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MA10:7
V Range 501 l 651 l 801 Maintenance Manual
Johnston Sweepers Limited
Chapter - Health and Safety
Page Issue A
Solvents:
Solvents such as acetone, white spirit, toluene, xylene and trichloroethane are flammable.
Avoid splashes to the skin, eyes and clothing. Wear protective gloves, goggles and clothing.
When using solvents ensure good ventilation; avoid breathing fumes, vapours, spray-mists
and keep containers tightly sealed. Do not use in confined spaces. When spraying materials
containing solvents, for example paints, adhesives or coatings, use extraction ventilation or
personal respiratory protection in the absence of adequate general ventilation.
Do not apply heat or flame except under specific and detailed manufacturer’s instructions.
Suspended loads:
Never work under an unsupported, suspended or raised load. For example, jacked up vehicle,
raised tipper body, suspended engine, etc.
Always ensure that lifting equipment e.g., jacks, hoists, axle stands, slings, etc are adequate
and suitable for the job, in good condition and regularly maintained.
NEVER improvise lifting tackle. ALWAYS ensure body props and/or axle stands are used
when working under bodies or chassis.
Workshop tools and equipment:
Only use tools and equipment for their intended purposes.
Never overload equipment such as hoists, jacks, axles stands or lifting slings. Damage caused
by overloading is not always immediately apparent and may result in a fatal failure the next
time the equipment is used.
Never use damaged or defective tools or equipment.
Always wear suitable eye protection when using grinding, chiselling or air guns.
Always wear a suitable breathing mask when using sand blasting equipment, working with
asbestos based materials (such as brake linings) or using spraying equipment.
ALWAYS use approved safety platforms/gantries when working above ground level.
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