PNEUMATIC TOOL
SAFETY TALK | SAFETY PRECAUTIONS | SAFETY WITH PNEUMATIC TOOLS
NAPO SAFETY TRAINING - STOP THE NOISE
All the Pneumatic tools offer great versatility and the capability to get a job done quickly and efficiently. As with any energized equipment there is the potential for harm to people or property.
In this page we
will discuss about the basic handling, use and storage techniques that will
minimize potential hazards created by these pneumatic tools.
Proper use of Pneumatic Tools
Always read
the manufacturer supplied manual before operating the pneumatic tool.
Always wear all
the appropriate PPE. Mandatory use of safety glasses/goggles, hearing
protection and safety shoes is required. (Face protection, and abrasive gloves
may also be needed)
Never use
compressed air for cleaning
Never point
the nozzle at another person or yourself, rust particles can be discharged from
the compressor at a high velocity causing injury to you and others.
Attachments in the Pneumatic Tools
Always double check
to ensure the attachment is securely connected to the hose.
A positive
locking device, chain or a short wire attaching the tool and hose is
recommended for added protection.
Attachments
that shoot fasteners at pressures greater than 100 psi need to be equipped with
a device that only ejects fasteners when the muzzle is pressed up against the
work surface.
Hoses
If you are using
a hose greater than 1/2” diameter, a safety excess flow valve must be installed
at the source of the air supply.
Use hoses that
have a minimum working pressure rating of 150% the maximum pressure produced by
the compressor.
Always inspect
hoses on a regular basis for bulges, cuts, cracks etc.
Confined Space Entry Safety Procedure
Use hoses that
are resistant to abrasion, crushing, and cutting.
Blow any air
out of the line before attaching a tool.
When using hoses, minimize trip hazards and protect the physical condition of the hose to the best of your ability to avoid the mechanical damage.
Air
Compressors
Do not adjust
air pressure greater than the attachments rating and manufacturer
recommendations
Drain the tank
after 4 hours of use to prevent water build up which could lead to rust in
compressors.
Always allow
engine to completely cool before refueling.
Use gas powered
compressors only in well ventilated areas.
Electric
compressors need to be plugged into a properly grounded plug (use RCCB/GFCI
when needed)
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