SOLUTION

The causes of accidents that occur while operating machines without knowledge, safety precautions, authority, or safety devices can be attributed to Human causes.

Human causes encompass a wide range of factors related to human behavior and decision-making that contribute to accidents. These include:

• Lack of knowledge: Operating machinery without proper training or understanding of its functions and hazards.
• Lack of safety precautions: Not following established safety procedures, such as using personal protective equipment (PPE), maintaining a safe distance, or locking out/tagging out equipment.
• Working without authority: Operating machinery without proper authorization or supervision.
• Disregarding safety devices: Bypassing or disabling safety devices like guards, interlocks, or emergency stop buttons.
• Distractions: Being distracted by conversations, cell phones, or other activities while operating machinery.
• Fatigue: Operating machinery when tired or fatigued, which can impair judgment and reaction time.