Bench Grinder Safety Poster

The occupational safety and health administration osha is very specific about bench grinder safety.

Bench grinder safety poster.

Wear only an eye or face shield. Fasten pedestal and bench grinders on a solid surface securely. Ensure that all the guards are in place and secure before use. Signs with safety rules enable workers to do a mental checklist before they begin grinding chipping or buffing.

Bench grinders are mounted to a bench or tabletop while pedestal grinders are mounted to the floor on a pedestal. With an abrasive wire brush or buffing wheel attachment grinders sharpen tools and shape clean or polish metal pieces. Osha refers to bench grinders as abrasive wheel equipment grinders the safety rules for this machinery are in the code of federal regulations cfr and osha has a very detailed checklist for the bench grinder on its website. Always follow posted safety guidelines and read all instructions provided by the manufacturer.

Fasten pedestal and bench grinders securely. Work rest height should be on horizontal centre line of the machine spindle. Never adjust rests while wheels are moving. Adjust tool rests to within 3 mm 1 8 in of wheels.

Signs are available in heavy duty aluminum plastic and laminated vinyl to withstand industrial abuse. Bench grinder safety make sure the manufacturer s recommended speed as posted on the wheel is compatible with your grinder maintain the tongue guard within 1 4 inch of grinding wheel be sure the outer wheel guard is in place be sure the power transmission cover is securely in place always protect your eyes. Grinders use powered rotating attachments to work metal and other materials. Ensure all the guards are in place and secure before using a grinder.