Machine Guarding (MCG-1.2)

Machine Guarding (MCG-1.2)

Learning objectives

  • Identify employee and employer considerations when working with machine guards
  • Identify additional safeguarding devices to protect employees
  • Identify common types of machine guards
  • Identify hazards associated with machine parts and motions

Course overview

Moving machine parts have the potential to cause severe workplace injuries, such as crushed fingers or hands, amputations, burns, or blindness. Any machine part, function, or process that may cause injury must be safeguarded. Employees who successfully complete this course will learn to define machine guarding, locate fundamental machine areas, machine hazards, the types of machine guards, and the types of machine devices. This course is intended for employees who, during their regular work duties, are required to work with or around machines equipped with guarded machinery, and can assist employers in meeting the provisions of OSHA's Machinery and Machine Guarding standard.


The individuals involved in the development and promotion of this course do not receive any compensation or financial benefits outside of their regular employment for their work on this course.


  • 20 minutes
  • Format: Online Interactive
  • Tier: 2
  • Course ID: 13919
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Regulations
  • OSHA 29 CFR 1910 Subpart O 211-219
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