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Telecommunications Market
™ General Safety Instruction for Optical
Fibres Products
Disposal/ Recycling
This device/component/product must be recycled or disposed of at the end of its life according to local regulations.
! WARNING
[Safety instruction for products which are in installed in
manholes
or with the use of a
ladder
.]
- Planning: Plan the job with safety in mind. Walk out areas to be cabled and identify potential hazard sites.
If in doubt, consult the person in your organization responsible for safety.
- Secure the work area: Ensure that the work area is safe before, during and after the installation.
Before commencement of any work, set out cones or safety tape as appropriate where cables will be pulled.
Arrange tools so as not to create a hazard.
! CAUTION
This safety information contains instructions for personal safety and avoidance of property damage.
Appropriate transport, storage and installation are a precondition for safe and proper use of the product.
Read the whole of the information, safety instructions and installation instructions carefully before the installation of this product.
If the product is supplied with options, integrate them into the assembly at the correct point.
The installation procedures presume a general knowledge of fibre optic installation and fibre optic working procedures.
Splicing and cable preparation should be carried out according to approved local practice and your company's instructions.
Use the correct tools to avoid damage to the cable or fibres.
! WARNING
[Warning used for products which may be wall mounted]
The installer is responsible
for the safe installation of the product. Use the correct fixing material.
Before installation check that the load rating of the wall is suitable for the product weight and fixing materials.
Before drilling holes, ensure that the selected area of wall has no concealed electrical conductors, gas or water pipes or other structures.
If not professionally installed, there is a risk of injury.
! CAUTION
Fibre Cable Handling / Bare Fibre Handling /
Protective Eyewear
Optical fibre may be damaged by excessive tensile, compressive and bending forces.
Consult the manufacturer's instructions for proper handling.
Always wear safety glasses when installing and servicing optical fibre.
Safety glasses must have side shields to protect your eyes from fibre shards or splinters.
Cleaved glass fibres are sharp and may pierce the skin. Treat broken optical fibres in the same way as glass shards.
Use tweezers to collect any fibre shards and dispose of them according to your company's safety practices.
Do not touch your eyes while working with fibre optic systems until you have washed your hands.
! CAUTION
Invisible Laser Radiation Hazard
Exposure to laser radiation may cause eye damage.
To reduce the risk:
- Avoid direct exposure to laser light.
- Do not look directly into the end of a fibre, a fibre plug or the open end of a coupling using the naked eye or a direct view microscope without
prior assurance that the light/source is switched off.
! CAUTION
[Safety statement for products with contain gel (e.g. index matching gel; gel filled strips, gel for sealings).]
Equipment/ device contains gel/ fluid which might cause the following potential health effects:
- Eye contact - may cause irritation.
First Aid: Flush thoroughly with water for at least 15 minutes.
- Skin contact - repeated or prolonged skin contact may cause irritation.
First Aid: Remove contaminated clothing.
Wash exposed area with soap and water.
Get medical attention if symptoms persist.
! CAUTION
[Safety statement for the installation of heavy products]
In order to minimize
excessive muscle stress
, which could lead to minor or moderate injuries, the appropriate hoisting technology and aids
should be used during assembly.
! WARNING
Pressure Leak Test
To avoid possible risk with high pressure during a leak test:
Apply no more than 0.5 bar of pressure to the closure in a controlled manner.
Higher pressure may lead to mechanical damage, cracks or fragmentation which may injure the installer or bystanders.
Wear safety glasses during the test.
! WARNING
This product is not designed and not certified to be used in
explosive areas
.
Using this product in explosive areas might cause serious injury or death caused by explosion.
Never use / install this product in explosive areas.
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