JHS Technical Theatre Shop Safety

Safe Shop Practices Protects: Workers Crews Performers Audience members

Leading Causes of Shop Accidents: Insufficient knowledge Improper use of tools and facilities Failure to safeguard hazardous equipment Failure to remove faulty equipment Carelessness Taking unnecessary risks Being in a hurry

When working in the shop, NEVER Run Play practical jokes Roughhouse Jump from one level to another Distract someone when they are working

When working in the shop, ALWAYS Keep work and storage areas clean and organized Remove all fire and safety hazards at end of day Wear proper safety equipment Block off unsafe areas and structures when not working on them Report accidents immediately

Proper Lifting Technique Bent knees Straight back and spine/neck Body erect Push up with legs Arms close to body Always ask for help on heavy, large, or awkward items!

Proper Lifting Technique

Last Lifting Slide!

Proper Attire Hard-sole, closed-toed shoes are a must! No loose-fitting clothes, scarves, ties, or jewelry while operating power tools Hair tied back or covered while operating power tools Long sleeve shirts buttoned at cuff or rolled up while operating power tools.

Proper Attire You may bring work clothes to change into at school Wash these often! Wash hands after working in the shop!

Wear protective eyewear when working around: Painting Spraying Sanding Cutting Drilling Chiseling Hammering Stapling

Ear Protection Wear ear protection when working in a loud environment for an extended amount of time

Gloves DO wear gloves to protect against abrasion, punctures and solvents DON’T wear gloves when operating saws and tools in which the fabric could get caught

Ladder Safety Do not substitute a chair or box for a small ladder When using a straight ladder, the base should rest on a level surface and the distance from the base to the surface the ladder is leaning on should be about ¼ the length of the ladder

Ladder Safety Make sure ladders are secure. An assistant should support the ladder against accidental slipping and sliding. Never stand on the top rung or step of a ladder Never move a ladder when someone is standing on it Secure tools when working on a ladder Never drop or toss items from a ladder Only one person at a time on a ladder

When Working With Tools Keep work area clean Wear proper clothing and protection Be approved to use a tool before doing so Do not use a tool with a frayed or exposed wire Report all suspected tool defects immediately

When Working With Tools Avoid accidental start up—make sure tool is off when plugged in and don’t keep finger on trigger when not in use Unplug tools when making adjustments to them Ground all power tools. If the tool has 3 prongs, plug it into a 3-hole outlet

When Working With Tools Don’t force tools Don’t overreach Use clamps to hold work in place so both are free Don’t leave tools or machinery running while unattended

When Working With Tools Don’t brush away sawdust while tool is running Return tools to their proper storage space as soon as you’re done with them NEVER touch, talk to, or surprise someone who is operating a tool

Lighting Safety Be approved before you handle any instrument, circuitry, or equipment Do not work around electrical equipment without shoes Inspect equipment before using and report any suspected defects or irregularities Even when disconnected, some electrical equipment can cause shocks.

Lighting Safety Any occurrence of electrical shock, no matter how slight, must be reported immediately No food or drink is permitted in the light booth or around lighting instruments

Lighting Safety Always secure lighting instruments to the electrics with a safety cable Always wear gloves when handling lamps

Paints, Chemicals, and Solvents Compare labels and use products with least toxic ingredients Brushing and dipping methods are preferable to spraying methods Always spray paint outside with a face mask Don’t eat paint, kids.

Makeup Safety Don’t lend or share makeup with anyone! Wash hands before and after applying makeup to yourself or anyone else Wash sponges and brushes after use Replace old makeup Avoid aerosol products when possible Avoid creating clouds of powder that can be inhaled

Makeup Safety Moisten brushes and pencils with clean water, not saliva After removing spirit gum or latex replace lost skin oils with moisturizer

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