Propuesta de acciones para prevenir accidentes en la máquina de cortes especiales-guillotina (Niágara)en una empresa dedicada a la elaboración de materiales de acero para la industria y construcción

Abstract

This study aims to propose effective actions for the prevention of accidents in the special cutting machine (Niagara guillotine) at a company dedicated to producing steel materials for the industry and construction. The goal is to identify risk factors, assess the operators' knowledge of workplace safety, and establish strategies that contribute to reducing the incidence of accidents in the workshop. To achieve this objective, a quantitative methodology was employed, using surveys directed at 42 workshop operators. These surveys provided information about the workers' perceptions regarding safety conditions, their knowledge of using the Niagara guillotine, and the preventive measures implemented by the company. The results revealed that although 69% of the operators believe their work area has adequate safety measures, 31% still perceive deficiencies in this aspect. Additionally, 64.3% of workers indicated that they help their coworkers understand the importance of workplace safety, while 28.6% do so occasionally, and 7.1% do not contribute to this task. These findings suggest that, while there is some awareness, it is necessary to strengthen training and preventive strategies. In conclusion, the need to implement continuous training programs, enhance risk supervision and evaluation, and promote a safety culture in the work environment is evident. These actions will contribute to improving the operators' safety and reducing the frequency of accidents when handling the Niagara guillotine.