PFC Operation Manual
2. Safety
825160-00 revision B
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Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), Continued
Removal of Locks and Tags
Before lockout/tagout devices are removed and electrical power is restored to the equipment, the
uthorized emp
e the following actions:
Inspect the w
-essential items have been removed and that
ts
r
fely
r
Locks and ta
affected employees immediately after removing locks and tags and before starting
equipment.
izziness or
uffocation in unventilated areas.
ersonal protective equipment such as gloves, eye wear, respirators, self-contained
breathing appa
or related
ent.
C
T
Whenever an
’s environmental procedures must be
fo
e
It may
d air be used for surface cleaning
se
n
proced
er
precautions
sh
d
facility’
at gas must be employed.
he PFC is supplied with two Overpressure Relief Valves. The exhaust from this valve must be
he facility’s local environmental regulations.
a
loyee must tak
ork area to ensure that non
componen
Check the a
positioned o
are intact and capable of operating properly.
ea around the equipment to ensure that all employees have been sa
removed.
gs should only be removed by those employees who attached them. Notify
Gas Hazards
DANGER
Harmful gases may reside in the system. Under certain circumstances, some gases can
leave a flammable or poisonous residue. Refer to the facility’s Material Safety Data
Sheets (MSDS) for these gases and follow the facility’s standard precautions prior to
performing any routine maintenance.
Exposure to gases used in the PFC or related equipment may cause d
s
P
ratus, etc. may be required when working on the PFC
equipm
AU ION
y gases are vented, the facility
llow d regarding the storage, handling, and disposal of gases.
be recommended that nitrogen gas or compresse
ctio s of the PFC by “blowing out” any accumulated particles during routine maintenance
ures. When handling compressed gases, eye protection should be worn. Any oth
specified for compressed gases within the facility where the PFC is being used
be followed. Whenever any compressed gas is used during service of the PFC, the
s standard precautions for use of th
oul
T
vented as specified by t
