Other hazards may exist, depending on the type of operation. For the well-being of everyone, see that guards replaced properly. If you see piece of equipment without a guard, or any other unsafe condition, report it to your supervisor immediately, whether the equipment is in your work area or elsewhere. Remember, it pays to double-check guards. You could save a hand, an arm or a life.
Guards are there to prevent injuries.
Don't tamper with them. If an injury has occurred recently because someone operated a piece of machinery without a guard or because someone tampered with the safety controls, describe the circumstances and details of the accident, but do not attempt to embarrass the employee who was injured. No one likes to suffer embarrassment in front of others. .