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CompAir UK Ltd.
5280D Compressor Publication 98407.1440
Page 9
SAFETY
1. GENERAL
CompAir UK Ltd compressor safety relates to the
document BS EN1012-1
Compressors and Vacuum Pumps - Safety
requirements and the UK Pressure Systems and
Transportable Gas Containers Regulations 1989.
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Most accidents which occur during the operation
and maintenance of machinery result of failure to
observe basic safety rules or precautions. An
accident can often be prevented by recognising a
situation that is potentially hazardous.
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When handling, operating or carrying out
maintenance on the unit, personnel must observe
safe engineering practices and all relevant local
regulations. The attention of users is drawn to the
Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, and the
regulations of the Institution of Electrical
Engineers.
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CompAir UK Ltd cannot anticipate every possible
circumstance which might represent a potential
hazard. The WARNINGS in this manual are
therefore not all inclusive. If the user employs an
operating procedure, an item of equipment or a
method of working which is not specifically
recommended by CompAir
UK Ltd then they
must ensure that the unit will not be damaged or
made unsafe and that there is no risk to persons
or property.
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Failure to observe these precautions given under
"Safety Precautions" may be considered
dangerous practice or misuse of the compressor
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Read and understand all WARNINGS, CAUTION
AND MANDATORY LABELS on the unit before
operating or carrying out maintenance or
servicing.
2. WARNINGS, CAUTIONS & NOTES
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The following details for this Safety Section
relates to the ESSENTIAL SAFETY
REQUIREMENTS referred to in Directive
89/392/EEC, Amended 91/286/EEC.
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Warnings call for attention to operation
procedures involving specific hazards which
could cause injury or death and are identified by
the following:-
RISK OF DANGER
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
RISK OF HIGH PRESSURE
RISK OF HOT SURFACE
RISK OF GAS EXHAUST
CONSULT MANUAL
3. GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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When using cleaning solvents, local Health and
Safety Regulations must be complied with.
Provide good ventilation and use suitable
protection such as a breathing filter mask, safety
glass, protective apron and gloves.
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Safety footwear should be compulsory in all
workshops. Safety helmets must be worn if there
is any risk of falling objects.
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If using compressed air for cleaning
purposes, ensure safety regulations are
complied with and appropriate clothing
worn.
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Never direct compressed air onto your skin or at
other people. Never use compressed air to clean
loose dirt from clothing.