Hypertherm EcoSift, Operator'S Manual

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SC-20 Safety and compliance
Safety
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Personal protective equipment
Personal protective equipment is important for keeping operators, those working in the area near the machinery,
and maintenance personnel safe. Obey your company’s safety program in all aspects of safety, to include the use
of personal protective equipment.
Other clothing
Abrasive dust and particles can cause rashes, abrasions, and other irritations. Wear long sleeves and long pants
to protect skin.
Wear approved personal protective equipment such as goggles, gloves, and respirators when
operating or working near this machinery.
Wear approved eye protection when operating or working near this machinery.
Protect eyes from particles, cut material, water, and abrasive.
Wear approved ear protection and control exposure time when operating or working near this
machinery.
Wear approved hand protection when operating or working near this machinery.
Wear work gloves to protect hands from lacerations, cuts, and abrasions.
Wear approved nonslip safety footwear when operating or working near this machinery.
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Wear approved respiratory protection when operating or working near this machinery.
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Wear a respirator when milling, handling abrasives, and doing other activities determined by the
local regulatory bodies and the facility health and safety committee as potential sources of
airborne dust and particles that can cause discomfort, illness, or other irritations.
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Airborne hazards vary based upon the material being machined.