1.3.
General fuel safety.
ALL FUELS ARE FLAMMABLE
1.3.1.
Fire hazard - keep fuel away from all sources of ignition for example
heaters, lamps, sparks from grinding or welding.
1.3.2.
DO NOT carry out hot work on tanks that have contained fuel it
is extremely
dangerous.
1.3.3.
ALWAYS keep work area clean and tidy.
1.3.4.
ALWAYS clean up all spills promptly using correct methods i.e.
absorbent granules and a lidded bin.
1.3.5.
ALWAYS dispose of waste fuels correctly.
1.4.
Fueling/De-fueling.
ALL FUELS ARE FLAMMABLE
1.4.1.
ALWAYS fuel and defuel in a well-ventilated area outside of buildings.
1.4.2.
ALWAYS wear correct, suitable and fit for purpose Personal Protective
Equipment (PPE), suggested items are but not limited to safety gloves
and overalls.
1.4.3.
When fueling/de-fueling ALWAYS avoid inhaling fumes
1.4.4.
When de-fueling ALWAYS use a propriety fuel retriever.
1.4.5.
ALWAYS carry fuel in the correct and clearly marked container.
1.5.
Vibrations.
1.5.1.
Prolonged use of hand held (operated) machines will cause the user to feel the
effects of/from vibrations. These vibrations can lead to white finger (Raynaud's
phenomenon) or carpal tunnel syndrome. This condition reduces the ability of
the hand to feel and regulate temperature, causing numbness and heat
sensations and may cause nerve damage and circulatory tissue death.
1.5.2.
Not all factors that lead to white finger disease are known, but cold weather,
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