All persons working in the mechanical workshop must have been fully briefed in

basic Health and Safety principles and signed to say they have the read and
understood the applicable and risk assessment, for the work they are carrying
out or equipment they are using.
Personal Protective Equipment
1. With the many moving parts that exist in every equipment, it is extremely
important to wear clothing that fits properly. Clothing that is too loose can get
caught while working, clothing that is too tight can restrict your movements and
responses in dangerous situations. Instead, it is advisable to wear fitted
clothings. Every-day clothing must be appropriately covered while working in
the workshop and shorts are never permitted.
2. Safety shoes with steel toe caps must be worn at all times.
3. Protective clear safety goggles must be worn in designated Eye Protection
Areas and ear protectors must be worn when required and in designated
areas.
4. Long hair can easily be caught in moving machinery and must be secured by
being tied back.
5. The wearing of rings, dangling jewellery (neck chains and earrings etc.) is
very dangerous and must be removed before work commences.
6. Frequent and prolonged contact with used engine oil may cause dermatitis
and other skin disorders, including skin cancer, so avoid unnecessary contact.
Adopt safe systems of work and wear protective clothing, which should be
cleaned or replaced regularly. Maintain high standards of personal hygiene and
cleanliness.

Prohibited Behavior
1. Smoking, eating and drinking in workshop areas is strictly prohibited at all
times
2. Any employee known or suspected of being under the influence of alcohol or
drugs will not be allowed to continue work while in that condition.
3. Practical jokes, horseplay, or any activity that may endanger the health or
well-being of any employee, or the work operation, are strictly forbidden.
4. The playing of music or the use of personal music equipment is prohibited at
all times.
5. Fooling around, unruly behavior or horseplay will not be tolerated at any time
in the workshops.
6. Driving in vehicles in workshop is by only persons who are authorized to drive
by the company.
Housekeeping
1. After immediate use during the day tools must be stored in the correct
location and all tools issues from the stores must be returned to the stores at
the end of each session.

2. After use machines must be cleared down and all swarf filings and other
debris removed from machine beds, workbenches and the floor as soon as
possible.
3. Contain and clean up any spillages immediately and ensure that all walk
ways are kept dry and clear of any obstructions.
5. All waste must be disposed of at the end of each session and using the
correct bins.
6. At the end of each day any unfitted parts must be stored neatly.

Safety and Fire Precautions

1. All personal must take part in mock fire and security drills and must follow the
clear direction of Marshalls in the event of an evacuation.
2. Before commencing any welding operations, make sure that an appropriate
fire extinguisher is readily accessible. Only trained persons would use the
extinguishers.
3. Most importantly, every person inside the workshop must know the contact
number of ambulance and fire services.
4. If an accident should occur call for assistance immediately, as all accidents
and near misses no matter how small, must be logged.
Use the following proper lifting procedures:
a. Plan the move before lifting. Clear the path of any obstructions, et
b. Squad down close to the load by bending the knees.
c. Test the load for weight, balance, etc. If it is too heavy or awkward, get
assistance
d. Keep the load closed and centered to the body and keep the back erect.
e. Get a firm grip on the load, using handles when possible. Wear gloves
when lifting items with sharp edges, etc.
f. Tighten stomach muscles.
g. Lift smoothly using the legs. Dont jerk the load.
h. If it is necessary to turn with the load, pivot on the feet instead of twisting
at the waist.
i. Lower the load by bending the knees.

REPAIR SHOP RULES

1. You may need to run engines for diagnostic purposes but exhaust fumes
irritate the eyes and respiratory tract, and are a risk to health if you breathe
them in. Carbon-fuelled engine fumes contain carbon monoxide, a poisonous
gas. Prolonged exposure to diesel fumes, especially blue or black smoke, may
lead to coughing and breathlessness. Long-term repeated exposure to diesel
fumes over a period of about 20 years may increase the risk of lung cancer.

2. Exhaust fumes can quickly reach harmful concentrations, particularly from

cold or intermittently run engines (when run indoors without exhaust ventilation).
Provide extraction or exhaust equipment, preferably by direct coupling to the
generator exhaust. It should ventilate to a safe place in the open air where
fume will not be drawn back into the workshop or affect other premises or
people nearby.
3.Batteries also pose a significant risk for injury to mechanics. To prevent
sparks, smoking, welding or performing any other work with an open flame
should be banned when mechanics jump a dead battery. Jumping a dead
battery requires a well-ventilated work area as well, so mechanics dont inhale
fumes. Safety procedures for batteries should include removing leads when
scraping battery posts and keeping vent covers in place to prevent acid splash.
Ideally, mechanics should wear a face mask or at least goggles when working
on batteries

1. Training on how to fill job sheets and reports.

2. Group Ideas and improvement with present system. For improved work
efficiency.