PNEUMATIC POWER TOOLS
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1. WS I North Dakota Workforce Safety amp Insurance www workforcesafety com PNEUMATIC POWER TOOLS Always read and understand the instructions before using the equipment 2 Employees will be properly and thoroughly trained before attempting to do any work with any pneumatic tools 3 Never carry a tool by the air hose 4 Never yank the air hose to disconnect it from the receptacle 5 Keep cords and hoses away from heat oil and sharp edges 6 Disconnect tools when not using before servicing and when changing accessories such as blades bits and cutters 7 Keep all observers at a safe distance from the work area 8 Compressed air guns should never be pointed toward anyone The user should never dead end it against him or herself or anyone else 9 Secure work with clamps or a vise freeing both hands to operate the tool 10 Avoid accidental starting Do not hold fingers on the switch button while carrying tools 11 Maintain tools with care Follow instructions in the user s manual for lubricating and changing accessories 12 Be sure to keep good footing and maintain good balance 13 Remove all damaged portable air tools from use and tag them DO NOT USE 14 Appropriate personal protective equipment must be worn to protect against hazards that may be encountered while using pneumatic tools Eye protection is required and face protection is recommended for employees working with pneumatic tools 15 Pneuma2. tic power tools shall be secured to the hose 16 Do not use air hoses to lower or raise tools 17 Keep the lines and connections in good condition 18 Use right size equipment for the job being done 19 When changing bits sockets or attachments the hose shall be disconnected 20 Pneumatic tools that shoot nails rivets or staples and operate at pressures more than 100 pounds per square inch must be equipped with a special device to keep fasteners from being ejected unless the muzzle is pressed against the work surface 21 Airless spray guns that atomize paints and fluids at high pressures 1000 lbs or more per square inch must be equipped with automatic or visual manual safety devices that will prevent pulling the trigger until the safety device is manually released Date June 2003
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