Safety precautions for dust and fume
hazards
1. Dust and fumes generated when using assembly
power tools for threaded fasteners can cause ill
health ( for example, cancer, birth defects, asthma
and/or dermatitis); risk assessment and
implementation of appropriate controls for these
hazards are essential.
2. Risk assessment should include dust created by the
use of the tool and the potential for disturbing
existing dust.
3. Direct the exhaust so as to minimize disturbance of
dust in a dust-filled environment.
4. Where dust or fumes are created, the priority shall
be to control them at the point of emission.
5. All integral features or accessories for the collection,
extraction or suppression of airborne dust or fumes
should be correctly used and maintained in
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
6. Use respiratory protection in accordance with
employer’s instructions and as required by
occupational health and safety regulations
Safety precautions for noise hazards
1. Unprotected exposure to high noise levels can
cause permanent, disabling hearing loss and other
problems, such as tinnitus (ringing, bussing,
whistling or humming in the ears).
2. Risk assessment and implementation of appropriate
controls for these hazards are essential.
3. Appropriate controls to reduce the risk may include
actions such as damping materials to prevent
workpieces from “ringing”.
4. Use hearing protection in accordance with
employer’s instructions and as required by
occupational health and safety regulations.
5. Operate and maintain the assembly power tool for
threaded fasteners as recommended in the
instruction handbook, to prevent an unnecessary
increase in noise levels.
6. If the assembly power tool for threaded fasteners
has a silencer, always ensure it is in place and in
good working order when the assembly power tool
for threaded fasteners is operating.
7. Select, maintain and replace the
consumable/inserted tool as recommended in the
instruction handbook, to prevent an unnecessary
increase in noise.
Safety precautions for repetitive motions
hazards
1. When using a power tool for, the operator can
experience discomfort in the hands, arms, shoulders,
neck, or other parts of the body.
2. While using an assembly power tool for threaded
fasteners, the operator should adopt a comfortable
posture whilst maintaining secure footing and
avoiding awkward or off-balanced postures. The
operator should change posture during extended
tasks, which can help avoid discomfort and fatigue.
3. If the operator experiences symptoms such as
persistent or recurring discomfort, pain, throbbing,
aching, tingling, numbness, burning sensations or
stiffness, these warning signs should not be ignored.
The operator should tell the employer and consult a
qualified health professional.
Safety precautions for accessory hazards
1. Disconnect the assembly power tool for threaded
fasteners from the energy supply before changing the
inserted tool or accessory.
2. Do not touch sockets or accessories during
impacting, as this increases the risk of cuts, burns or
vibration injuries.
3. Use only sizes and types of accessories and
consumables that are recommended by the assembly
power tool for threaded fasteners manufacturer.
4. Use only impact-wrench-rated sockets in good
condition, as poor condition or hand sockets and
accessories used with impact wrenches can shatter
and become a projectile.
Safety precautions for workplace hazards
1. Slips, trips and falls are major causes of workplace
injury. Be aware of slippery surfaces caused by the
use of the tool and also of trip hazards caused by the
air line or hydraulic hose.
2. Proceed with care in unfamiliar surroundings. Hidden
hazards, such as electricity or other utility lines, can
exist.
3. The assembly power tool for threaded fasteners is not
intended for use in potentially explosive atmospheres
and is not insulated against coming into contact with
electric power.
4. Make sure there are no electrical cables, gas pipes,
etc., that can cause a hazard if damaged by use of
the tool
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