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Machinery

An employer must develop and implement safe work procedures for all machines and tools used in the workplace, train workers on the safe work procedures and ensure that workers comply.

An employer must ensure that workers are informed of any risks associated with a machine or tool used in the workplace, and that they are provided with information, instruction and training in the safe use and operation of the machine or tool.

An employer must ensure that any machine or tool in the workplace can safely perform its functions and is inspected and operated in accordance with the manufacturer’s specifications and the safe work procedures for the workplace. 

Safeguards required

Part 16.5(1) and 16.5(2), Machines, Tools and Robots of Manitoba’s Workplace Safety and Health Act and Regulation requires an employer to ensure the machine has safeguards that will prevent a worker from coming into contact with:

  • moving parts on the machine
  • points of the machine at which materials are cut, shaped or bored
  • surfaces with temperatures that may cause skin to freeze, burn or blister
  • energized components, debris, materials or objects thrown from a machine
  • material being fed into or removed from the machine
  • any hazard that may pose a risk to the safety or health of the worker

An employer must ensure that any safeguard required is designed, constructed, installed, used and maintained in accordance with CSA Standard Z432-16: Safeguarding of Machinery. In addition:

  • any maintenance or repair of a machine must be performed by a competent person and safe work procedures must be developed
  • ensure compliance with Part 16 of the Workplace Safety and Health Act and Regulation for proper lockout/ tagout safety precautions
  • machine operating controls must be clearly identifiable
  • emergency stop must be within reach
  • warning signs and labels must be placed where necessary
  • only trained and qualified persons should operate the machine 
  • the operator must not wear loose clothing, watches or jewelry, long hair or anything that may accidentally get caught in the machine’s moving parts
  • the machine must not be left unattended or operated by unauthorized persons 

Legislation

The Workplace Safety and Health Act and associated regulations are in place to protect the safety and health of workers in Manitoba. Below is a link to the regulation part associated with this safety topic.

Part 16 Machines, Tools and Robots, Workplace Safety and Health Act and Regulation. 

Related links

Tools, equipment and machinery safety topic list