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F. When handling copy machine toner,keep it away from your face and Tool and Machine Safety eyes,and wash your hands afterwards. G. Never remove the guard from a guard a paper gutter. 1. General Safety. 6. Electrical Hazards A. Do not wear loose clothing,jewelry,chains,rings,watches or any articles A. Never overload electrical outlets which may get caught in moving machinery. B. All electrical equipment and tools should be properly grounded. B. Long hair should be tied back and covered so that it will not become C. Never use a cord which is frayed or broken. entangled in moving machinery. D. Never use receptacles which show signs of sparking or are not covered C. Do not leave machinery operating when unattended. 7. Extension Cords D. Use only equipment for which you have been trained. A. Never use extension cords in lieu of permanent wiring circuits. E. Do not perform tasks for which you do not have proper training B. Never connect multiple extension cords together F. Do not carry tools in pockets. C. If an extension is absolutely necessary,use a properly rated chord. G. Always carry tools with sharp end pointed down. D. Avoid use of extension cords to add electrical equipment to receptacles H. Keep work area clean and clear debris,with excess oil and oil soap E. Never run extension cords across walkways,or under carpeting or areas cleaned up and disposed of properly. where it can be squeezed,compressed,or damaged. I. Keep machines and tools clean,especially around the electrical boxes. 8. Visual Display Terminals(VDTs) Before cleaning a piece of equipment disconnect power.Use lockout and A. Position the keyboard so that the wrists are fairly straight while you work. tag procedures if the disconnects view or someone could energize the B. Arms should be at a comfortable angle to minimize back strain. equipment without your knowledge. C. Adjust your chair so that your feet touch the floor comfortably.Use a J. Machines which use copious amounts of cooling or cutting oil need to footrest if necessary have an oil absorbent around the base of the machine. Absorbent socks D. Adjust the back of your chair so that the small of your back is firmly do an efficient job and are not as messy as loose oil adsorbent products. supported. K. Soiled rags should be stored in an approved metal container which allows E. The top of the screen should be just below eye level. air to circular beneath the can.Soiled rags should not be thrown into F. The screen should tilted backwards slightly(10-20 degrees)unless this receptacles used for other trash. increases glare. 2. Hand tools G. The screen should be approximately 18 inches from your eyes. A. Before using hand tools,always inspect them to be sure they are clean. H. If you use bifocals,choose mono focal or full-width bifocals so that you do Tools in not have to tilt your head back to see the screen. Good,clean condition help avoid slippage from your hand. I. Stretch occasionally and look away from the screen. B. Below is a check list to help you with your visual inspection of tools. J. Whenever possible get up from the VDT several times a day and do other (1). Worn,broken teeth of pliers,pipe wrenches,adjustable wrenches. types of work. (2). Sprung jaws. 9. Fire Protection (3). Loose handles and grips. A. Stacked paper bums more slowly than loosely laid paper.Concentrated, (4). Cracks or splinters. well organized storage reduces the spread of fire. (5). Mushroom heads on chisels,driftpins,wedges. B. Never cover heater registers or other heat sources such as computer (6). Loose heads,or missing wedges on hammers and nails. ventilation areas with papers or combustibles. C. Tools which do not pass your visual inspection should be taken out of C. Never place space heaters under desks. service and D. Always turn off space heaters when leaving the area. repaired if possible. E. Keep heat sources i.e.heaters,coffee pots,hot plates,smoking material 3. Powertools—Hand Operated,Electrical,Pneumatic,Hydraulic,and Fuel out of combustible material storage areas. Powered F. Always place coffee pots,hot plates,etc.,on heat resistant surfaces and A. Before you operate any powertool you should perform a visual inspection. unplug after use. Below is a list to assist you in your inspection. G. Flammable liquids of any kind must be stored in special containers and/or (1). Cracks or leaks in electrical cords,air hoses,or hydraulic lines. cabinets. (2). Loose handles. (3). Cracked housing. (4). Loose or missing screws in housing.