10/19
CH18FT
Made in China to TQB Brands Pty Ltd specifications
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STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURE
DO NOT use this machine unless you have been trained and assessed to a competent level in its safe use and operation, and
have been given permission to use this
PRE-OPERATIONAL SAFETY CHECKS
1.
Keep guards in place and in good working order
2.
Keep drill press in good working order, follow lubricating and changing accessories instructions
3.
Use recommended accessories only, failure to do so may damage the drill press and/or may risk
injury
4.
Remove adjusting keys & wrenches from the drill press before operating
5.
Ensure the switch is in the OFF position before starting the drill press
6.
Disconnect drill press before performing any maintenance
7.
Keep work area clean, free from hazards and well lit.
8.
Only use the drill press for its intended purpose.
9.
Wear the correct PPE clothing.
10.
Secure work using claims or vice where practical.
11.
Do not overreach, keep proper footing and balance at all times while operating the drill press
12.
Never leave drill press running unattended, always lock the “on – off” switch when not in use
13.
Use only on hard level surfaces capable of sustaining the load.
14.
Ensure that risk assessment has been read.
15.
Check workspace and walkways to ensure no slip-hazards are present.
16.
Faulty equipment must not be used. Immediately report suspect equipment.
OPERATIONAL SAFETY CHECKS
1.
Never leave the machine running unattended.
2.
Before making adjustments or before cleaning sward accumulations switch off and bring the
machine to a complete standstill.
3.
Ensure that the work piece is securely held in a clamped work vice or clamped directly to the
table.
4.
Feed downwards at a sufficient rate to keep the drill cutting.
5.
Feed with care as the drill breaks through the underside of the work.
6.
Use a safe working posture (beware of hair catching).
HOUSEKEEPING
1.
Switch off the machine.
2.
Return all tooling and fixtures to the correct storage location.
3.
Display a completed “Equipment in Use” notice if the machine is set up and/or in use but
unattended.
4.
Leave the machine and work are in a safe, clean and tidy state after job is completed.
5.
Return surplus material to stock and dispose of waste material in an appropriate recycling or
waste bin.
POTENTIAL HAZARDS
Hair/clothing entanglement – rotating spindle/drill
Flying swarf/chips
Eye injuries
Sharp edges and burrs
High noise levels when drilling some materials
Distracting operator
Removal or modification of safety devices
Using equipment with lapsed test tag
Safety glasses must be worn when
operating this equipment
Long loose hair must be contained when
operating this equipment
Safety footwear must be worn when
operating this equipment
Close fitting/protective clothing must be
worn when operating this equipment
Rings and jewellery must not be worn
when operating this equipment
Hearing protection must be worn where
noise levels are in excess of 85 dB(A)
occupational exposure limit
Gloves must not be worn when
machine is operating. Machine to be at
standstill if gloves required for manual
operations.
