Small Engine Safety Jesse Morris Spring 2002 Virginia Tech This presentation has not been edited by the Arizona Curriculum Office.

Performance Objective Students will be able to describe the safety applications involved in working with small engines

Enabling Objectives – Explain the importance of a well organized work area – Describe the handling of flammable material – Explain proper work ethic of small engines

Small Engine Certification Did you know that a certified small engine mechanic $30.00 an hour! All it takes is a couple of tests and that could be you!

Clean & Organized Work Place A well organized work area includes: Clean floor and table Hazardous material stored properly Tools and supplies are easily located All tools are in good working order Within reasonable reach Correct tools for the job

Flammable Materials Gasoline –Is easily ignited –Should never be used for cleaning –Stored in well ventilated area, spark free area

Flammable Materials Small engine Batteries –Contain Hydrogen and sulfuric gases –Should be kept away from sparks –Handle with care

Flammable Materials Oil solvent waste –Anything saturated with petroleum –Stored in proper ventilated, spark free container

Small Engine Work Ethic Lift heavy objects with knees, not back Always pull wrenches etc; toward your body Have proper ventilation when working and operating small engines because of CO levels Acquire help if needed and use common sense

Key Points Organization of small engine work area Importance of handling of flammable material Safe work progress with small engines