1PayneWest Insurance Presented by: Brodie Loushin.

1PayneWest Insurance

Presented by: Brodie Loushin

Shop SafetyOSHA

Occupational Safety and Health Act


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


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


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


Hair and JewelrySecure long hairRemove your wristwatch and rings before

operating any machine tool


FIRE SAFETYPlaces causing a fire

hazard:Oily shop towelsGasolineCleaning solventsTorch

PreventionsFire extinguishersFire blanketsOily rag containersFlammable cabinet


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.


Power Tools


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


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


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


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


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


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?


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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