EQUIPMENT FOR SAFETY SMKN 13 Bandung

Objectives After this session, the students are expected to be able : 1.To explain equipment for safety 2.To explain how to use and function of each equipment for safety Teknologi dan Rekayasa

Introduction The chemical technician knows the equipment and materials with which he works He never treats them with contempt, even though he may be very familiar with them and have handled them many times Teknologi dan Rekayasa

Introduction He treats them with the respect they deserve because he is aware of the hazards of laboratory work He minimizes accidents by recognizing their causes and because he is alert at all times, following the rules for good laboratory practice Teknologi dan Rekayasa

Safety precaution Accidents are usually the fault of the victim or his associates Basically there are three sources of accidents: * fire * cuts from broken glass equipment * contact with corrosive chemicals on clothing or person Teknologi dan Rekayasa

First-aid Emergency Equipment Every technician should know basic first first-aid emergency treatment for minor injuries, And also the location of and how to handle emergency equipment such as safety showers and fire extinguishers Common sense is the best insurance against injury Teknologi dan Rekayasa

Rubber gloves to protect hands against corrosive chemicals Equipments Gloves Rubber gloves to protect hands against corrosive chemicals Teknologi dan Rekayasa

Equipments Goggles * Safety goggles, glass or plastic, for protection against flying objects and corrosive fumes and liquids dependent upon construction * Select the protective goggle according to hazards potentially possible Teknologi dan Rekayasa

Fire Blanket A noncombustible blanket on a roller, easily opened by inserting arms through loops to protect technician from injury due to burning clothing Teknologi dan Rekayasa

Safe on electrical and flammable solvent fires Fire Extinguisher CO2 – type fire extinguisher, does not damage equipment or contaminate chemical mixtures Safe on electrical and flammable solvent fires Squeeze handle to release CO2 , which includes oxygen and puts out fire Teknologi dan Rekayasa

Fire Extinguisher To use : Pull pin with left hand, squeeze handle with right hand, and direct at base of fire Teknologi dan Rekayasa

Familiarize yourself with first-aid procedures First-aid Cabinet Completely equipped to handle first-aid emergencies ex: band aid, hand cream, eye pad, etc Familiarize yourself with first-aid procedures The life you save may be your own Teknologi dan Rekayasa