Safety Solutions Blog

Safety Solutions Blog

Phased Machine Safety: Guarding Input Hazards Now, Output Functional Safety Next

February 26, 2026//Shawn Mantel

Machine safety upgrades don’t wait for perfect budgets—start with input-side guarding to reduce operator risk while planning functional safety improvements.

Asking the question…Why Is There a Safety Sign Posted in That Area?

February 25, 2026//Shawn Mantel

Why is there a safety sign posted in that area? For operators, every safety sign signals a real hazard—don’t let warning fatigue turn risk into white noise.

Why Chain Link Fence Is Not Suitable for Machine Guarding

February 25, 2026//Shawn Mantel

Chain link fencing is designed for perimeter security, not engineered for machine guarding. It can fail reach-through distances, rigidity, impact resistance, and anti-defeat requirements for ANSI, and is easier to climb.

Workplace Injuries in Manufacturing: Understanding and Preventing Degloving, Amputations

January 7, 2026//Shawn Mantel

In today’s competitive industrial environment, manufacturers rely on automation and fast production cycles to meet demand. While automation boosts throughput, it also introduces complex...

How to Create a Risk Map for Legacy Machines in Manufacturing Facilities

December 20, 2025//Shawn Mantel

Legacy machines are the backbone of many manufacturing facilities, but they are also one of the largest sources of unmanaged risk on the shop floor.