Machine Safeguarding Seminar

Machine Safeguarding Seminar

$1,471.60

The industry’s most comprehensive, established, and longest-running machine safeguarding training programs in the industry, built on more than 50 years of real-world safeguarding application expertise.

Join our Machine Safeguarding Seminar that is grounded in the same engineering principles, risk assessment methodologies, and ANSI/OSHA interpretations used in our machine safeguarding audits and engineered safeguarding system designs nationwide.

Two-Day,
In-Person Seminar

Register for Seminar 2026 Training Schedule

“Properly safeguarding machinery moves beyond the application of physical guards, devices, or methods.  It’s also about proper integration, which includes quantifying component reliability, providing diagnostics to prevent failures, and addressing systematic errors in design and operation.”

Matthew Clutter, Director of Educational Services and Customer Fulfillment, Rockford Systems

Overview

Ensuring the safety of operators and employees in the vicinity of machinery is a critical aspect of workplace safety. When a machine presents a potential hazard, it must be properly safeguarded according to stringent safety regulations and standards. Rockford Systems, LLC offers a comprehensive seminar designed to equip those in positions of responsibility with the knowledge and skills to safeguard machinery effectively.

This 2-day in-person seminar explores the intricacies of safeguarding the point of operation and other machine hazards, ensuring compliance with key safety standards such as OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) regulations, the ANSI (American National Standards Institute) B11 series safety standards, and NFPA 79. Participants will learn how to interpret and apply these performance standards to real-world scenarios, with a focus on building effective safety program baselines and safeguarding common metalworking machines and other equipment.

The seminar includes a blend of classroom discussions, live demonstrations, and hands-on experience with machines under power. Visual aids, including slides and videos, are used to reinforce learning, allowing participants to gain practical insights into how to meet safety requirements for common machinery and production environments.

Whether you are a safety manager, engineer, or anyone responsible for machine safety, this seminar will provide you with the essential knowledge to protect your employees and ensure regulatory compliance.

Seminar Materials

Each person attending this seminar receives a variety of information regarding machine safeguarding:

  • Folding Aluminum OSHA Guard-Opening Scale
  • OSHA Grinder Gauge 1/8” (Work Rest) – 1/4” (Tongue Guard/Spark Arrestor)
  • Folder to include machine safeguarding reference material

Duration

2-Day In-Person Seminar, held at Rockford Systems Training Center in Rockford, Illinois.

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Time

8:00 am to 4:00 pm CST daily

Available Dates

  • July 14-15th, 2026
  • August 25-26th, 2026
  • October 6-7, 2026
  • December 8-9th, 2026

Duration

5-Day Online Seminar, Seminars are held on Microsoft Teams.

Time

9:00 am to 11:30 am CST daily or M-F at 2.5 hours per day.

available Dates

  • July 20-24th, 2026
  • October 26-30th, 2026

Experts come to you

We offer onsite seminars for groups of 11 or more—contact us if you’re interested in learning more!

Matthew Clutter

Director of Training

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  • Matthew Clutter is a seasoned professional with over 35 years of of experience in the safety and security fields, over 20 of those years being dedicated service at Rockford Systems.  Throughout his tenure, he has held increasingly responsible roles, leading to his current position as Director of Training.
  • Matthew brings extensive experience in hazard reduction, machine safeguarding, asset protection, loss prevention, loss control, bulk hazardous chemical process safety and storage, process safety, and safety training.  His comprehensive approach to safety and security is informed by his background as a United States Marine, and he continues to leverage his unique experiences to enhance training programs at Rockford Systems.  His unique background includes clearance-required national security operations on Naval and Marine Corps installations, where he excelled in USMC guard and reaction force supervision and training.
  • Matthew is a member of the American Society of Safety Professionals and also serves as an alternate on the ANSI B11 series Standards Development Committee.
  • Matthew has completed multiple United States Marine Corps leadership courses, TRSA/UTSA Production Management Institute Coursework, and has attended both Rock Valley College and Western Illinois University.

This seminar is designed for professionals who are committed to workplace safety, efficiency, and operational excellence. If you play a key role in maintaining a safe and compliant environment, this event is for you!

  • Health and Safety Directors, Managers, and Personnel – Stay ahead of the latest regulations and best practices to protect your team.
  • Maintenance Directors, Managers, and Personnel – Learn proactive strategies to minimize risks and keep equipment running smoothly.
  • Operations Managers – Discover how safety and efficiency go hand in hand to drive productivity.
  • Engineers and Technicians – Gain insights into cutting-edge solutions for safer and more reliable systems.

By attending this seminar, you’ll gain essential knowledge and practical skills to enhance workplace safety and compliance, including:

  • Regulatory & Safety Standards – A clear understanding of OSHA regulations and ANSI/NFPA standards to ensure compliance and best practices.
  • Building a Safety Foundation – Learn how to establish a safety baseline and implement effective safe operation procedures for your workplace.
  • Engineering Controls – Deepen your understanding of Point-of-Operation Guards, Safeguarding Devices, and Methods to prevent injuries.
  • Minimizing Mechanical Hazards – Explore strategies to reduce exposure to Mechanical Power Transmission Apparatus and enhance safety measures.
  • Electrical Safety & Reliability – Gain insights into Electrical Component and Control Reliability requirements to prevent failures and hazards.
  • Lockout/Tagout & Hazardous Energy Control – Master the principles of Control of Hazardous Energy to keep workers safe during maintenance and repairs.
  • Inspection & Maintenance Best Practices – Understand the importance of machine safety assessments, inspection, function testing, and maintenance records in sustaining a safe work environment.
  • Metalworking Machinery Risk Reduction – Develop a baseline knowledge of how to mitigate risks across various types of metalworking machinery.

Course Certificate provided upon completing the course.

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