Metallisation ARC150-2310D - Material Handling; The Pistol; Summary

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1.3.7 Material Handling
The wire is supplied in either drums, coils or MIG reels. It is important to assess any
manual lift before carrying out the lift, and if necessary, use a crane or suitable lifting device to
prevent injury. Always lift the drums as indicated on the drums info label. Do not attempt to
manually handle the drums, or to roll them, as this will render them useless.
1.3.8 The Pistol
The ARC150 Pistol is designed for handheld or automated use, where it can be attached to a
manipulator / robot. Under these circumstances the Pistol should be installed in a manner
where it cannot cause harm to the operator or the surrounding environment.
In the case of the automated operation, it is the responsibility of the client to risk assess the
automatic installation and ensure all safety criteria are met.
1.3.9 Summary
Below is an approximate rating of the hazards in typical circumstances while using the
ARC150 Arc Spray System. It must be stressed that the hazard ratings may change in
individual circumstances. An example of this would be the rating for toxic consumables. This
would relate directly to the consumable in use.
Compressed Gases
Asphyxiant Gases
Noise
UV Radiation
Fine Dusts, fume and
powders (explosion risk)
Potentially toxic consumables
Water borne disease (water curtain fitted)
Mechanical Hazard (automated equipment)
Electric Shock
Burns
Stab Risk
OZONE
Lower level of hazard
Medium level of hazard
Very high level of hazard