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Storage
• All fuels, most lubricants and coolant additives are inflammable. Store them in a separately marked
area, in properly marked containers, away from unauthorized access.
• Store all oily rags and cleaning cloths in a safe place.
• Do not smoke in the storage area.
• Have a fire extinguisher available. Train operators for how to use it. Keep is periodically checked and
serviced.
Environmental Aspects and Awareness
A variety of waste products are generated through engine operations, exhaust gases, used and replaced
oil, changed filter elements, replaced components, batteries and the oil filled cleaning cloths. Many of
them are of hazardous nature. Careful disposal of these products is important.
Exhaust gases should be properly ventilated out of the engine room. The exhaust stack should be of
sufficient height to conform to the requirements of local pollution control board. The engine operations
should be carried out in accordance with the instructions given in the maintenance manual. This will avoid
generation of excessive smoke or uncontrolled pollution through exhaust.
Waste / used oils are classified as hazardous material. It may appear to have only hazards associated
with flammability and combustibility, they can carry health hazards. Used oil must be properly managed.
It should not be mixed with other wastes, as the other ordinary waste will also get classified as hazardous
waste. The cleaning cloths, used for wiping of spilled oil or for cleaning of components also falls into this
category. These wastes should be either sent to parties to collect used oil for regeneration and who have
proper waste disposal system for the residue generated, or should be disposed of in a properly located
and constructed landfill.
Used and replaced fuel and lubricating oil filters are equally hazardous as the used oil. These should be
disposed of in a properly located and constructed landfill.
Batteries contain acid, lead which are hazardous. To reduce wastage, recharge batteries at proper interval.
For best results, recharge at the first sign of weakness. Batteries last upto four times longer when charged
after only a 50 % discharge. Find -out from the service stations or battery charging outfits and return the
used batteries to these stations for disposal.
Dispose off the used components in accordance with the type of material.
Health precautions
• Wear protective gloves and head gear.
• Do not put oily rags into your pockets.
• Avoid prolonged or repeated skin contact with used engine oil.
• Change oil-soaked clothing and shoes
• Clean skin which has been in contact with engine oil.
o Wash thoroughly with soap and water.
o Certain products make it easier to clean your hands.
o Do not use petrol, Diesel, thinners or solvents as washing agents.
• After washing apply a fatty skin cream to the skin.
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