OSHA Machine Guarding Requirements 3

Question 1

Which of the following is NOT one of OSHA's recognized safeguarding methods?

Accepted Answer

Verbal warnings

Answer

Verbal warnings are not an accepted safeguarding method; guards, devices, and location are.

Question 2

A two-hand control device provides protection by requiring what from the operator?

Accepted Answer

Both hands on controls away from the danger zone during the cycle

Answer

Two-hand controls keep both of the operator's hands occupied and away from the point of operation.

Question 3

What is the minimum requirement for guarding a fan when the blades are less than 7 feet above the floor?

Accepted Answer

Openings no more than 1/2 inch

Answer

Fan guards within 7 feet of the floor must have openings of no more than 1/2 inch.

Question 4

An interlocked guard works by doing what when the guard is opened?

Accepted Answer

Automatically shutting off machine power

Answer

Interlocked guards cut power to the machine when opened, preventing operation with the guard removed.

Question 5

Which of these is an example of guarding by location?

Accepted Answer

Placing a hazard 8 feet above the walking surface out of reach

Answer

Guarding by location uses distance or height to keep the hazard beyond a person's reach.

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