Pneumatic Tool Safety
Today we will discuss the very important topic for the training uploaded and written by QHSE Documents for its visitors. Pneumatic tools play a vital role and have the capability to accomplish and get a job done rapidly and correctly. As with any powered equipment, there is the possibility and potential for harm to assets, environment, people or property. With this toolbox talk, we will discuss initial handling, use and storage techniques to lower the potential hazards posed or created by these power tools.
Proper use of pneumatic tools:
- Read the manufacturer-supplied manual before operating the tool.
- Wear appropriate PPE.
- A baseline of safety glasses/goggles,
- Hearing protection.
- Foot protection-Safety shoes
- Face protection,
- Abrasive
Remember:
- Don’t use compressed air for cleaning unless fitted with an attachment to reduce the pressure at the nozzle to 30 psi.
- Don’t point the nozzle at another person or yourself, rust particles can be discharged from the compressor at a high velocity causing injury
Attachments
- 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 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% of the maximum pressure produced by the compressor.
- Inspect hoses on a regular basis for bulges, cuts, cracks etc. Use hoses that are resistant to abrasion, crushing, and cutting.
- Blow any air out of the line before attaching a tool/equipment.
- When using hoses, minimize trip hazards and protect the physical Condition of the hose to the best of your ability.
Air Compressors
- Do not adjust air pressure greater than the attachments rating drain the tank after 4 hours of use to prevent water build-up which could lead to rust.
- Allow the engine to completely cool before refuelling.
- Only use gas-powered compressors inappropriate and suitable ventilated areas.
- Electric compressors require to be plugged into a correctly grounded plug (use GFCI when needed).
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