Shop SafetyShop Safety

What is Safety?

• Freedom from danger, risks or accidents that may result in injury, death or permanent damage

Safety in the Work PlaceSafety in the Work Place• Tasks in the shop involve the use of various

tools and machinery. Each tools and machinery poses different hazards; so special precautions need to be taken to avoid accidents.

Understanding Safety

How can we keep ourselves safe?

• Personal safety is the most important aspect in shop safety. Several different safety devices are available to provide safety. They will only work when properly used.

• Eye ProtectionEye Protection• Hearing ProtectionHearing Protection• Protective ClothingProtective Clothing

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PERSONAL SAFETYPERSONAL SAFETY• Safety GlassesSafety Glasses: Offers minimum protection to

the face. However, they are first line of defense for the eyes.

• For welding you will be using chipping goggles and a welding helmet

Safety Glasses must be worn at all times Safety Glasses must be worn at all times in the shop!!!!!!in the shop!!!!!!

HEARING PROTECTIONHEARING PROTECTION

• Many tools and machinery create loud noises. Many tools and machinery create loud noises.

• Ear muffs or plugs should be used to protect Ear muffs or plugs should be used to protect your hearing.your hearing.

• Cal- OSHA has established that the maximum Cal- OSHA has established that the maximum noise level is 90 (dB) for eight hoursnoise level is 90 (dB) for eight hours

HEARING PROTECTIONHEARING PROTECTION

Duration Per Day in HoursDuration Per Day in Hours Sound Level in dBSound Level in dB

8 906 953 972 1001 ½ 1021 105½ 110¼ or less 115

None Over 115

PROTECTIVE CLOTHINGPROTECTIVE CLOTHING

• The amount and type of clothing varies depending on the work being done.

• Clothing should fit properly with no frays or ragged areas.

• Clothing should be clean and free from oils or grease.

• ClothingClothing: aprons, shop-coats, coveralls, etc.

No shorts, skirts, dresses or ragged No shorts, skirts, dresses or ragged clothing are allowedclothing are allowed

PROTECTIVE CLOTHINGPROTECTIVE CLOTHING

• FootwearFootwear- leather shoes are recommended; closed toed shoes with backs are the least requirement.

• Do not wear loose clothing, shirt tails, and unbuttoned sleeves around power equipment.

• Do not wear clothes that you do not want to get dirty.

Absolutely, Absolutely, NONO open toed shoes, flip flops, or high open toed shoes, flip flops, or high heels will be worn in the shopheels will be worn in the shop

PROTECTIVE CLOTHINGPROTECTIVE CLOTHING

• GlovesGloves: provide protection to the hands from heat and cold.

• Hard HatsHard Hats: : are needed when objects are being moved overhead or flying objects can be encountered.

• Masks and RespiratorsMasks and Respirators: Should be worn to filter out dust, fumes and particles from the air.

Safety Comes First!!Safety Comes First!!• 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.• Turn off machines when not in use or

during repair.

Safety Comes First!!Safety Comes First!!

• 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.• Know where fire escapes and fire

extinguishers are.

How can we prevent How can we prevent ACCIDENTS?ACCIDENTS?

SAFETY COLORSSAFETY COLORS

RedRed OrangeOrange YellowYellow

BlueBlue Green Green BlacBlackk anand d YeYellowllow Strip Stripeses

Black and Black and White StripesWhite Stripes

WhiteWhite GrayGray

These colors are used to alert people of These colors are used to alert people of certain objects and danger or hazards.certain objects and danger or hazards.These colors are used to alert people of These colors are used to alert people of certain objects and danger or hazards.certain objects and danger or hazards.

SAFETY COLORSSAFETY COLORS• RedRed: Danger (Red is used to identify areas or

items of danger or emergency such as safety switches and fire equipment).

• OrangeOrange:: Warning (Orange is used to designate machines hazards such as edges and openings).

SAFETY COLORSSAFETY COLORS

• YellowYellow: Caution (Yellow is used is used to identify parts of machines, such as wheels, levers and knobs that adjust the machine.

• BlueBlue: Information (Blue is used as signs of warning or caution): Out Of OrderOut Of Order

• GreenGreen: Safety (Safety equipment, safety areas, first aid and medical practice).

SAFETY COLORSSAFETY COLORS

• Black and Yellow Stripes: Designated for Radiations Hazards

• WhiteWhite: Traffic Areas-Arrows show direction of traffic

• White and Black Stripes: Traffic markings, Barricades

• GrayGray: Floors- Floors of the work area

FIRE TRIANGLEFIRE TRIANGLE

FIRE PREVENTIONFIRE PREVENTION• Basic Steps in Fire PreventionBasic Steps in Fire Prevention:

Store fuels in approved containersStore fuels away from other materials that burn

easilyUse fire only in safe surroundingRemove one of the fire triangle elements

CLASSES OF FIRESCLASSES OF FIRES• Class AClass A:: Wood, paper, cloth, trash, plastics:

Solid combustible materials that are not metals.

• Class BClass B:: Flammable liquids: gasoline, oil, greaseAny non-metal in a liquid state, on fire.

• Class CClass C:: Flammable Gasses: bFlammable Gasses: butane, acetylene, hydrogen, natural gas and methane

• Class DClass D: Combustible Metals: Combustible Metals: Metals that burn. Only class D will put out metal fires.

Emergencies Or Accidents

1)1) Notify the TeacherNotify the Teacher

2)2) Keep Everyone CalmKeep Everyone Calm

3)3) Set Off the Fire AlarmSet Off the Fire Alarm

4)4) Call the Fire DepartmentCall the Fire Department

5)5) Clear the AreaClear the Area

6)6) Use Fire Extinguishers if instructed to.Use Fire Extinguishers if instructed to.

HousekeepingHousekeeping• Cleaning work areas• Sweeping—prevent slips and falls• Keeping designated walking areas clear of

debris• Restoring equipment and tools after job is

completed

General ManagementGeneral Management• Safety programs—training, meetings, etc.• MSDS sheets• Emergency phone numbers

BehaviorBehavior• Most accidents are caused by carelessness• Caused by human error• Refrain from getting involved in poor

shop behavior:scuffling playing with toolstripping runningpushing hurrying projects disobeying shop rules loud talking

Shop Safety RulesShop Safety Rules

Keep all hand tools sharp, clean and in safe working order.

Report any defective tools, machines or other equipment to the instructor.

Operate a hazardous machine only after receiving proper safety instruction.

Shop Safety RulesShop Safety Rules• Report all accidents to the instructor

regardless of the nature or severity.

Turn off the power before leaving a machine tool.

Disconnect power from machine tools before performing maintenance or making adjustments.

Shop Safety RulesShop Safety Rules• Use solvents and cleaning materials only

after learning about their properties and correct method of use.

Use correctly, properly fitted hand tools.

Shop Safety RulesShop Safety Rules• Use tools only for the use intended

Keep the shop floor clean of scraps and litter.

Store oily rags in an approved safety container.

Shop Safety RulesShop Safety Rules• Clean up spilled liquids IMMEDIATELY!

Keep tools picked up and stored properly when not in use.

Only the operator should start the machine.

Shop Safety RulesShop Safety Rules• Do not stand in line of a revolving tool or

flywheel.

Keep you mind on the job when using power tools; avoid conversation with other students.

Know the location of fire extinguishers and how to operate them.

Shop Safety RulesShop Safety Rules• Do not use defective electrical equipment,

extension cords, plugs etc..

A Clean and Orderly ShopA Clean and Orderly Shop

• Keep machinery and equipment arranged to permit safe and efficient work practices and ease of cleaning.

Keep projects arranged orderly to permit clean walkways and eliminate safety hazards.

Clean and Orderly ShopClean and Orderly Shop• Keep materials and supplies safely stacked

or stored in proper places.

Keep work benches and working areas free of debris and other hazards.

Clean and Orderly ShopClean and Orderly Shop• Keep the floor clean and free from

obstructions and slippery substances.

Keep aisles, traffic areas and exits free from materials and other debris.

Clean and Orderly ShopClean and Orderly Shop• Properly dispose of combustible materials

or store in approved safety containers.

Oily rags should be stored in self-closing containers.

Clean and Orderly ShopClean and Orderly Shop• Students should receive instruction in and

understand the proper procedures to follow in keeping the shop clean and orderly.

Sufficient brooms, brushes and other housekeeping equipment should be readily available.

Welding FumesWelding Fumes• Welding fumes can be harmful to the welder

causing implications such as:– Irritation of the respiratory tract– Metal fume fever– A condition known as siderosis– Slightly increase the risk of lung cancer

• For these reasons, one should take precaution with welding fumes

Welding FumesWelding Fumes

• Welding should be done in a well ventilated area

• Should attempt to control fumes at the source– Common ways

• Extracted benches• Local exhaust

ventilation

Common Ventilation PracticesCommon Ventilation Practices

Extracted bench method Local exhaust ventilation

Examples of Welding PracticesExamples of Welding Practices

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