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Revised: 08/03/2022 2 <br />Job Steps Hazards Actions to Eliminate or Minimize Hazards RAC <br />2. Connect Gauges to HVAC Unit - Compressed gas <br />- Spider bites - venomous (black <br />widow, brown recluse, etc.) <br />- Stinging Insects <br />- Cuts and/or Abrasions <br />- Inhalation of Hazardous <br />Vapors/Gases <br />- Wires, cables, hoses <br />- Improper Connection <br />- Unauthorized/ Untrained <br />personnel <br />1. Visually inspect all connections prior to connecting to ensure <br />everything matches correctly, do not attempt to connect if <br />fittings are broken or compromised. <br />2. Look beneath and around the HVAC unit for the presence of <br />spiders. A lazy or messy web is typical of Black Widows. If <br />found, eradicate using insect spray. <br />3. Check beneath and around the HVAC unit before working on <br />it to ensure there are no Wasps, Hornets or Stinging insects, if <br />necessary remove or eradicate using insect spray or contact a <br />professional exterminator. <br />4. Be aware of sharp corners and edges on HVAC unit, do not <br />reach into areas that could result in a laceration, wear gloves <br />and long sleeve shirt. <br />5. Be sure that connections are tight enough to prevent leaking, <br />work in a ventilated area with plenty of air flow. <br />6. Visually inspect for loose wires, cable or discharge hoses that <br />are associated with HVAC operations and take precautions to <br />prevent damage them or other components. <br />7. Double check all connections to ensure they are not loose or <br />cross-threaded. <br />8. Only HVAC Certified Technician are authorized to work on <br />HVAC Systems. Note: Certificate must be verified prior to <br />performing the task. <br />M <br />Connection to unit <br />NC-25-1137 Tiwana & Sons <br />1210 East Hammer Lane, Stockton, CA 95210