Mechatronics Technician how-to

How to Work Safely Around Robots

Robots move fast and without warning.

Updated By the Career Education Institute Curriculum Team
Quick answer

Robots move fast and without warning. In short: lock; use; keep, then complete the remaining steps below.

Step by step

  1. Lock out before entering cells.

  2. Use teach mode at reduced speed.

  3. Keep the pendant enabling switch.

  4. Stay out of the robot path.

  5. Check interlocks.

  6. Clear the cell before restarting.

Safety reminders for mechatronics technicians

  • Follow lockout/tagout
  • Never bypass interlocks
  • Wear arc-flash PPE for electrical work
  • Use reduced speed in robot cells

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