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A=COM <br /> 4.2.2 Employees shall be instructed on the PPE requirements for the applicable tasks. Refer to <br /> S3AM-208-PR1 Personal Protective Equipment. <br /> 4.3 General Use of Compressed Air or Gas <br /> 4.3.1 Compressed air or other compressed gases are not to be used to blow dirt, chips, or dust from <br /> clothing while it is being worn. Compressed air used for other types of cleaning (other than <br /> clothing/persons)is to be limited to 30 psig. <br /> 4.3.2 The use of blown compressed air is to be controlled, and proper personal protective equipment or <br /> safeguards utilized, to protect against the possibility of eye injury to the operator or other persons. <br /> 4.3.3 Compressed air or gases are not to be used to empty containers of liquids. <br /> 4.3.4 Compressed gases are not to be used to elevate or otherwise transfer any hazardous substance <br /> from one container to another unless the containers are designed to withstand the operating gas <br /> pressure with a safety factor of at least four. <br /> 4.3.5 Compressed cylinders of unknown content will not be opened, but will be returned to the supplier, <br /> manufacturer or equivalent. <br /> 4.4 Air Compressor Operations <br /> 4.4.1 Air compressor equipment should be operated only by authorized and trained employees. <br /> 4.4.2 The air intake should be from a clean, outside,fresh air source. Screens or filters can be used to <br /> clean the air. <br /> 4.4.3 Air compressors should never be operated at speeds faster than the manufacturer's <br /> recommendation. <br /> 4.4.4 Equipment should not become overheated. <br /> 4.4.5 Moving parts, such as compressor flywheels, pulleys, and belts that could be hazardous should be <br /> effectively guarded. <br /> 4.4.6 Keep the air supplied tools clean and dry. Dust, moisture, and corrosive fumes can damage tools. <br /> 4.4.7 Keep tools clean, lubricated, and maintained according to manufacturer's instructions. <br /> 4.4.8 Only use attachments and accessories recommended by the manufacturer. <br /> 4.4.9 Review the manufacturer's instruction before using a tool. <br /> 4.4.10 Post warning signs where pneumatic tools are used. <br /> 4.4.11 Set up screens or shields in areas where nearby workers may be exposed to flying fragments, <br /> chips, dust, and excessive noise. <br /> 4.4.12 Be aware of proper handling and ergonomics while using the tool. <br /> 4.4.13 Reduce physical fatigue by supporting heavy tools with a counter-balance wherever possible. <br /> 4.4.14 Refer to S3AM-114-ATT1 Compressor Safety for additional information. <br /> 4.5 Air Hoses <br /> 4.5.1 Use the proper hose and fittings of the correct diameter. <br /> 4.5.2 Use hoses specifically designed to resist abrasion, cutting, crushing and failure from continuous <br /> flexing. <br /> 4.5.3 Choose air-supply hoses that have a minimum working pressure rating of 1035 kPa (150 psig)or <br /> 150%of the maximum pressure produced in the system,whichever is higher. <br /> 4.5.4 Check hoses regularly for cuts, bulges and abrasions. Tag and replace, if defective. <br /> 4.5.5 Blow out the air line before connecting a tool. Hold hose firmly and blow away from yourself and <br /> others. <br /> Compressed Gases(S3AM-114-PR1) <br /> Revision 3 September 30,2020 <br /> PRINTED COPIES ARE UNCONTROLLED. CONTROLLED COPY IS AVAILABLE ON COMPANY INTRANET. 3 of 12 <br />