1. work practices and procedures
CTC MAP 32 S TZAKAS
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2. Introduction Safety is everyone’s responsibility
In this lesson we will discuss safe work practices
Has anyone here ever been injured on the job?
What could have been done to prevent that injury
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3. Agenda Personal safety Shop safety Tool safety Housekeeping
Fire safety
Vehicles
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4. Personal safety- Clothing
Not too loose, could get caught in machinery
No synthetics when working with welding equipment
Safety boots or shoes, csa approved
Safety gloves, impact, vibrations, sharp or hot objects
Latex gloves to protect skin from chemicals
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5. Personal safety-Jewelry, hair
Remove rings and watches , metals are excellent electrical conductors – shocks burns
Long hair- tie it up
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6. Personal safety-eyes
Wear safety goggles or a face sheild when working with:
Batteries
Grinding or cutting metal
Exhaust work-rust bits get in the eyes
Working with Freon/ ac repairs
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7. Personal safety-eyes
Eye wash station/solution- know where it is in your shop
You only get one set of eyes, look after them
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8. Shop safety-horseplay
Jokes, not always so funny
Injury to others or to you
Damage valuable equipment
Responsibility for your actions
Could get you fired
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9. Shop safety
Most accidents are caused by failure to observe safety rules
Know your shops safety rules and regulations
If none exist, make up a list
Safety steward
Employer / employee responsibilities
Workers compensation, it costs us all
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10. Tool safety-hand tools
Pull ratchets and wrenches, don’t push away from you.
Use both hands to avoid injury
Identify and replace worn and broken sockets, screwdriver tips, worn wrenches and ratchets
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11. Tool safety-hand tools chisels
Chisels-should be maintained
Head and point
Worn heads, splinter fragments
60 degree angle on points
WEAR SAFETY GLASSES
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12. Tool safety-hand tools hammers
Check handles for looseness and cracks
Try taping up handle shaft near head to help absorb the shock of misses
Don’t hit them together
Quality of tools, watch the cheep stuff
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13. Tool safety-hand tools files
Use only with a handle
No handle, use a piece of vacuum hose or fuel line
Keep files clean with a file card
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14. Tool safety-hand tools hacksaws
Use quality blades
Use the proper blade for the application
Maintain blade tension
Clamp work in a vise
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15. Tool safety-hand tools Pullers Hydraulic presses
Lubricate puller threads and other moving parts
Use hydraulic presses or portapower units in a safe manner, high pressures can cause injury
Secure the work or cover with heavy rags or sheild
Get training on the equipment
Wear safety glasses
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16. Tool safety-power tools electric
Use with proper grounded 3 prong plug
Use only correct extension cords that are in good condition
Double insulated tools-csa approved
Use for the purpose they were intended for follow manufactures directions
Wear safety glasses
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17. Tool safety-power tools air
Maintain air lines- broken lines act like a whip
Air ratchet lock up- torque- watch hands
Running air gun for removeing bolts in tight areas can jam hand between gun and vehicle frame/body
Do not use air blower to clean your hands/body
Never spin a wheel bearing with the blower- it can lock up and you could lose your finger
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18. Shop Housekeeping Keep floors clean and dry – no grease, oil or water
Use floor dry that is not clay based if possible – dust is a carcinogen.
Do not use sawdust – fire hazard
Clear pathways for escape (in case of fire) limit clutter
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19. Shop Housekeeping Keep benches clean and anchored to the floor
Maintain vise screw oil and make sure jaws are kept tight
Oily rags should be kept in a fireproof container
Know where the fire extinguishers are and have them serviced as per requirements
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20. Vehicle jacking and hoists
Use safety stands – ALWAYS
Know the correct way – or ask how
Maintain equipment, annual hoist inspection is mandatory
If a car starts to fall – let go and run
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21. Fire Safety Question- if you discover a fire?
Where is the closest exit
Where is the fire alarm
Should we call the fire department- yes
Do I know how to operate the fire extinguisher
How fast can I run
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22. Working with batteries
Batteries contain sulphuric acid/ protect your skin and eyes
Wear safety glasses
Hydrogen gas is given off when batteries are charged or discharged-hydrogen is explosive
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23. Vehicles Don’t assume brakes and steering are good
Chalk on windows-no brakes, no start, est..
When driving car- put down the drivers window so you can hear warnings
Turn off the radio
Listen for noises
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24. vehicles Get help with large vehicles
Don’t let customers drive cars into the shop
Never stand in front of or behind a moving vehicle being brought in
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25. Carbon monoxide Poisoning-symptoms Headaches Chest tightness Tiredness
Nausea
Vomiting
Have proper ventilation
Use exhaust extractors all year long
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