies, Inc. MACHINE GUARDS 2 Mechanical hazards are most often associated with the point of operation or the power train. True

Whitewater Strategies, Inc. MACHINE GUARDS 3 Fire is a related hazard to mechanical hazards. False -- Fire is an electrical-related hazard.

Whitewater Strategies, Inc. MACHINE GUARDS 4 Proper PPE can help to prevent hearing loss from noise hazards. True

Whitewater Strategies, Inc. MACHINE GUARDS 5 Although OSHA does not mandate machine guards, several types are common in most workplaces. False -- OSHA requires machine guards and other safety devices to protect workers from machinery in the workplace.

Whitewater Strategies, Inc. MACHINE GUARDS 6 Interlocking guards disengage the machine's power source if opened or removed. True

Whitewater Strategies, Inc. MACHINE GUARDS 7 Fixed guards are barriers that can be adjusted manually when necessary. False -- Fixed guards are fences, gates, and protective covers that act as barriers between the worker and the machine's moving parts. Adjustable guards are barriers that can be adjusted manually.

Whitewater Strategies, Inc. MACHINE GUARDS 8 Sensor devices alert workers by alarm when they are too close to a danger zone. False -- Sensor devices automatically stop a machine when a worker's body part enters the danger zone.

Whitewater Strategies, Inc. MACHINE GUARDS 9 Safety trip devices automatically stop a machine when someone moves too close to a machine's moving parts. True

Whitewater Strategies, Inc. MACHINE GUARDS 10 Machine guards and other safety devices must never be removed, disabled, or misused. True