SAFETY IN THE SHOP

Safety is your job

Safety is your job

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the shop, you are safe when you protect your eyes, your fingers, your hands all of your self-from danger. And, just as important, when you look out for the safety of those around you.

Shop lay out

The term shop layout means the location of work benches, car lifts, machine tools, and so on. Many shop have painted lines on the floor to mark off work areas. This lines guides customers and workers away from danger zones where machines are being operated.

Many shops have warning signs posted around machinery. These signs are there to remind you about safety, and about how to use machine safely. Follow the posted instruction at all times. The most common cause of accidents in the shop is failure to follow instructions.

The Safety Rules

Some people say accidents will happen! But safety experts do not agree. They say, accidents are caused: They are caused by careless actions, by inattention to the job at hand, by using damaged or incorrect tools. And sometimes accidents are caused by just plain stupidity!

Shop Safety Rules

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Work quietly, and give the job your full attention. Keep your tools and equipment under control. Keep jack handles out of the way. Stand creepers against the wall when they are not in use. Never indulge in horseplay or other foolish activities.

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Dont put sharp objects, such as screwdrivers, in your pocket. Make sure your clothes are right for the job. If you spill oil, grease, or any liquid on the floor, clean it up so that no one will slip and fall. Never used compressed air to blow out dirt from your clothes. Never point a compressed-air hose at any other person.

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Always wear goggles or a face shield when there are particles flying about. Watch out for sparks flying from a grinding wheel or welding equipment. To protect your eyes, wear goggles when using chemicals, such as solvent. When using a car jack, make sure it is centered so that it wont slip. Always use car stands or supports, properly placed, when going under a car.

Always use the right tool for the job. Caution: Never run an engine in a closed garage that does not have a ventilating system. The exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide. Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless, tasteless, poisonous gas that can kill you! In a closed one car garage, enough carbon carbon monoxide to kill you can collect in only 3 minutes.
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