Manuel Fernandez conducted a hazard zone inspection of a machining lab. During the inspection, Fernandez observed several ergonomic and safety issues. Workers were observed bending their necks and backs without support while operating drill presses. They also had to repetitively turn machine handles. Additionally, safety hazards like unguarded grinders and lathes, unlabeled bottles, oil spills on the floor, and improper storage of flammable liquids were identified.

1. Manuel Fernandez
OMGT 5403

2. Machining Lab
 I had an opportunity to
conduct a hazard zone
inspection of a machining lab
at my work.
 The adjunct instructor
allowed me to view and take
pictures of common
workplace activities.
 For the walk through, I only
included yes statements from
the checklist.

3. While operating a drill
press or other
machining equipment,
the worker did have to
bend his neck and back
with no support

4. While operating the
mill or lathe, the
worker routinely had to
turn the axis handles in
a repetitive motion.

5. While operating the
vise, the worker has to
use his hand to loosen
the grip.

6. Safety Hazards
While walking the
floor, other safety
hazards were
identified.
There is no guard on the grinder and
there is more than 1/8” gap between
the wheel and the platform

7. Safety Hazards
While walking the
floor, other safety
hazards were
identified.
There is no guard on the chuck lathe

8. Safety Hazards
While walking the
floor, other safety
hazards were
identified.
There is no label on this bottle.

9. Safety Hazards
While walking the
floor, other safety
hazards were
identified.
There is oil on the floor.

10. Safety Hazards
While walking the
floor, other safety
hazards were
identified.
There are no secondary traps for
containers of oil and these flammable
liquids should be stored in a locker