Compressor

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Get ready for work—you must wear: 

  • a work shirt and pants, 
  • work shoes with composite toe caps, 
  • a reflective vest, 
  • cut-resistant work gloves, 
  • safety glasses,  
  • hearing protection,  
  • helmet,  
  • dust mask. 

Before you start work, you must: 

  • Complete health and safety training and on-the-job training,
  • Have no health contraindications to performing the work.
  • Be familiar with the operating instructions for the machines and equipment used at your workplace.

Before starting work:

  • Check the technical condition of the equipment, cables, hoses, and tank.
  • Make sure there are no leaks or damage.
  • Remove flammable materials from the surrounding area.
  • Check the oil level and cleanliness of the ventilation grilles.
  • Before maintenance, disconnect the power supply and empty the tank.

During operation:

  • Follow the manufacturer's instructions.
  • Do not touch hot parts, do not transport the device under pressure.
  • Do not direct air at people or animals.
  • Do not use the compressor in the rain, near fire, at temperatures below 0°C, or in explosive atmospheres.
  • Ensure free air flow and cleanliness of the workplace.
  • Disconnect the device from the power supply when replacing tools, performing adjustment and maintenance work. 

After finishing work:

  • Drain the air from the tank.
  • Turn off the compressor and clean it.
  • Tidy up the workstation and make sure that the device does not pose a hazard.

What should NOT be done?

  • Allow unauthorized persons to operate the device
  • Repair or clean plastic parts of the compressor yourself with gasoline or solvents
  • Exceed the permissible pressure in the tank
  • Perform repairs while the device is in operation
  • Use the compressor near fire or in an explosive atmosphere
  • Leaving your workstation while the compressor is running.

Failure or accident?

  • If something breaks down, turn off the device, secure it against restarting, and report the fault to your supervisor.
  • If an accident has occurred, do not touch anything and inform your supervisor.
  • In the event of an accident, immediately administer first aid to the injured person and call the emergency services if necessary. 
  • Hang a sign on the damaged device: "DEVICE UNDER REPAIR – DO NOT USE."

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