For a belt or chain drive system, what must be in place according to OSHA standards?

In a belt or chain drive system, OSHA standards require that a guard be in place to protect workers from potential hazards associated with moving parts. Guards are vital safety features that prevent personnel from coming into contact with rotating or moving components, reducing the risk of injuries such as entanglement, cuts, or abrasions.

The design and construction of these guards are meant to ensure that they effectively cover the hazardous areas while still allowing for maintenance and operation of the machinery. Properly designed guards not only enhance workplace safety but also support compliance with regulatory standards by reducing the likelihood of accidents involving machinery.

In contrast, while safety fences, safety goggles, and warning signs serve significant purposes in various safety scenarios, they do not specifically address the requirement for protecting workers from the immediate hazards presented by moving parts of belts and chains in the same way that guards do.