Certified Machine Guarding Specialist (CMGS)

Course Description

Regardless of the source of safeguards, the guards and devices used need to be
compatible with a machine's operation and designed to ensure safe operator use.
The type of operation, size, and shape of stock, method of feeding, and physical layout of
The work area and production requirements all affect the selection of safeguards.
Also, safeguards should be designed with the machine operator in mind, as a
guarding method that interferes with the operation of the machine may cause
employees to override them. To ensure effective and safe operator use, guards and
devices should suit the operation.
The Performance Criteria for Safeguarding [ANSI B11.19-2003] national consensus
standard provides valuable guidance as it addresses the design,
construction, installation, operation, and maintenance of the safeguarding used to protect employees from machine hazards.

Learning Outcomes

This course will help you become familiar with a wide variety of common
machinery and the associated hazards of the machinery, along with related safety
standards and appropriate guarding methods, including protectioofut
hazardous energy sources (lockout/tagout). Participants will learn to apply hazard
recognition concepts on a site inspection using a process of identifying and
evaluating the machinery and machine guarding hazards; researching the related
standards, and exploring hazard abatement options.

Target Audience

Maintenance & Facility Technicians

Equipment Operators & Machinists

Safety Supervisors & Coordinators

Industrial Hygienists

Manufacturing & Production Staff

Line Supervisors & Team Leads

Collateral Duty Safety Personnel

Program Administrators