I've had recent issues when dealing with supervisors about speeding up machines and processes. One thing they always bring up is:
"Why does the operator have the hold the buttons the entire cycle?"
I try to explain to them the idea of two hand safety, and keeping the operator's hands occupied at a safe distance from the machine. I think a few of them are having trouble grasping the concept.
I point out pinch, crush, sever points, etc. I explain to them that once these locations are properly guarded and protected, I can speed things up. Their usual response, sometimes jokingly, is:
"Who'd be stupid enough to put their hand there?"
I've done some google searches, but can only find guide books you have to purchase. Is there anywhere I can find the actual rules and definitions from OSHA about two hand safety?
"Why does the operator have the hold the buttons the entire cycle?"
I try to explain to them the idea of two hand safety, and keeping the operator's hands occupied at a safe distance from the machine. I think a few of them are having trouble grasping the concept.
I point out pinch, crush, sever points, etc. I explain to them that once these locations are properly guarded and protected, I can speed things up. Their usual response, sometimes jokingly, is:
"Who'd be stupid enough to put their hand there?"
I've done some google searches, but can only find guide books you have to purchase. Is there anywhere I can find the actual rules and definitions from OSHA about two hand safety?