1. Safety
O.H.S.

2. 1. Safety
If lifting is required, lift with your legs, not the back. Get some help for heavy and bulky objects…

3. 2. Safety
Eye protection must be worn when operating any power machinery and when in any situation that could cause an eye injury.

4. 3. Safety
Use extension cords and sockets that are in good condition. Portable lights should be protected by a rubber or neoprene covered steel guard. Ground all portable lights with a third wire. Do not place cords or wires where they may be come tripping hazards. Certain portable cords and lights can be suspended from the ceiling to prevent this from happening. Make sure that all portable electric tools are grounded with a third wire and that the power cords on portable tools are in good condition.

5. 4. Safety
Do not use power tools or equipment until proper and safe use has been fully explained by your instructor. Always use the proper tool for the job. Be sure all guards are in place before using power machinery. Defective tools and equipment should be removed from the shop. Keep the shop and all tools clean and free of grease.

6. 5. Safety
Horseplay of any kind in the auto shop is prohibited. This includes running, scuffling, throwing tools or materials…

7. 6. Safety
Compressed air should be used for its intended purpose. Misusing compressed air equipment or dusting off clothing or work benches with compressed air is extremely dangerous. Flying particles of metal or glass may be blown into eyes or the skin. Compressed air blown into the skin or body openings can cause serious injury or even death.…

8. 7. Safety
When connecting and disconnecting air hoses hold them tightly. Always keep one hand on the air hose…

9. 8. Safety
Wear leather gloves when removing broken pieces of glass and when handling hot objects.

10. 9. Safety
Wipe up any spilled oil, grease or other liquids at once. They are slipping hazards. Use oil absorbent materials on the oily spots.

11. 10. Safety
Report all hazardous conditions to the instructor immediately. All injuries should be reported and treated at once.

12. 11. Safety
Learn the location and use of various fire extinguishers for each type of fire.

13. 12. Safety Use the correct tool for the job.
There are four main rules to follow for hand tool safety, they are:
Use the correct tool for the job.
Wear approved eye protection.
Maintain the tool regularly.
Use the tool properly.

14. The End