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Presented by: Brodie Loushin
Shop SafetyOSHA
Occupational Safety and Health Act
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General HousekeepingHousekeeping is one of the most important
things within the shopA number of hazards can be eliminated
through baisc housekeeping
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Eye ProtectionEye protection is a primary safety concern
in the shopMachine tools produce metal chipsGrinders produce small fragmentsThese and other items may be ejected from
equipment at high speedsEye protection should have side shields to
prevent materials from getting into the eye from the side
Safety glasses should meet the ASNI Z-87 Standard
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Foot ProtectionShop floors can often have razor-sharp
metal chips on themSafety shoes with a steel toe may be worn,
but are may not requiredSandals and open-toe shoes should not to
be worn in the shopLikewise, no bare feet Leather shoes are preferred over tennis
shoes
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Ear ProtectionHearing protection made be required in some
of the areas of the shop or while conducting certain activities
Signs may be posted where hearing protection is required
OSHA requires hearing protection at 90 dB or greater for an 8 hr workday
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Hair and JewelrySecure long hairRemove your wristwatch and rings before
operating any machine tool
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FIRE SAFETYPlaces causing a fire
hazard:Oily shop towelsGasolineCleaning solventsTorch
PreventionsFire extinguishersFire blanketsOily rag containersFlammable cabinet
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Shop TowelsThere
constantly needed to keep things clean but when they get oily they are a fire hazard.
They must be stored in an appropriate container.
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Power Tools
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Hand Tools
Broken toolsDull ToolsImproperly used
tools
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Use Hand Tools Properly
Keeps tools clean Use tools for their designed purpose Keep tools away from moving parts Keep tools in proper condition
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Compresses air
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Beware of electricity
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ElectricalMake sure to check all electrical cords before
useIf electrical cords are damaged in any way
then they need to be taken out of service and replaced or repaired
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Areas that need to remain clear in shopsExitsBreaker boxesFire ExtinguishersEyewash Stations These areas can be marked off with yellow
paint indicating not to store items in those locations
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OtherLift with Legs – get help with large objectsUse compressed air only when necessary and
with cautionPractice good housekeeping
Keep floors/aisles cleanClean up spillsStore oily rags in an appropriate location
Report injuries Fire extinguishers
Know what types are available, what they’re good for, and where they are
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OtherThe shop is no place for horseplayPractical joking is also hazardous to your
gradeDo not think that you are strong enough to
stop a machine should you become entangled in moving parts
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Safety ChecklistDo I know how to operate the machine?Are all the guards in place?Am I doing something I should not do?Have I tightened all bolts and clamps?Is the work piece properly secured?Am I wearing proper safety gear?Do I know where the stop switch is?
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SummarySafety is an attitude that should extend far
beyond the machine shop and into every facet of your life
You must constantly think about safety in everything you do
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