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Learning Objectives:
At the end of this INFORMATION SHEET, the students/trainees must be able to:
Interpret the safety procedures in handling tools and equipment.
Cite the important of manual and its safety tips.
Establish effectively maintain tools and equipment.
There are very many of them designed to do one all a number of functions. The design and shape of the tools and equipment should be given proper attention if they are to do their function for which they were made. This brings to mind how to effectively maintain tools and equipment.
10 Equipment Safety Tips
10 Equipment Safety Tips
Keep these tips in mind to avoid accidents when operating equipment in the workplace.
1. Read and comply with the manual. Always thoroughly read the manual for each piece of equipment.
2. Follow and keep up with federal and state laws. These laws are in place to protect both you and the citizens around you, and it’s best to make sure you’re keeping up with changes to avoid fines.
3. Always keep your slow-moving-emblem (SMV) clean, visible and properly mounted. This is an important law. Following it can prevent rear-end collisions while transporting and potentially save a life.
4. Dress appropriately. An untied shoelace, flowing long hair and stray threads from an old shirt have, in the past, led to horrendous injuries when operating equipment. Dressing appropriately can mean reducing risk of such injuries.
5. Ensure you’re well rested. Feeling fatigued when operating equipment can be dangerous. Make sure you’re taking breaks from work when you need rest.
6. Avoid alcohol. Even one drink can affect your ability to operate equipment. Keep alcohol out of the picture until you’re done for the day.
7. Maintain awareness. Stay focused. Be aware of what you are doing and where you are going.
8. Adjust equipment accordingly. This means keeping all guards, shields and access doors in place when operating equipment, and making necessary alterations to equipment to fit operational conditions.
9. Keep children and animals away from working areas. To avoid any disastrous accidents, keep your child’s play area separate from your work area. Don’t let a split-second accident impact your child forever.
10. Read up about equipment safety. Although operators should bear in mind similar safety precautions when using equipment, it’s good to read up about the specifics.
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Why do you have to maintain tools and equipment?
Why do you have to maintain tools and equipment?
They last longer when maintained.
Tools and equipment that are maintained work more efficiently.
When you keep tools and equipment in good shape, you reduce the risk of injury to the operator.
Regular maintenance reduces the cost of maintenance
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