Where dust or fumes are created, the priority should be to control them at the
point of Where dust or fumes are created, the priority should be to control them at
the point of
Select, maintain and replace the consumable / insert tool as recommended in the
instruction manual, to avoid unnecessary buildup of dust or fumes.
Wear respiratory protection in accordance with the employer's instructions and as
required by occupational health and safety regulations.
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AIR COMPRESSORS
TOOL SAFETY
Dust and smoke hazards
Exposure to high noise levels can cause permanent and disabling hearing loss and
other problems, such as tinnitus (ringing, buzzing, hissing, or ringing in the ears).
Therefore, risk assessment and the implementation of appropriate controls for
these risks are essential.
Appropriate controls to reduce risk may include such actions as cushioning
materials to prevent work pieces from 'ringing'.
Wear hearing protection in accordance with the employer's instructions and as
required by occupational health and safety regulations.
Operate and maintain this tool as recommended in the instruction manual to avoid
an unnecessary increase in noise level.
Select, maintain and replace the consumable / insert tool as recommended in the
instruction manual, to avoid unnecessary noise increase.
If the tool has a muffler, always make sure it is in place and in good condition
when the tool is running.
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Noise risks
This information should draw attention to vibration hazards that have not been
eliminated by design and construction and remain residual vibration hazards. It
shall enable employers to identify the circumstances in which the operator is at
risk of vibration exposure. If the vibration emission value obtained using ISO
28927-3 does not adequately represent the vibration emission in the intended uses
(and prevent minimum loads) of the machine, additional information and/or
warnings must be provided to enable Risks arising from vibration evaluated and
managed.
Vibration exposure can cause disabling damage to the nerves and blood supply of
the hands and arms.
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Vibration risks
