OHS when using a photocopier Identify the hazard, assess the risk, make the changes and use appropriate control measure, reassess the process.

The manufacturer MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheets) The manufacturer will provide some basic guidelines on how to use the product Instructions will include details on where to place the product, how to use it, how to maintain it and electrical safety requirements These instructions must be followed

Electrocution It is always a risk when using any electrical equipment. contact with live parts causing shock and burns – (normal mains voltage, 230 volts AC, can kill); faults which could cause fire; and fire or explosion where electricity could be the source of ignition in a potentially flammable or explosive atmosphere. Check visually for any faults Open the machine only as instructed in the operation manual.

High temperature Some internal parts achieve high temperatures which are use for fusing the toner to the page. When dealing with printing jams or other simple issues it is important to avoid certain components which might be have become very hot during the printing process. You should find out which components could create a risk by reading the owners handbook Components that reach high temperatures will be clearly highlighted.

Handling the toner cartridge Photocopiers and printers use toner as part of their printing processes. Toner is an extremely fine powder, which in itself is not classed as a hazardous substance, but ins substantial concentration might cause irritation to the respiratory tract

Call qualified service personnel In the event of an issue that you will not be able to solve easily without putting yourself or others at risk (for example replacing toner cartridge, removing jammed paper) you must call qualified service personnel to help solving the problem.