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RISK OF EXPLOSION OR FIRE
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
HOW TO PREVENT IT
• Abrasive tools such
as sanders and
grinders, rotating
tools such as drills,
and impact tools
such as wrenches,
hammers,and
reciprocating saws
are capable of
generating sparks
which could result
in ignition of flam-
mable materials.
• Never operate tools
near flammable
substances such
as gasoline, naptha,
cleaning solvents,
etc.
• Work in a clean,well
ventilated area free
of combustible
materials.
• Never use oxygen,
carbon dioxide or
other bottled gases
as a power source
for air tools.
• Exceeding the
maximum pressure
rating of tools
accessories could
cause an explosion
resulting in serious
injury.
• Use compressed
air regulated to a
maximum pressure
at or below the
rated pressure of
any attachments.
RISK TO BREATHING
(ASPHYXIATION)
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
HOW TO PREVENT IT
• Abrasive tools,
such as grinders,
sanders, and cut-off
tools generate dust
and abrasive mate-
rials which can be
harmful to human
lungs and respira-
tory system.
• Always wear
MSHA/NIOSH
approved, properly
fitting face mask or
respirator when
using such tools.
• Some materials
such as adhesives
and tar contain
chemicals whose
vapors could cause
serious injury with
prolonged
exposure.
• Always work in a
clean, dry, well
ventilated area.
RISK FROM NOISE
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
HOW TO PREVENT IT
• Long term
exposure to noise
produced from the
operation of air
tools can lead to
permanent
hearing loss.
• Always wear ANSI
(S3.19) hearing
protection.
RISK OF INJURY
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
HOW TO PREVENT IT
• Tools left
unattended, or
with the air hose
attached can be
activated by unau-
thorized persons
leading to their
injury or injury to
others.
• Remove air hose
when tool is not in
use and store tool
in a secure location
away from reach
of children and/or
untrained users.
• Air tools can propel
loose objects or
other materials
throughout the
work area.
• Use only parts,
fasteners, and
accessories recom-
mended by the
manufacturer.
• Keep work area
clean and free of
clutter. Keep
children and others
away from work
area during opera-
tion of the tool.
• Keep work area
well lit.
• Air tools can
become activated
by accident during
maintenance or tool
changes.
• Remove air hose
to lubricate, add, or
replace sockets.
• Never carry the tool
by the hose.
• Avoid unintentional
starting. Don’t carry
hooked-up tool with
finger on trigger.
• Repair service
should be done
only by an autho-
rized service repre-
sentative.
• A wrench or a key
that is left attached
to a rotating part of
the tool increases
the risk of personal
injury.
• Remove adjusting
keys and wrench
before turning
the tool on.
• Using inflato
nozzles for duster
applications can
cause serious
injury.
• DO NOT use
inflator nozzles for
duster applications.
• Air tools can cause
the work piece to
move upon contact
leading to injury.
• Use clamps or
other devices
to prevent
movement.
• Loss of control of
the tool can lead to
injury to self or oth-
ers.
• Never operate tool
while under the
influence of drugs
or alcohol.
• Don’t overreach.
Keep proper footing
and balance at all
times.
• Keep handles dry,
clean, and free from
oil and grease.
• Stay alert. Watch
what you are doing.
Use common
sense. Do not
operate tool when
you are tired.
• Poor quality,
improper, or
damaged tools
such as grinding
wheels, chisels,
sockets, drill, etc.,
can fly apart
during operation,
propelling particles
throughout the
work area causing
serious injury.
• Always use tool
attachments rated
for the speed of
the power tool.
• Never use tools
which have been
dropped, impacted
or damaged by use.
• Use only impact
grade sockets on an
impact wrench.
• Do not apply exces-
sive force to thetool
let the tool perform
the work.
