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photo shows interlock switch on a mold machine. The switch had not been properly maintained and failed to stop the machine when the hood was opened, exposing employees to moving parts. Photo ID: 1484
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Category:

Machine Guarding

Hazard:

Interlock device was repaired and tested to ensure that it stopped the machine when the hood was opened.

Standard Violated:

1910.212(a)(4)

Corrective Action:

Interlock device was repaired and tested to ensure that it stopped the machine when the hood was opened.

Description:

photo shows interlock switch on a mold machine. The switch had not been properly maintained and failed to stop the machine when the hood was opened, exposing employees to moving parts.