What are the common hazards associated with inadequate machinery guarding?

Machinery guarding is essential to minimise workplace accidents and ensure safety. Common hazards associated with inadequate machinery guarding include entanglement, where clothing or body parts can become caught in moving parts; impact injuries, which occur when a worker is struck by machinery components; crushing, where a person can be trapped or compressed between machinery parts; cutting or severing, which happens when sharp edges or rotating components come into contact with skin; and friction or abrasion injuries, resulting from contact with fast-moving or rough surfaces. Evaluating potential hazards, implementing proper guarding techniques, and conducting regular maintenance checks are crucial steps to mitigate risks and maintain a safe working environment.