Equipment Safety Design Self-Check

Based on 29 CFR 1910.261 (Pulp, Paper, and Paperboard Mills) and 1910.212/1910.147 machine-guarding categories. Check what your current winding/rewinding setup already has.

Slitter knives are guarded against accidental contact29 CFR 1910.261(28) In-running nip points on the operator’s side are guarded with barrier guards interlocked to the drive29 CFR 1910.261(26) Mechanical lifting devices are used for handling rolls in finishing-room operations29 CFR 1910.261 Point-of-operation guarding is in place on forming rolls / calender-type sections29 CFR 1910.212(a)(3)(iv) Lockout/tagout procedures are documented and used before blade changes or bearing service29 CFR 1910.147 Exposed sole plates between reels/rewinders have a nonskid surface29 CFR 1910.261(17)

Equipment Safety Design Self-Check

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