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Mechanical Hazards
With the difficulties faced by
contractors in obtaining workers,
more and more machines are being
used in worksites. Mechanical
hazards in worksites come from the
use of the various mechanical
equipment.
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Mechanical Hazards
It should be noted that mechanical
action or motion of machinery is
primarily hazardous. Workers
could be struck by the moving
part, or their body part could be
trapped between these parts.
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Struck by moving parts
of machines
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Struck by moving parts
of machines
A safety zone should be created
around this machine and any
unauthorized workers should be
prevented from coming near this
machine.
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Struck by moving parts
of machines
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Trapped between moving
parts of machinery
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Examples:
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Trapped between moving
parts of machinery
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Trapped between moving
parts of machinery
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Cutting Hazard
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