shop safety information andover high school explain how to work safely around these items. list...
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Shop SafetyInformation
Andover High School
Explain how to work safely around these items. List Rules for using each
item?
Dress and Appearance• Loose clothing
– shirts tucked– Sleeves buttoned or
rolled
Mefix yourChevy
Hair
Long hair tiedor put under cap
Jewelry
• Watches
• Rings
• BraceletsHave you ever seen a
Have you ever seen a
mechanic with a missing
mechanic with a missing
finger?finger?
Electrical short to ground!
Electrical short to ground!
Zap!!!Zap!!!
Zap!!!Zap!!!
Your EyesInjuries are usually permanent
OSHA approved safety glasses
Side shields
Face shields
Air guns
Metal chips
Co-workers
Soldering
Soldering
Grinders
Grinders
Shop Equipment
An student must be very observant of the equipment he/she is using.
Report or fix any equipment that is in need of repair for your safety and others
Electrical Cords
• Frayed– shocked . . . wet floor
• Plug ins– three prongs
• for a good ground
• Carefully string cords so they don’t get tripped over
Air Equipment
• Keep hoses in good repair
• Blow guns– pointing at someone– Safety glasses– Skin cuts– Spinning bearings
Vehicles in the shop
• Windows down!Windows down!
• Parking brake!Parking brake!
• In park!In park!
Backing vehicles out of the shop
I didn’t see it. . . . ReallyI didn’t see it. . . . Really
Spills• Clean up right away
– Socks– Cat litter– Empty drain pan as soon as
possible• in approve containers
• Work area must be clean before you go home each evening!
Battery charger
• 1. Safety glasses
• 2. Connect and disconnect when charger is off
• 3. Slow charge
• 4. Batteries emit hydrogen and oxygen gases that can explode when a spark occurs.
• 5. Ask your instructor for demonstration and training before using.
Batteries• Hydrogen fumes
– When?• Charging• Discharging
• Hydrogen BombBomb?
Negative cable 1st off - last on
Engine Fans and Belts
Never stand in line with Never stand in line with them with the engine them with the engine
runningrunning
Do you carry tools in you back pocket?
Never leave a drop light on the carpet, on a seat or
on the plastic dash
60 watts60 watts max..max..
Shop Ventilation
Carbon MonoxideCarbon Monoxide
Effects of CO
• Odorless
• Headache
• Reduced mental alertness
• Dizziness
• Death
Always use exhaust hoses• Connect to in floor
vents
• Keep vents closed when not in use
• Connect to over head hoses
South side of shop
Supplemental shop air system
• Exhaust hoses will not catch all the exhaust. . . .
• Turn on the Supplemental air system whenever an engine is running
Switch is to the right of the door going into the student break room
Hand Tools• Never throw tools • Sharp tools are safer than dull ones • Never use two hammers as a punch• Always be aware of were you are swinging the
hammer• Selecting the right tool can save you • Make sure to use and clean tools that are being
used• Hand tools cause more injuries then power tools
Do not hesitate to say something to another student
who is not being safe
Drills
Drills1. Firm grip on drill
2. Unplug drill before removing or installing drill bit
3. Make sure the key is removed before starting
4. Do not wear loose clothing
5. Secure the work firmly
6. Wear safety glasses
7. Make sure drill is properly grounded
8. Do not stand on wet surface when using a power tool
Drills
• Make sure to secure objects to the table or vise
• Never grab a spinning object
• Use some type of clapping device for small objects
Grinders
Grinders(wire wheel)
• 1. Eye protection must be worn at all times. Safety glasses and Full Face shield recommended
• 2. All guards must be properly adjusted.
• 3. The tool rest must be adjusted to 1/8 from the wheel.
• 4. Do not grind on the side of the grinding wheel.
Grinders (continue)
• 6. Small pieces should be held with vise grip type pliers.
• 7. A wheel that is excessively worn or cracked should be discarded.
• 8. The glass safety shield should be clean, • 9. Stand to one side when starting the
machine.
Impact wrenches
• 1. Safety glasses
• 2. Use only Impact sockets
• 3. Do not over tighten, Know the torque of the bolt you are tightening.
Floor Jack
Jacks
• 1. Inspect before using (oil leaks, missing or loose parts)
• 2. Look up the proper lift points if you do not know where to lift the car.
• 3. Make sure the jack is secure and properly aligned under the car.
• 4. Apply park brake or block wheels so car will not roll
• 5. Never raise car while someone is under it
• Never trust a jack, no safety catches
Jacks (continue)
• 6. After you start to raise the car examine your lift points double check to make sure it is secure plus properly aligned
• 7. Always use a jack stand
Vehicle hoists
Car must be centered– by where the weight
is..– Check book for lift
points – Have instructor
check them – Double check before
going under
Bounce the car from all four corners
• after lifting the car 6”
• Double check before going under
• Make sure safety locks are on and all the way down
Hoists
• 1. Inspect your lift daily
• 2. Do not override the operating control
• 3. Always keep lift area free of obstructions and debris
• 4. Ask your instructor for demonstration and training before using.
Hoists(continue)
• 5. Make sure vehicle is centered and secured before raising it up into the air.
• 6. Make sure locks are engaged before walking underneath
• 7. Before Lowering make sure area is clear and it will not hit anything.
The lift pads must all be screwed in or out so that they contact the car at the same time
Correct lift points
Mitchell on Demand
• Usually located in Suspension and steering– Alignment
• Jacking and hoisting
Computer lab
Jacking a vehicle
Correct lift points ONLY
“Mitchell” is coded for the different types of lifts
Caution on FWD cars
The rear axle has little strength. It’s very easy to bend it out of alignment
Shop air
• 1. Safety glasses
• 2. Do not spin bearings
• 3. Never aim an air hose at another student or at yourself
• 4. Be careful blowing off parts with blind holes it can redirect the air back at you.
Tire Changer
Tire Changer
• 1. Safety glasses
• 2. Use correct lifting technique
• 3. Use a rubber lube to mount and dismount tires
• 4. Ask your instructor for demonstration and training before using.
Disc & Drum Brake lathe
• 1. Safety glasses
• 2. Know proper procedures for operation of lathe before using. Watch a demonstration from the instructor.
Solvent tank
• 1. Safety glasses
• 2. Rubber gloves
• 3. Clean up any spills
Glass Beading Cabinet
It’s Like a sand blasterBut we use glass. Not asCourse (Softer finish)
Glass beads
• 1. Make sure item to be glass beaded are free of water, oil, and greases
• 2. Blow off items with air before opening the door
• 3. Do not point blasting nozzle towards glass
• 4. Ask your instructor for demonstration and training before using.
Glass beads (continue)
• 5. Do not use air nozzle when door is open, close door when done.
• 6. If you blow off an item outside of the glass beader, please use eye protection.
Gasoline
• 1. Store in an approved container (yellow cabinet in storage room)
• 2. Wipe up spills immediately
• 3. Never use as a cleaner.
• 4. When opening fuel lines use safety glasses, relieve fuel pump pressure and wrap a rag around the fuel line.
Liquids spilled on floor
• Clean up immediately with paper towel, rag or floor dry
That’s all folks