evGrand Prix Shop/Garage Safety Safety is no accident

Important Rules and Regulations Good programs are based upon standards which are supported by rules and regulations. Good habits are developed by obeying good rules.

Purpose of Rules Protect yourself and others in the shop and/or garage Protect equipment Keep tools in proper working conditions Develop Skills by using equipment properly Learn respect for tools and good workmanship To develop positive attitudes resulting in proper behavior. Learn good housekeeping.

Hazards on the Job Site Flying Objects Burns Radiant Energy Cuts & Punctures Electrical Shock Slips & Falls Compressed Air Rotating Tools & Machines Fire

Flying Objects Sparks Debris Tools when Worker Gets MAD!

Burns Very Common and Painful First, Second, and 3rd degree Nose and Ears Burns Caused by Radiant Energy

Cuts and Punctures Metal Wire Tools First Aid Immediately

Electrical Shock Rubber Sole Shoes Damaged Insulation Properly Grounded Equipment GFCI Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter Charging Batteries

Slips and Falls Damp Floors Poor Footing Poor Footwear Overreaching Hurrying

Compressed Air Damage Eyes and Ears Easily Cleaning Equipment Too Much Pressure Kinking the Hose Death

Rotating Tools and Machines Proper Clothing Warning Labels Hair Ties

Fire Know where extinguishers are. Frayed Clothing Hair Oily Clothing Fire extinguishers Type A – Wood, Paper, Cloth Type B – Liquids Type C – Electrical ABC – Multipurpose, dry chemical.

Protecting the Learner and Others Everyone must wear them at ALL TIMES! Permanent Eye damage can result from not wearing Eye Protection. Safety Glasses ANSI Z87.1

Protecting the Learner and Others Clothing Wear the proper clothing for the job. Proper fit Good Condition Protects the learner from: Heat , Cold, Sparks, Flame, Flying Debris, Harmful Light, Sharp Objects, Electrical Shock, Caustic Liquids, & biohazards.

Protecting the Learner and Others Boots & Shoes Protection from: Sparks, Heat, Flame, and Cold Electrical Shock Crush Hazards Harsh Liquids and biohazards Cuts, Punctures, & other injuries Slips and Falls Should be leather, Non-skid boots in the Shop

Good Housekeeping A clean shop will keep you clean and safe. We will sweep EVERY DAY!! Don’t sweep debris out the door!! Clean and put tools in their proper place. Take care of the Equipment.

General Safety Tips Use your head – Common Sense NO HORSEPLAY!!!!! Properly Fitting Clothes No Jewelry on you hands Keep Tools in proper working condition Sharp Tools are Safer that Dull Tools Use tools for the Job it was intended for

General Safety Tips Make sure you know how to use the tool If a tool breaks, Tell Coach/Instructor! Keep both hands behind the cutting edge Keep out of “Danger Zones” when not using a machine Don’t Bother anyone when they are working

General Safety Tips Store all Tools in a definite Place Don’t force Tools Don’t abuse Cords Secure your work Take Your time!!!!! No Art Work or Graffiti allowed!!

General Safety Tips Most Importantly – Pay Attention Stay Focused Don’t Goof Around Use your Head!

My Expectations of YOU Mature attitudes and behavior resulting in a safe shop. Work Hard Stay Busy Be a person of good character Be Respectful Realize that it is everyone’s job to keep the shop clean & safe. The shop is a place to be serious, it is not a playground.

Remember, Always Pay attention to those around you!! You never know what might be around the corner.