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 3 rd 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.