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Ag Mechanics Safety. Safety is no accident. Important Rules and Regulations. Good programs are based upon standards which are supported by rules and regulations. Good habits are developed by obeying good rules. Purpose of Shop Rules. Protect students and others in the shop Protect equipment
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Ag Mechanics Safety Safety is no accident
Important Rules and Regulations • Good programs are based upon standards which are supported by rules and regulations. • Good habits are developed by obeying good rules.
Purpose of Shop Rules • Protect students and others in the shop • Protect equipment • Keep tools conditioned • Develop Skills by using equipment properly • Learn respect for tools and good workmanship • To develop positive attitudes resulting in proper shop behavior. • Learn good housekeeping.
Flying Objects Burns Radiant Energy Cuts & Punctures Electrical Shock Slips & Falls Compressed Air Chemicals Vapors Crush Hazards Rotating Tools & Machines Bio Hazards Explosions Fire Hazards on the Job Site
Flying Objects • Sparks • Debris • Sawdust • Tools when Wicker Gets MAD!
Burns • Very Common and Painful • First, Second, and 3rd degree • Nose and Ears • Burns Caused by Radiant Energy
Radiant Energy • Light • Ultraviolet – Not Visible • Infrared – Not visible • Visible Light • Arc Welding produces all 3 types
Cuts and Punctures • Metal • Wire • Splinters • Welding rods • First Aid Immediately
Electrical Shock • Rubber Sole Shoes • Damaged Insulation • Properly Grounded Equipment • GFCI • Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter • NEC • UL approved
Slips and Falls • Damp Floors • Poor Footing • Poor Footwear • Overreaching • Hurrying
Compressed Air • Damage Eyes and Ears Easily • Cleaning Equipment • Too Much Pressure • Kinking the Hose • Death
Chemicals • Acid • Cleaners • Solvents • Fuel – Gasoline • Paint & Thinner • Pesticides
Vapors • Chemical Vapors • Galvanized metal • Contaminated Metal • Poisonous Fumes – Paint, etc.
Crush Hazards • Falling Material • Tractor Pinch Points • Feet, Hands, Fingers • Structural Failure • Overloads
Rotating Tools and Machines • Proper Clothing • Warning Labels • Hair • Ties • Make sure tools are Properly Adjusted.
Bio Hazards • Needles • Blood • Manure • Urine • Organic matter • Bacterial Infection
Explosions • Closed Containers • Contaminated Containers • Improper Grounding of Welder • Build up of Fumes • Oxygen Reactions to Oil.
Keep Flammables picked up. Know where extinguishers are. Frayed Clothing Hair Oily Clothing Fire extinguishers Type A – Wood, Paper, Cloth Type B – Liquids Type C – Electrical ABC – Multipurpose, dry chemical. Fire
Ventilation • Prevent build up of harmful vapors • Open a door • Use a Fan • Prevent build up of Flammable Vapors
Protecting the Learner and Others • Safety Glasses • ANSI Z87.1 • Everyone must wear them at ALL TIMES! • Permanent Eye damage can result from not wearing Eye Protection.
Protecting the Learner and Others • Clothing • Wear the proper clothing for the job. • Proper fit • Good Condition • Protects the learner from: • Heat , Cold, Sparks, Flame, Flying Debris, Harmful Light, Sharp Objects, Electrical Shock, Caustic Liquids, & biohazards.
Protecting the Learner and Others • Boots & Shoes • Protection from: • Sparks, Heat, Flame, and Cold • Electrical Shock • Crush Hazards • Harsh Liquids and biohazards • Cuts, Punctures, & other injuries • Slips and Falls • Should be leather, Non-skid boots in the Shop
Protecting the Learner and Others • Other Safety Equipment • Welding Helmet • #10 Shaded Lens • Gloves – Gauntlet Style • Hats – Debris, Sparks, Heat, Protect Hair • Respirators when needed. • Hearing Protection
Good Housekeeping • A clean shop will keep you clean and safe. • We will sweep EVERY DAY!! • Don’t sweep debris out the door!! • Clean and put tools in their proper place. • Take care of the Equipment.
General Safety Tips • Use your head – Common Sense • NO HORSEPLAY!!!!! • Properly Fitting Clothes • No Jewelry on you hands • Keep Tools in proper working condition • Sharp Tools are Safer that Dull Tools • Use tools for the Job it was intended for
General Safety Tips • Make sure you know how to use the tool • If a tool breaks, Tell Mr. Wicker! • Keep both hands behind the cutting edge • Keep out of “Danger Zones” when not using a machine • Don’t Bother anyone when they are working
General Safety Tips • Store all Tools in a definite Place • Don’t force Tools • Don’t abuse Cords • Secure your work • Take Your time!!!!! • No Art Work or Graffiti allowed!!
General Safety Tips • Most Importantly – • Pay Attention • Stay Focused • Don’t Goof Around • Use your Head!
Mature attitudes and behavior resulting in a safe shop. Work Hard Stay Busy Be a person of good character Be Respectful Realize that it is everyone’s job to keep the shop clean & safe. The shop is a place to be serious, it is not a playground. My Expectations of YOU
Take Pride In Doing A Job Well • We don’t turn out junk!!
Remember, Always Pay attention to those around you!! You never know what might be around the corner.