Safety at Workshop

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What is Safety?Taking precautions to prevent and eliminate injuries, accidents and hazardous situations

Why?

Safety of

myself

Safety of the facility

Safety of

others

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How?

Behavioural ethics

Safety regulations

Protective gear

Vigilance

Proper attire

Housekeeping

Ergonomics

Operational safety

Behavioural Ethics

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Always follow the instructions and safety regulations. Be mindful of you actions. Avoid acts which may startle others or lead to accidents

such as running, throwing things, or tripping others. No playing around or joking!

Take note of the displayed instructions, warning signs or barriers.

Always be aware of the environment. Be attentive to the machines, other people in the

workshop, and potential hazards.

Vigilance

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Overalls & Aprons

Protective Gear

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Safety shoes

HelmetsGoggles

Face shields

Gloves

Ear muffs

Proper Attire

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Inacceptable Loose fitting clothing Jewellery Long sleeved clothes Sandals Neckties

Acceptable

Wear neat and well fitted clothes

Wear shoes at all times Long hair must be tied up or

covered with a cap Wear proper safety gear

Safety Regulations

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Always seek instructions before using an unfamiliar machine or equipment.

Use machines and equipment only for their intended purpose.

Smoking, eating and drinking is strictly prohibited. Any defective equipment must be reported immediately. Tools and equipment must be kept in their proper locations

after use. Keep the environment clean and tidy. Wear the proper attire and safety gear within the workshop.

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Fire extinguishers Workshop procedure to

follow in case of a fire Proper storage and

handling of inflammable materials

Fires Electricity

Verify power is off when making repairs

Avoid wearing items such as jewellery when you might come in contact with energised parts

materialsBio-hazardous

materials

Be aware of their properties when handling potentially hazardous materials

Store them in proper places with warning signals

Ergonomics

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Lift and carry heavy objects correctly to avoid injuries to back and knees.

Avoid operating machines in potentially unsafe positions.

Ensure that proper lighting and ventilation conditions exist within the workshop.

Organise the work area to reduce the amount of motion required.

Operational Safety

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Adhere to the specified operating procedure when using machines and equipment.

Check whether the guards and safety mechanisms are functional and properly in place.

Immediately clean up in case of a spillage of chemicals, coolants or lubricants.

Clean the machines and the surrounding area immediately after use.

Do not leave tools lying around after using them. Replace them in proper locations.

Keep aisles and floors clear and free of any tripping hazards.

Maintain a neat working area.

Housekeeping

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Use common sense!Use common sense!Use common sense!Use common sense!