The primary safety concerns with automation equipment include crushing, amputations, and hazards from falling objects, particularly around robots and their payloads. The goal of risk assessment is to identify, quantify, and mitigate hazards in a practical manner, considering potential production impacts. To start, conduct an internal machine operation review, involve various personnel, and consider external expertise if necessary. Disagreements can be addressed by standardizing a hazard identification method. Various standards like ISO 31000 and ANSI Z10 can aid in risk assessment. Risks are prioritized using methods like HRN, considering occurrence likelihood, exposure frequency, harm degree, and individuals at risk. After implementing solutions, reassess to ensure hazard mitigation.

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