Machine, Tools and Equipment
Machinery and other workplace equipment can be dangerous if not used properly. Anyone using equipment in the workplace needs to be thoroughly trained in its operation and kept up to date.
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Machinery & Tools
View our resources below to access reasonable precautions to protect workers, as well as information and instruction to help keep them safe.
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Working with machines safely
Gears, conveyors, cogs, spindles, and pulleys – if you work in manufacturing, your workplace is full of moving parts.
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Staying safe with hazardous energy: Using the Lockout Tagout procedure
If you work in manufacturing, you use powerful machinery every day. This equipment contains hazardous energy (electrical, pressurized air, mechanical, chemical and more) that can hurt you.
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What can happen if lockout is not properly completed?
Lockout tagout incidents can be very serious - and include severe injury and even death. Watch this video to find out why lockout tagout is essential to keeping workers safe.
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What details should be included in lockout tagout training?
What should be included in effective lockout tagout training and how is it best delivered? Watch this video to find out.
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What is the correct way to complete a lockout?
There are seven key questions you should ask yourself before completing a correct lockout on a machine. Watch this short video to find out what they are. For more information visit https://www.wsps.c
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What are some key elements of a lockout program?
A lockout tagout program is essential to keep your workers safe and avoid severe injuries or death. Find out what key elements you should incorporate. For more information visit https://www.wsps.ca/r
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When a worker completes a lockout, should they only need to be concerned with electrical energy?
If a machine's electrical energy is controlled, is that enough for a worker to operate a machine safely? Find out what other sources to consider to keep workers safe on the job. For more information
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How do employers know when the lockout was done correctly?
Proper lockout tagout can reduce the risk to your employees and protect them from potentially life-changing injuries. But how do you know if it's done correctly?
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Where should workers put their locks?
Electrical energy is the most common source many consider when it comes to lockout tagout. But what other kinds of energy should be controlled before workers can operate the machine safely?
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How do employers know when lockout is required?
Lockout and tagout is a common health and safety practice that should be part of every workplace. Find out when machines should be locked and learn more about Ontario legislation on machine safety. F
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Have employees that drive for work? Here's how to reduce their risk
Driving is an activity many of us do every day. But it comes with many risks - at work and off the clock - that are often overlooked.
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Nip point incident offers 6 lessons for workplaces
"Nip point hazards are still commonly overlooked even though they can affect virtually every workplace that uses equipment with moving parts," warns WSPS consultant Clinton Brown.
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Feuille de route: introduction aux éléments de base
Feuille de route conforme à la norme nationale et axée sur 8 éléments de base pour faire progresser la santé⁄sécurité psycho. en milieu de travail.
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Mobile Ladder Stands or Mobile Ladder Platforms
Examples of controls to eliminate and/or reduce risk associated with manual materials handling on mobile ladder stands or mobile ladder platforms.
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Safety Check: Wheel Balancer Safety
Wheel balancer safety tips for workers.
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Safety Check: Waste Compactor Safety
Waste compactor safety tips for workers.
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Safety Check: Welding Safety
Welding safety tips for workers.
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Safety Check: Vacuum Safety
Vacuum Safety tips for workers.
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Safety Check: Vertical Baler Safety
Vertical baler safety for workers.
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