Cuts, lacerations & amputations
There are many industries where cuts are possible as a result of accidents in the workplace, often involving tools, equipment, and machinery. Unguarded equipment is a leading cause of serious injury.
The risks
Cuts, lacerations, and amputations can result from workplace exposure to common hazards. Safeguarding can help reduce the risk associated with common tools, machinery, and equipment, as shown below:
| Forestry |
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| Hospitality & tourism |
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| Wood products manufacturing |
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| Commercial fishing |
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| Manufacturing |
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| Pulp & paper/sawmills |
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| Construction |
How to reduce the risks
Safeguarding and personal protective equipment can help reduce the risk of cuts, lacerations, and amputations. See our resources and related topics for more information.
Resources
Safeguarding Machinery and Equipment
This manual is mainly for employers, but it contains useful information for everyone who owns, operates, maintains, or sells powered machinery and equipment. Divided into three main parts, the content...
Blade guard replacement options for table saws
As an employer, you are responsible for ensuring saws are equipped with effective point-of-operation safeguarding. This bulletin discusses the two types of guards as well as options for replacement...
Kitchen Safety: Preventing Cuts from Meat Slicers
Meat slicers can cause serious injuries to kitchen workers. This video demonstrates how to operate and clean meat slicers safely to prevent injuries.
Kitchen Safety: Preventing Cuts from Knives
This video demonstrates safe work procedures and shows how to use and store knives properly to prevent cuts to kitchen workers.