Machine Guarding Audit CRA_H&S_F_089 DRAFT

Prepared by

This audit must be signed, completed and returned to the Safety Department for filing.

Item

Compliance Achieved

Comments

No. of activities / facilities

A

NI

UA

N/A

observed:

1. Nip / crush points adequately guarded

2. Belts and chain drives guarded

3. Gears, sprockets, pulleys and flywheels guarded

4. Guards are firmly secured and not easily removable

5. All machine guards prevent body parts from making contact with moving parts

6. Safety devices and emergency stop switches installed and functional

7. Procedures established to ensure machine is shut down before guards are removed

8. Material or fluid ejection points protected

9. Electrical cords or connectors in good repair

10. Conveyor net protection over walkways and thoroughfares

11. Interlocking devices functional and are trip sequences effective

12. Is guard construction substantial, compatible?

13. Signage adequate and identifiable

14. Previous inspection faults corrected

15. Pre-start checks completed prior to shift start

16. Service manuals and other information available to identify operation and preventative maintenance requirements

17. Documented preventative maintenance schedules and repairs have been carried out (check maintenance records)

ITEM REQUIRED ACTIONS / ADDITIONAL COMMENTS

Name

Signature

Position Title

SUPERVISOR REVIEW / SIGN OFF

Name

Signature

Position Title

Date of Issue: 05/07/2024 - Version 1.1

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