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13. PINCH AND CRUSH POINTS
13.1 Pinch and crush points are those normally moving parts of machinery, like CNC
machines, that can pinch, capture, crush, or sever parts of your body. Be aware of
hazardous pinch and crush points.
13.2 Don’t repair or adjust the machine with the controls on.
13.3 When the end of a CNC machine’s travel creates a “hard stop,” it creates a crush
point. Keep fingers and hands away from this.
13.4 Do not stack or store any additional items in contact with the machine. These
could create additional pinch or crush points, or could create a falling hazard.
14. SHARP ROTARY TOOLS
14.1 Routing and drilling use high-speed rotating bits and cutters with sharp edges.
Keep clear of bits when in use.
14.2 Turn the router, spindle, or drill off when changing bits. Be careful of the sharp
edges.
15. HOT MATERIAL
15.1 Plasma cutting uses an electric arc that can reach temperatures of 45,000°F
(25,000°C). Oxygen-fuel cutting flames can be up to 6,330°F (3,500°C). Any parts
and scrap will be very hot after cutting. Use extreme care.
15.2 Use tongs and wear protective gloves when handling recently cut material. Also,
consider other devices for safe hot material handling.
15.3 It is safest to let material cool completely before handling.
16. MECHANICAL DRIVES
16.1 High-speed mechanical drives made of gears, belts, and or drive screws are used
by CNC machines. Keep clear of them during operation.
16.2 Do not attempt to service, adjust, or otherwise touch these components while the
machine is on.
16.3 Secure any loose clothing and cables to prevent entanglement.
17. AIR LINES UNDER PRESSURE
17.1 Some tools use compressed air or gases. Often flexible tubing (lines) bring the
high-pressure air or gas to the machine. Inspect these lines periodically. Repair or
replace damaged lines.
17.2 Hot sparks, flying debris, other objects, or vehicles can melt, burn, or puncture
these lines. Check them for punctures, burns, or other damage or defects that
could cause failure.
17.3 Check the routing of the lines to keep them away from traffic and from underfoot.
Rotary Tools
Mechanical Drives
Hot Material
Safety First (continued)
Pressurized Air
Lines
Pinch & crush
points
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