Workshop Safety Rules
Workshop Safety Rules
Workshop Safety Rules
1.Always listen carefully to the teacher and follow instructions. 2. Do not run in the workshop, you could bump into another pupil and cause an accident. 3. Know where the emergency stop buttons are positioned in the workshop. If you see an accident at the other side of the workshop you can use the emergency stop button to turn off all electrical power to machines. 4. Always wear an apron as it will protect your clothes and hold lose clothing such as ties in place. 5. Wear good strong shoes. training shoes are not suitable. 6. When attempting practical work all stools should be put away. 7. Bags should not be brought into a workshop as people can trip over them. 8. When learning how to use a machine, listen very carefully to all the instructions given by the teacher. Ask questions, especially if you do not fully understand. 9. Do not use a machine if you have not been shown how to operate it safely by the teacher. 10. Always be patient, never rush in the workshop. 11. Always use a guard when working on a machine. 12. Keep hands away from moving/rotating machinery. 13. Use hand tools carefully, keeping both hands behind the cutting edge. 14. Report any damage to machines/equipment as this could cause an accident
Equip welding machines with power disconnect switches for quick shut off. Disconnect the power to the machine before making repairs. Proper grounding of welding machines is essential. Electrode holders should not be used if they have: Loose cable connections Defective jaws Poor insulation Remove rods when the job is finished.
using it. 19. Wear safety eye protection while drilling. 20. Let the spindle stop of its own accord after turning the power off. Never try to stop the spindle with your hand. 21. Plexiglass and other brittle plastics can be difficult to drill. Ask the shop superintendent for advice on drill and coolant selection when drilling these materials.
Always wear safety goggles. 1. Always chip away from yourself and others. 2. Hold work securely in a bench vise. 3. Saw work close to the vise jaws with normal pressure. 4. Tighten a vise only with hand pressure. 5. Do not use a chisel with mushroomed head. 6. Use file with handle only. 7. If work is dangerous, let others know by a mark or notice. 8. Place sharp or pointed object in a way to avoid injury. 9. Chips and filing must be removed by a brush. 10. Remove all burrs from work before handling. 11. Do not used hammer with loose handle. 12. Never strike two hardened surfaces together. 13. Report accident immediately to persons in charge. 14.