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Flammable - OBSERVE NO SMOKING POLICY. Irritation of the mouth and throat may result from swallowing. The main hazard from swallowing arises if liquid aspiration Liquid contact dries the skin and can cause irritation or dermatitis. Splashes in the eye may be slightly irritating. In normal circumstances the low volatility does not give rise to harmful vapors. Exposure to mists and vapors from If swallowed, DO NOT induce vomiting - SEEK IMMEDIATE MEDICAL ATTENTION. Gas Cylinders Gases such as oxygen, acetylene, argon and propane are normally stored in cylinders at pressures of up to 138 bar (13800 Cylinders should be stored in well ventilated enclosures, and protected from ice and snow or direct sunlight. Fuel gases, Care should be exercised to prevent leaks from gas cylinders and lines and also to avoid sources of ignition. Only trained personnel should undertake work involving gas cylinders. General Workshop Tools and Equipment It is essential that all tools and equipment are maintained in good condition and the correct safety equipment is used Never use tools or equipment for any purpose other than that for which they were designed. Never overload equipment Do not use damaged or defective tools or equipment, particularly high speed equipment such as grinding wheels. A Wear suitable eye protection when using grinding, chiselling or sand blasting equipment. Wear a suitable breathing mask when using abrasive blasting equipment or using spraying equipment. Make sure there is adequate ventilation to control dusts, mists and fumes. High Pressure Air, Lubrication and Oil Test Equipment Always keep high pressure equipment in good condition, and regularly maintained, particularly at joints and unions. Never direct a high pressure nozzle, for example diesel injector, at the skin as the fluid may penetrate to the underlying Jacking Always refer to the Jacking and Lifting section of this manual prior to raising the vehicle off the ground. When vehicle is to be raised by means of a jack, ensure that it is standing on level ground, that parking brake is applied WARNING: Do not work on or under a vehicle supported only by a jack. Always support the vehicle on safety stands. Ensure that hoists have sufficient load capacity for the weight of the vehicle. Legal Aspects There are many laws and regulations relating to health and safety in the use and disposal of materials and equipment in a For a safe working environment and to avoid environmental pollution, workshops should be familiar, in detail, with the Lubricants and Greases Avoid all prolonged and repeated contact with mineral oils. All lubricants and greases may be irritating to the eyes and Used Engine Oil Prolonged and repeated contact with engine oil will result in the removal of natural fats from the skin, leading to dryness, Do not employ used engine oils as lubricants or for any application where appreciable skin contact is likely to occur. |