Automotive Safety Training Eye Test EYE PROTECTION Your eyes can become infected or permanently damaged by many things in the shop. Metal and dirt particles.

Automotive

Safety Training

Eye Test

EYE PROTECTION

• Your eyes can become infected or permanently damaged by many things in the shop.

• Metal and dirt particles as well as pressurized gases are just some of the hazards your eyes can become exposed to in the shop.

You do not want this to happen

Or this

Or this

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• Eye protection should be worn in the shop.• Prescription glasses do not offer sufficient

protection and should not be worn as a substitute for safety glasses.

• Wearing safety glasses at all times is a good habit to have.

• If chemicals such as battery acid, fuel or solvent get into your eyes, flush them continuously with water and get medical attention Immediately.

Summary-(this will be on the test)

• Always wear proper eye protection.

• If solvents ,chemicals etc. get in your eyes flush continuously with water and get medical help immediately.

• Inform your instructor of any situation where you get something in your eye. No matter how minor

Clothing

• Your clothing should be well fitted and comfortable.

• Loose, baggy clothing can easily become caught by moving parts and machinery.

• The following slide shows attire that would be hazardous to wear in an automotive repair environment.

Not automotive work clothes

• Loose, sagging and baggy pants are not appropriate shop attire.

• Cut offs and shorts are also not appropriate for shop work.

• Proper shop attire not only promotes safety but also a professional image.

• Wear appropriate shop clothing and or uniforms. Make sure they are in good repair

This is one example of proper clothing for automotive repair

This is not

Footwear

• Automotive work involves handling ,many heavy objects

• Shoes should be made of leather or similar material

• Shoes should have non slip soles

• Open-toed shoes or sandals are not appropriate for the shop

The Good

The bad

And the completely inappropriate

Summary- Clothing and Footwear

• Loose baggy clothing is not appropriate in the shop and is in fact a hazard.

• Take pride in your appearance and dress like a professional

• Wear work shoes that are in good repair and have non slip soles.

• Open toed shoes or sandals should not be worn.

Hand Protection

• Good hand protection is often overlooked

• Unfortunately fingers are very easily removed working around machinery

• Scrapes cuts and burns can easily become infected

• Be smart, use the appropriate hand protection such as gloves and barrier creams.

• Also be aware….

• Gloves can become a hazard if they are worn around rotating equipment such as bench grinders or lathes.

• Pay attention to what you are doing. Avoid distractions.

EAR PROTECTION

Do not stick things in your ears

• Exposure to loud noise levels can lead to a loss of hearing.

• Air wrenches, impact hammers, grinders are some examples of tolls used in the shop that create noise levels loud enough to cause damage.

• Wear ear protection

HAIR and JEWELRY

• Long hair or loose, hanging jewelry pose the same hazards as loose fitting clothing.

• Hair caught in machinery can pull a person into the machine as well as remove large portions of hair and the scalp. Yes, LARGE portions of the scalp.

• Rings and jewelry also present a hazard working around automotive electrical systems.

Other important Safety Warnings

• Never smoke while working on a vehicle• NO HORSEPLAY IN THE SHOP• No practical jokes…they just escalate until bad

things happen• Prevent burns, be aware of hot metal parts on a

vehicle• When working on a hydraulic press wear safety

glasses and make sure that pressure is applied to the part correctly. Also it is generally wise to stand to the side while applying pressure

• Keep isles clear by putting tools away

• Roll up hoses and extension cords when not in use

• Do not drape cords or hoses across an isle

Lifting and Carrying

• Knowing the proper way to lift something is important

• Wear back protection devises when lifting a heavy object

• Always lift within your ability

• ASK FOR HELP LIFTING A HEAVY OBJECT

• Think about how you are going to lift something before beginning.

• The following slides shows improper and proper ways of lifting an object.

• Place feet close to object

• Keep back and elbows as straight as possible

• Bend with your knees

• Keep object close to your body

• If you must change direction do not twist

• When setting it down bend with your knees

OSHA

• Occupational Safety and Health Act.

• Passed by the government in 1970 to assure safe and healthful working conditions for working men and women by authorizing enforcement of the standards under the act.

SHOP HAZARDS

• Flammable liquids such as gasoline, solvents and paint must be handled and stored properly in special metal containers or cabinets such as this one.

• Flammable materials such as oily rags must be stored in covered metal containers. Spontaneous combustion can result from rags left laying around.

Battery Safety

• Batteries contain corrosive sulfuric acid and produce explosive hydrogen gas while charging. Always wear eye protection when working around batteries. They can explode.

Liquids used in parts cleaning machines can be harmful to the

skin and eyes

High pressure air in the shop can become dangerous if it penetrates

the skin

Carbon Monoxide

• Colorless

• Odorless

• Tasteless

• Carbon Monoxide poisoning can kill you.

• Operate vehicles using exhaust hoses or outside.

This is not the correct way to check for carbon monoxide

Slips and Falls

• Most common form of on the job injury

• Oil, Grease, Water are some of the liquids found in the shop that can pose a danger.

• If you see a puddle on the floor no matter how small…..clean it up with absorbent and then dispose of it according to state, local and federal regulations

FIRE SAFETY

• Familiarize yourself with the location of all shop fire extinguishers.

• Do not use any type of open flame to heat the work area.

• Do not turn on the ignition or crank the engine with a gasoline line disconnected.

• Store all combustible materials such as gasoline, paint, and oily rags in approved safety containers.

• Clean up gasoline, oil or grease spills immediately

• Always wear clean shop clothes.

• Do not wear oil soaked clothes.

• Do not allow sparks and flames near batteries.

• Welding tanks must be securely fastened in an upright position.

This is a minor example of what can happen when a tank explodes

• Do not block doors, stairways or exits

Do not smoke while working on vehicles

• Do not smoke or create sparks around flammable materials or liquids

• Store combustible shop supplies like paints in a closed steel cabinet

• Gasoline must be kept in approved containers

• If Gasoline tank is removed from a vehicle, do not drag it along the floor

• Know the approved fire escape route from your classroom or shop to the outside of the building.

• If a fire occurs, do not open the windows.

• Do not put water on a gasoline fire, that will make it worse….Why?

• Call the Fire Dept. Then attempt to extinguish.

• Stand 6 to 8 feet from the flame and aim the extinguisher at the base of the fire with a sweeping action.

• If fire produces a lot of smoke, stay close to the floor to obtain oxygen and avoid breathing smoke.

• If fire is too hot, or the smoke makes breathing difficult, get out of the building.

• Keep solvent containers covered. During the transfer of solvent from a bulk container to another, make sure the bulk container is grounded. Static electricity can cause an explosion.

• Familiarize yourself with the different types of fires and know the proper type of extinguisher for each.

• Can you classify the four types of fires that could occur in the shop?

CLASS A

• Combustibles

• Wood

• Paper

• Cloth

• Put it out with…..Water or Dry Chemical

CLASS B

• Flammable Liquids

• Gasoline

• Solvent

• Grease

• Oil

• Put it out with……..Carbon Dioxide, Dry Chemical, Halon, Dry Powder

CLASS C

• Electrical Fire

• Motors, Switches

• Put it out with………Carbon Dioxide, Dry Chemical, Halon, Dry Powder

CLASS D

• Combustible Metals

• Magnesium, Iron

• Put it out with…….. Multi-Purpose dry chemical, Powder

What class is this?

FIRE EXTINGUISHERS

• There are different types of fire extinguishers for different types of fires. Make sure the extinguishers that you have will be adequate for the fires that you may encounter.

Only You Can Prevent Shop Fires

COMPRESSED AIR SAFETY

• Tools that use compressed air are called Pneumatic Tools

• Serious injury or property damage can result from careless operation of the shop air supply

• Safety Glasses or a face shield must be worn for all shop projects involving compressed air.

• Wear ear protection while using compressed air

• Keep air hoses and fittings in good repair.

• If the fitting blows off the hose will whip around possibly causing injury.

• Do not direct compressed air against the skin. This air may penetrate the skin, especially through small cuts or scratches. If compressed air penetrates the skin and enters the blood stream it can be fatal.

• It could also cause serious health problems.

• Use only OSHA approved air gun nozzles

• Do not use an air gun to blow off clothes or hair.

• Do not use compressed air to blow off a work bench. Small particles may be blown into your eyes or may enter and damage vehicle components on cars being repaired next to you.

• Never spin bearings with compressed air to dry them. The bearing can be damaged or worse, it can disintegrate causing personal injury.

• Use all manufacturers recommended procedures for pneumatic tools.

• Follow all recommended procedures for maintenance of pneumatic tools

LIFT SAFETY

This is one style of lift commonly used in automotive repair

Get training and pay attention or this may happen

• Always be careful when raising a vehicle on a lift.

• Adapters and hoist plates must be positioned correctly to prevent damage to the underbody of the vehicle.

• There are specific lift points on the vehicle, always use them or you can damage the vehicle

• Never use a lift to elevate a vehicle that exceeds the rated capacity of the lift.

• Make sure the lifts locking devices are working properly.

• And the most important lift rule of all is….

• DO NOT LIFT A VEHICLE IN THE SHOP WITHOUT THE DIRECT SUPERVISION OF THE INSTRUCTOR

JACK and JACKSTANDS

• Never use a jack by itself to support and automobile.

• Every vehicle lifted by a jack in the shop must be supported by jack stands.

• Never use a floor jack or jack stands that are damaged.

• Do not work or go under a vehicle unless it is supported by jack stands.

• Position the jack and jack stands under a strong chassis member.

• Failure to do so can result in costly damage the vehicle.

• Make sure that jack stands do not rock or tip as you jack up the vehicle.

• NEVER work on or under a vehicle that is not correctly lifted.

• If you are not trained and certified by the instructor do not lift a vehicle.

• If you are the slightest bit unsure ask the instructor

When Cleaning Equipment

• Wear proper PPE (face shields, gloves etc) for

• Chemical Cleaning

• Thermal Cleaning

• Abrasive Cleaning

• Aqueous Cleaning

AIR BAG SAFETY

• Air bags can deploy several minutes after the battery has been disconnected.

• Never test an air bag circuit with a test light or self powered test lamp.

• Never splice into the air bag circuit.

• Do not place air bag on a bench with the trim cover facing down.

• Do not deploy an air bag by any procedure other than the manufacturers recommendations.

• The residue left behind by a deployed air bag can cause skin irritation.

• Never paint an airbag.

PPE

• Hearing protection• Respirator• Safety goggles• Welding shield• Welding gloves• Gloves• Working clothes• Safety shoes

Smoking, Alcohol and Drugs

• Do not smoke here.

• Do not work in the shop while you are on medication.

• If you are self medicating go somewhere else. You are not welcome here.

WORK AREA SAFETY

• Keep your work area clean.

• Clean any grease, oil, antifreeze up immediately. Even if you are not the one who made the mess.

• Aisles and walkways need to be clean.

• Make sure the shop is properly ventilated.

• Keep work areas around machines clean.

• Keep a current list of emergency phone numbers by the phone.

• Keep oil and greasy rags in an approved container.

• Handle all solvents with care to avoid spillage.

• Dispose of all empty solvent containers.• Solvent fumes in the bottom of the

containers are very flammable.

• Store all combustibles in approved safety containers.

FIRST AID KITS

• First Aid kits should be clearly identified and conveniently located.

• Kits should contain such items as bandages and ointment for minor cuts and scrapes.

• At least one of the shop personnel should have basic first aid training.

HAZARDOUS WASTE

• Chemicals or components that the shop no longer needs and pose a danger to the environment or people if they are disposed of in the garbage can or down sewers.

• Always use proper PPE

Classifications

• 1. Reactive

• 2. Corrosive

• 3. Toxic

• 4. Ignitable

Reactive

• Any material that reacts violently with water or other chemicals is considered hazardous.

Corrosive

• If a material burns skin or dissolves metal or other materials it is corrosive

This is not dangerous. Do not be afraid of it.

Caused by a corrosive

Toxic

• Materials are hazardous if they leach one or more of eight heavy metals in concentrations greater than 100 times primary drinking water.

This is Toxic Heavy Metal

Ignitable

• A liquid is hazardous if it has a flash point below 140 degrees Fahrenheit and a solid is hazardous if it ignites spontaneously.

• Paint and body repair products.

• Parts cleaning solvents.

• Batteries and battery acid.

• Mild acids for metal cleaning.

• Waste oil, engine coolants, antifreeze.

• A/C refrigerants.

• Engine oil filters.

NEVER DISPOSE BY

• Pouring on the weeds to destroy them.

• Pour on gravel streets to prevent dust.

• Throw waste in the dumpster.

• Dispose of in any place other than an approved disposal site.

• Pour waste down sewers, toilets, sinks, or drains.

• Bury in the ground.

Lets avoid creating places like this

MSDS

• MSDS stands for Material Safety Data Sheet.

• Find out where your MSDS binder is.

• Make sure you are familiar with the binder.

• Part of the “Right to Know Law”.

Right to Know Law

• State that employees have a right to know when the materials that they handle are hazardous.

• Employees must be trained about the types of hazardous materials they will encounter……..Don’t be like Homer.

MSDS Contain• Product name• Chemical name• PPE needed• Explosion and fire hazards• Other incompatible materials• Health Hazards, signs of exposure, emergency

and first aid procedures• Safe handling procedures• Spill and leak procedures

• Manager has a responsibility to make sure all hazardous materials are properly labeled.

• Employers must make access to MSDS available to employees.