Manufacturing Machine Guarding Inspection Checklist

Comprehensive machine guarding inspection checklist for manufacturing equipment.

  • Industry: Manufacturing
  • Frequency: Monthly/Quarterly
  • Estimated Time: 20-30 minutes
  • Role: Safety Personnel/Maintenance
  • Total Items: 21
  • Compliance: OSHA 1910.212, ANSI B11, ISO 12100

Point of Operation

POO guards

  • Point of operation adequately guarded?
  • Guards securely attached?

Power Transmission

Rotating parts

  • Belts and pulleys guarded?
  • Gears and sprockets guarded?
  • Rotating shafts guarded?

Safety Devices

Interlocks/sensors

  • Guard interlocks functioning?
  • Light curtains functioning (if equipped)?
  • Emergency stop accessible and working?

Machine Guarding

OSHA 1910 Subpart O

  • Machine guards in place?
  • E-stop buttons tested?
  • Safety interlocks functional?
  • Light curtains operational?

Chemical Safety

OSHA 1910.1200 HazCom

  • SDS sheets available?
  • Containers labeled?
  • Secondary containment?

Ergonomics

Ergonomic assessment

  • Workstation heights OK?
  • Lifting aids available?
  • Anti-fatigue mats present?

Quality Control

Product quality

  • Tools calibrated?
  • Defect rate acceptable?
  • First article approved?

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Why Use This Manufacturing Machine Guarding Inspection Checklist?

This manufacturing machine guarding inspection checklist helps manufacturing teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for safety personnel/maintenance professionals, this checklist covers 21 critical inspection points across 7 sections. Recommended frequency: monthly/quarterly.

Ensures compliance with OSHA 1910.212, ANSI B11, ISO 12100. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Manufacturing Machine Guarding Inspection Checklist cover?

This checklist covers 21 inspection items across 7 sections: Point of Operation, Power Transmission, Safety Devices, Machine Guarding, Chemical Safety, Ergonomics, Quality Control. It is designed for manufacturing operations and compliance.

How often should this checklist be completed?

This checklist should be completed monthly/quarterly. Each completion takes approximately 20-30 minutes.

Who should use this Manufacturing Machine Guarding Inspection Checklist?

This checklist is designed for Safety Personnel/Maintenance professionals in the manufacturing industry. It can be used for self-assessments, team audits, and regulatory compliance documentation.

Can I download this checklist as a PDF?

Yes, this checklist is available as a free PDF download. You can also use it digitally in the POPProbe mobile app for real-time data capture, photo documentation, and automatic reporting.

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