1. Safety Unit

2.  Approximately 26,000 welders are injured at the job site each year.  Welders each day are exposed to: ◦ Uv rays from welding arc- eyes and skin ◦ Gases produced by the welding process ◦ Welding or cutting near flammable materials ◦ Fire risk

3.  Precautions must taken to prevent injuries  All accidents should be reported no matter how slight ◦ A small scratch might lead to serious infection ◦ Immediate attention can minimize the seriousness of the injury

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5. Red= Danger (Red is used to identify areas or items of danger or emergency such as safety switches and fire equipment Orange= Warning (Orange is used to designate machines hazards such as edges and openings

6. Yellow= Caution (Yellow is used is used to identify parts of machines, such as wheels, levers and knobs that adjust the machine. Blue= Information (Blue is used as signs of warning or caution (Out Of Order)) Green= Safety- Safety equipment, safety areas, first aid and medical practice

7. Black and Yellow Diagonal Stripes= Radioactivity- Radiations Hazards White= Traffic Areas-Arrows show direction of traffic White and Black Stripes=Traffic markings, Barricades Gray= Floors- Floors of the work area

8.  Any tools and equipment should be used unless exact operating instructions have been received and understood.  Improperly using tools or using tools that are not properly maintained and inspected is prohibited- Due to the potential of to cause serious injury.  Operators of tools and equipment should: ◦ Wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment ◦ Equipment properly maintained and inspected ◦ Use all safety features

9.  In the shop the following behaviors are prohibited due to safety concerns: ◦ No running ◦ No horseplay ◦ No wrestling ◦ No pranks Exhibiting this type of behavior can cause your removal from the Agriculture Mechanics program

10.  Always wear safety glasses.  When working with heated objects, always wear gloves.  No running or horseplay.  Learn to do a job the right way.  Report all injuries to the instructor.  Observe all warning signs or tags.

11.  Turn off machines when not in use or during repair.  Unless you have been taught to run a machine, don’t use it.  Always use the proper tool for the job.  Avoid wearing loose or overly baggy clothing when working with machinery.  Be aware of people around you at all times.  Use correct shaded lens when welding.  Know where fire escapes and fire extinguishers are.

12.  Cleaning work areas  Sweeping—prevent slips and falls  Keeping designated walking areas clear of debris  Restoring equipment and tools after job is completed