Small Engine Safety - PowerPoint Presentation

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Small Engine SafetySlide2

Vocabulary

Safety- state or condition of being safe, freedom from dangers, risk, or injury Accident- any suddenly occurring, unintentional event which causes injury or property damage First Aid

- immediate, temporary care given the victim of an accident or sudden illness until the services of a physician can be obtained Slide3

Vocabulary

Carbon Monoxide- colorless, odorless, very poisonous, gas formed by incomplete combustionBattery- number of complete electrical cells assembled in one housing or caseService Manual

- professional book giving exact details, tools, and procedures for servicing one or more types of engines Slide4

Vocabulary

Compressed Oxygen- oxygen processed for purity and compressed in bottlesCarburetor/Parts Cleaner- chemical solution for dissolving deposits such as grease, varnish, gum, and paint from parts without damage to the metal Slide5

Vocabulary

OSHA- Occupational Safety and Health ActCPSC- Consumer Product Safety CommissionSlide6

Safety Color Codes

Green- designates location of safety and first aid equipmentYellow- designates caution Orange- designates dangerous parts of equipment with may cut, crush, or shock

Red

- identifies the location of fire fighting equipment

Blue

- designates caution against starting equipment while it is being worked on, or against the use of defective equipment

Ivory

- reflects light and “shows the way” Slide7

Maintaining a Safe and Orderly Shop

Arrange machinery and equipment to permit safe, efficient work practices and ease in cleaningStack or store materials and supplies safely

in proper places

Store

tools

safely in cabinets, racks, or other suitable devices

Keep working

areas

and work

benches

clear and free of debris and other hazardsSlide8

Maintaining a Safe and Orderly Shop

Keep floors clean and free from obstructions and slippery substancesKeep aisles, traffic areas, and

exists

from of material and other debris

Properly

dispose

of combustible materials or store them in

approved

containers

Store

oily rags

in self- closing or spring-lift metal containersSlide9

Maintaining a Safe and Orderly Shop

Know the proper procedures to follow in keeping the work area clean and orderlyHave sufficient brooms, brushed, or other

housekeeping

equipment availableSlide10

Class of Fires

Class A- fires that occur in ordinary combustible materialsWood, rags, garbageClass B- fires that occur with flammable liquids

Gas, oil, grease, paints

Class C

- fires that occur in or near electrical equipment

Motors, switch panels, electrical wiring

Class D

- fires that occur with combustible metals

MagnesiumSlide11

Fire Triangle

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=83J1O1_XBOoSlide12

Types of Fire Extinguishers

Pressurized Water- used on Class A firesCarbon Dioxide- used on Class B and C firesDry Chemical-

used on Class B, C, D fires

Foam

- used on Class A , B fires

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jxt3h5WQ3AsSlide13
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Fire Prevention

Never strike sparks in a room or area where flammable liquids are used or storedUse only approved

safety cans

for storage of flammable liquids and

label

them properly

Do not

fill a

hot or running

engine with gas

Use a commercial

nonflammable cleaner

for cleaning tools and partsSlide15

Fire Prevention

Change any oil or gasoline soaked clothes immediatelyLearn the location and use of fire extinguishers for each class of fire

Dispose of

oil and gas soaked

rags in proper place

Avoid placing

live electrical wires

near fuel lines, carburetors, has tanks, or gas cansSlide16

Oil and Grease

Wipe up at once any spilled oil and greaseDo not direct oil spray toward other workersDo not pour old oil on the ground, or down the sink

Do not oil

an engine while it is

running

or attempt to oil or wipe moving partsSlide17

Eye Protection

Always Wear Eye Protection:Grinding, chipping, or drillingWorking under equipmentOperative abrasive discsCharging batteries or using caustic cleaning compoundsSlide18

Electrical

Any and all dangerous conditions of equipment should be reported to instructorTreat all electrical equipment as “live” until your have checkedUse third wire cords and plugs to

ground

all tools

Check cords, plugs, and sockets

Eliminate cords and wires as

trip hazards

Coil and hang

or store power tools and cords properly

In case of

emergency

be prepared to turn off electrical power switch and/or

main switchSlide19

Air Pressure

Never use compressed air equipment for dusting off clothing or work benchesNever use compressed oxygen in place of compressed airUse compressed air for the purpose for which it is intendedSlide20

Equipment

Do not operate any machine without having been instructed on its useNever start an engine before determining that everyone is in the clearNever start and engine without knowing how to

shut it off

Keep hands and clothing

away

from moving parts

Flywheels, blades, fans, gears, pulleys, belts, chains, PTO’s Slide21

Equipment

Never run an engine in an inadequately ventilated placeIf you lack the proper tool for the job, consult your instructorWear reasonably tight fitting

,

appropriate

clothing while working in the shop

No more- slippers

Always disconnect

and ground the wire from the

spark plug

before inspecting or repairing equipmentSlide22

Equipment

After reassembly be sure all parts, nuts, bolts, and screws are securely in placeUse ear protection as neededSlide23

Batteries

Handle batteries with care and use a battery strap or carrierAlways hold batter upright and set securely so there is no danger of spilling

acid

Never smoke, use and open

flame

, or cause a

spark

on battery terminals

When mixing battery solutions,

always pour acid into water

If acid splashes on you, immediately flush with cold waterSlide24
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Consumer Product Safety Commission

June 30th, 1982- last day walk-behind power lawnmowers could be built or imported for US consumers without complying with the CPSC “Safety Standard for Walking-Behind Power LawnmowersThe standard defines a “walk-behind lawnmower” as a grass cutting machine with a minimum cutting width of

12”Slide26

Consumer Product Safety Commission

The standard specifies performance requirements for most rotary lawnmowers manufactured or imported after June 30, 1982Every affected rotary lawnmower must carry a certification labelA blade control system is required that stops the blade completely within

3

seconds after release of control

The standard specifically applies to the manufacturer and initial sale to consumersSlide27
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4 General Shop Safety Rules

#1- All injuries should be treated at once#2- Safety equipment and shoes should be used and worn as required

#3-

Running or horseplay are not permitted in the shop at any time

#4-

Any and all dangerous conditions or damaged equipment should be reported to the instructor