Practical Method to Assess Hazards in Web Processes

Kevin Lifsey

Presented by Neal Michal, "Converting Expert, LLC"

Web processes involve many safety hazards. Nip rolls, calendars, slitters have obvious hazards. There are many more such as hoists, suspended loads, winding, packaging, shaft handling, finished roll handling and lift truck traffic. It is common to be able to identify over a hundred potential hazards in a manufacturing or converting site. This paper will provide an overview for a proven method to identify and prioritize hazards. This approach has been used hundreds of time and has been designed to encourage employee engagement. Real world examples will be provided.

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