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Kinetic Energy Risk Management: Case Study

Even after equipment is shut down and locked out, kinetic energy may still be present and dangerous to workers. This video showcases how West Fraser’s Quesnel Sawmill collaborated with MAG, B.C.’s Manufacturing Advisory Group, to reduce the risk of kinetic energy by implementing innovative controls.

For more information and resources, see Lockout & de-energization and Safeguarding.

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What Is Kinetic Energy and What Are the Hazards?
What Is Potential Energy and What Are the Hazards?

Publication Date: Dec 2020 File type: MP4 (322 MB) Asset type: Video