Cooper Tools Cleco 88 Series, Operation & Service Manual

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Safety Recommendations
determined that the symptoms are job related or aggra-
vated by movements and postures dictated by the job
design, it may be necessary for the employer to take steps
to prevent further occurrences. These steps might in-
clude, but are not limited to, repositioning the workpiece
or redesigning the workstation, reassigning workers to
other jobs, rotating jobs, changing work pace, and/or
changing the type of tool used so as to minimize stress on
the operator. Some tasks may require more than one type
of tool to obtain the optimum operator/tool/task relation-
ship.
The following suggestions will help reduce or moderate
the effects of repetitive work motions and/or extended
vibration exposure:
• Use a minimum hand grip force consistent with
proper control and safe operation
• Keep body and hands warm and dry (cold
weather is reported to be a major factor contrib
uting to Raynaud's
Syndrome)
• Avoid anything that inhibits blood circulation
—Smoking Tobacco (another contributing
factor)
—Cold Temperatures
—Certain Drugs
• Tasks should be performed in such a manner
that the wrists are maintained in a neutral posi-
tion, which is not flexed, hyperextended, or
turned side to side.
• Stressful postures should be avoided — select
a tool appropriate for the job and work location
• Avoid highly repetitive movements of hands
and wrists, and continuous vibration exposure
(after each period of operation, exercise to
increase blood circulation)
• Keep tool well maintained and replace worn
parts
Work gloves with vibration reducing liners and wrist
supports are available from some manufacturers of indus-
trial work gloves. Tool wraps and grips are also available
from a number of different manufacturers. These gloves,
wraps, and wrist supports are designed to reduce and
moderate the effects of extended vibration exposure and
repetitive wrist trauma. Since they vary widely in design,
material, thickness, vibration reduction, and wrist support
qualities, it is recommended that the glove, tool wrap, or
wrist support manufacturer be consulted for items de-
signed for your specific application. WARNING! Proper
fit of gloves is important. Improperly fitted gloves
may restrict blood flow to the fingers and can sub-
stantially reduce grip strength.
Warning Labels
The warning labels found on these tools are an essential
part of this product. Labels should not be removed. Labels
should be checked periodically for ligibility. Replace warn-
ing labels when missing or when the information can no
longer be read. Replacement labels can be ordered as
any spare part.
Extension
Neutral
Flexion Radial Deviation
Neutral Ulnar Deviation
Avoid Avoid
Avoid
OK Avoid OK