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.

Hazards on the Job Site

• Flying Objects• Burns • Radiant Energy• Cuts & Punctures• Electrical Shock• Slips & Falls• Compressed Air

• Chemicals• Vapors• Crush Hazards• Rotating Tools &

Machines• Bio Hazards• Explosions• Fire

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.

Fire

• 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.

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!

My Expectations of YOU

• 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.

Take Pride In Doing A Job Well

• We don’t turn out junk!!

This Ain’t Sanford and Son

Remember, Always Pay attention to those around you!!

You never know what might be around the corner.