Reviewed: January 2013 V1.0 DECD Health and Safety Services Uncontrolled when printed Acknowledgement: Much of the information for this document is sourced from Queensland Department of Education and Training. Website link to this SOP document: http://www.decd.sa.gov.au/hrhealthsafety/pages/hazards/plant/

Front ReverseAssembly Instructions:

1. Carefully fold this page in half vertically down the centre line;

2. This should align “Front” & “Reverse” sides, then glue the halves back to back;

3. Cut out the “Tag” shape along the dotted outlines indicated on the “Front” side;

4. Laminate & trim to size with a clear 2 mm border;

5. Securely fasten an 8mm (ID) brass eyelet & washer where indicated.

6. Secure this ‘Tag’ to the plug end of the electrical cord with a ‘zip-tie’ fastener.

SAFETY OPERATING PROCEDURESAir Compressor ( small )

OPERATIONAL SAFETY CHECK

Never operate a faulty Power Tool – Report it to your teacher –

1. 2. Start the compressor noting the pressure gauge increase and the cut-in / cut-out pressure levels.

3. Listen for any air leaks from all flexible airlines or hoses and immediately report any leaks that are observed.

4. Adjust the pressure regulator to suit the particular work requirements.

5. Always check these pressures at regular intervals during normal operation.

6. Air hose connections must be secured and checked prior to being pressurized.

7. If possible, position the compressor unit in an area that will not disturb or obstruct the workshop environment.

8. Use compressed air power tools responsibly and within manufacturers’ recommended guidelines.

9. Compressed air cleaning of machine parts must only be undertaken after all PPE and general workshop safety precautions have been observed.

10. Never use the compressed air to clean down work benches, floors or dust from clothing.

11. Never kink an air hose to restrict or cut off the flow of air.

Never direct compressed air towards the body

HOUSEKEEPING1. Return compressor to the appropriate storage location.2. Leave the work area in a safe, clean, and tidy condition.

POTENTIAL HAZARDS AND RISKS■ Moving and rotating parts ■ Electricity■ Pinch & squash ■ Noise & dust ■ Burns■ Compressed air ■ Eye injuries

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