What risk is associated with being caught between machinery?

Being caught between machinery poses a significant risk of severe physical injury due to the nature of mechanical equipment and the potential for crush injuries, lacerations, or other traumatic injuries. Machinery often operates with powerful force, and getting trapped can lead to serious harm. This risk is heightened in environments where machinery operates continuously or is not properly safeguarded, making it crucial for workers to be aware of their surroundings and follow safety protocols to minimize exposure to such dangers. In contrast, while emotional distress, loss of training opportunities, and minimal harm may occur in different contexts, they do not reflect the immediate and critical physical risks associated with being caught in or between operational machinery.