What Is an Automatic Guard

Automatic guards will ensure that the operator is prevented from coming into contact with dangerous parts when the machine is set in motion accidentally. This guard is itself actuated by the movement of the dangerous part. … This type of guard is used on shearing or cutting machine.

What are different types of guards?

• Residential Guards. A residential guard will work to protect homes. …
• Business Guards. Business guards are in place to help protect a business. …
• Personal Guards. …
• Patrol Guards. …
• Stationary Guards. …
• Government Security Guards. …
• Proprietary Guards. …
• Uniformed Guards.

What are examples of guarding?

Examples of guarding methods are-barrier guards, two-hand tripping devices, electronic safety devices, etc. General requirements for machine guards. Guards shall be affixed to the machine where possible and secured elsewhere if for any reason attachment to the machine is not possible.