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General
Safety Rules to follow |
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| Keep the work area clear of clutter |
| Keep work area well lighted |
| Maintain and keep tools sharpened, oiled and stored
in a safe, dry place |
| Wear ear and eye protection when cutting, sawing,
drilling, or grinding |
| Supervisor should instruct everyone using equipment
on safe procedures before he/she uses them |
| Inspect tools, cords, and accessories regularly |
| Repair or replace problem equipment immediately |
| Use three-prong (3) electric plugs, double insulated
tools, and safety switches |
| Machine guards must be in place and not removed |
| Install and repair equipment only if you are
qualified |
| Use the right tool for the job: for instance, do not
use a screwdriver as a hammer |
| Carry a sharp tool pointed downward or place in tool
belt or toolbox |
| Protect a sharp blade with a shield |
| Store tools in drawers or chests with cutting edge
down |
| Do not wear jewelry or loose clothing, when using
power tools or operating any equipment |
| Use safety glasses, dust masks, hardhats, etc., as
needed |
| All hand-held power-driven tools must be equipped
with "Dead-man" control, so power will automatically be cut off upon
release of the control by the operator |
| Never leave a running tool unattended |
| Train all workers in the proper use of hand and power
tools |
| Tools of a non-sparking material must be used if fire
or explosion hazards exist |
| All fuel-operated tools shall be stopped and allowed
to cool prior to being refueled, serviced, or maintained and proper
venting exercised when used in enclosed spaces |
| Power-grinding machines shall have proper grounding.
Work rests must be kept at a distance not to exceed 1/8" from the wheel
surface |
| All persons using abrasive wheels shall use approved
eye-protective devices. |
| Avoid repetitive motion, hold tools in neutral
position |
