THE SAFE WAY TO WORK

START
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THINK ABOUT THE DANGER

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Consider job hazards Consider environment hazards

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Decide on precautions to be taken

PREPARE
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Put on appropriate safety
clothing

Position equipment
Position Remove any loose and route any
Assemble correct DANGER equipment from area,
tools and electric, pneumatic
WARNING which might cause a or hydraulic cables
equipment, inspect notices, safety hazard. Erect safety
for service ability in safest possible
barriers as equipment as required way
required (i.e. chip guard,
protective screen)

CARRY OUT TASK

Wear appropriate Work to a logical sequence Always use correct

safety clothing tool NEVER
IMPROVISE ON
TOOLS
 CLEAR ON COMPLETION

COLLECT TOOLS Return equipment to Remove notices, Replace any loose

store or bay safety barriers, safety equipment moved
equipment

FINISH
Chapter No. DO’S & DON’TS FOR YOUR SAFETY
1. Your obligation towards Safety
2. Ten commandments of Safety
3. House keeping
4. First aid
5. Fire Safety
6. Classification of fire
7. Machine operation general
8. Lathe operation
9. Milling machine operation
10. Punch press
11. Stamp operation
12. Drill press operation
13. Grinding operation
14. Hand tools
15. Wood working machines
16. Electrical Safety
17. Portable extension lamps
18. Portable electrical tools
19. Handling weights
20. Piling of materials
21. Forklift operation
22. Operation of jumbo trucks
23. Use of slings
24. E.O.T. crane operation
25. Assembly operations
26. Working at heights
27. Ladders
28. Office Safety
29. Gas welding
30. Arc welding
31. Handling & use of LPG cylinders
32. Storage & handling of gas cylinders
33. Handling of liquid oxygen
34. Handling of acids
35. Use of resins/ adhesives/ sealant
36. Handling of cyanide
37. Working in cold stores
38. Spray painting
39. Working in confined space
40. Cleaning of oil tanks
41. Working on asbestos roof
42. Use of compressed air
 CH 1) YOUR OBLIGATION TOWARDS SAFETY

Management has provided various types of protective appliances for

YOUR SAFETY at work. It is obligatory that you should use them for YOUR
SAFETY- Otherwise YOU AND YOUR FAMILY WILL SUFFER.
Further, Sec.111 of THE FACTORIES ACT, 1948 stipulates:-
1) No worker in a factory-

a) Shall willfully interfere with or misuse any appliance, convenience or other thing
provided in the factory for the purpose of securing the Health, Safety or Welfare
of the workers therein:
b) Shall willfully and without reasonable cause do anything likely to endanger himself
or others; and
c) Shall willfully neglect to make use of any appliance or other thing provided in the
factory for the purposes of securing the Health or Safety of the workers therein.

2) If any worker employed in a factory contravenes any of the provisions of this

section or of any rule made there under, he shall be punishable with imprisonment
for a term which may extend to three months, or with fine which may extend to
one hundred rupees, or with both.

SO WHY DO YOU TAKE CHANCES AND RISK?

 WEAR PROTECTIVE GADGETS PROVIDED FOR YOUR SAFETY

 WORK SAFELY AND KEEP YOUR FAMILY SAFE AND HAPPY

CH 2) TEN COMMANDMENTS OF SAFETY

a. Follow instruction. Do not take chances. If you don’t know,
ask. b. Correct or report unsafe conditions.
c. Help keep things clean & orderly- Keep gangways clear.
d. Do not Horseplay. Do not run. Avoid distracting others. Avoid throwing
things.
e. Report all injuries. Get first aid promptly.
f. Use, adjust and repair equipment only when authorized.
g. Use right tools & equipments for the job, use them
safely.
h. Do not smoke in restricted areas. Do not flick cigarette / beedi in salvage areas.
i. Use prescribed protective equipment; keep them in good working condition.
j. Respect signs / warnings. Abide by rules laid down for your safety.]
 CH 3) HOUSE KEEPING
DO:
 Do mark gangways and aisles.
 Do keep gangways clear and unobstructed.
 Do understand that cleaning is not the only meaning for house keeping.
 Do set an example to keep your work place clean & tidy.
 Do clean up your bench, machine bed, work table after completion of work
and dispose waste in a proper dustbin.
 Do keep a place for your hand tools, and keep them back in its assigned place.
 Do assign a place for the jobs/ components/ parts before and after completion
of work.
 Do keep fire extinguishers at known places and learn its usage.

DON’T:
 Do not push dust/ swarf from your work area to other man’s area or on
to gangways.
 Do not use compressed air to clean machine bed or around the machine.
 Do not throw waste / waste materials on to floor. It may injure somebody near
by.
 Do not use solvents to clean hands after work.
 Do not keep materials / tools / components projecting into gangways / aisles.
 Do not store / stack materials in front of electrical control panels/ switches and
fire extinguishers.
 Do not store sheets, rods, components in such a way it strikes you or others.

CH 4) FIRST AID
DO:
 Do get First-Aid treatment even for a small/ minor injury.
 Do see the Doctor immediately after First Aid to get complete treatment.
 Do understand that first aid is only a preliminary effort to minimize pain,
reduce bleeding etc.
 Do wash thoroughly with water the affected part of the body in case of splashes
of chemicals.
 Do bring the affected to an open area and give artificial respiration in cases of
accidental breathing difficulties due to inhalation of toxic fumes or
suffering from loss of Oxygen or sudden shock.

DON’T:
 Do not panic and do hasty first aid treatment. Do not try to carry the
victim single handily. Get help.
 Do not come to hasty conclusions. Ask the persons nearby to find out the
causes and decide the First- Aid treatment to be given.
 Do not leave any injury as small/ minor. Get medical attention quickly.
Otherwise it may infect.
 Do not give artificial (Mouth to mouth) respiration when the victim has
swallowed any chemical.
 CH 5) FIRE SAFETY

DO:
 Do inform fire brigade in case of any fire no matter how small it may
be. Hesitation may lead big fires and disasters.
 Do know the use of different types of extinguishers.
 Do use only correct type of fire extinguishers for a particular fire. Never
use water on an electrical or oil fire.
 Do store inflammable materials closed and in its assigned place.
 Do clean immediately any spillage of inflammable liquids.
 Do remove immediately your clothes if they are soaked with oils or solvents.

DON’T:
 Do not smoke in prohibited areas.
 Do not store inflammable near any electrical switch boards/ cubicles.
 Do not obstruct the path leading to fire extinguishers or emergency
doors wherever provided.
 Do not throw cotton waste soaked with inflammable liquids/ solvents/
chemicals in drains or room corners.

CH 6) CLASSIFICATION OF FIRE
Class A:
Fires involving solid materials, usually of an organic nature, in which
combustion normally take place with the formation of glowing embers.
Cooling the burning material with water is the most effective way of extinguishing this
type of fire.
Class B:
Fires involving liquids or liquefiable solids.
The most effective way of fighting this type of fire is to blanket or smother it,
this excluding oxygen. Water must never be used.
Class C:
Fires involving gases.
In the event of a gas leakage shutting off the supply or plugging the leak should only
extinguish becoming ignited it. If it is unsafe to approach, no further attempt should
be made to extinguish the flame in any other way and the assistance of personnel
trained in fire fighting sought.
Class D:
Fires involving metals.
Powders have now been developed which are capable of controlling and/ or
extinguishing this type of fire. The standard range of fire extinguishing agents is
inadequate or dangerous when dealing with metal fires.
NOTE: Untrained personnel should not tackle ‘C’ and ‘D’ type fires.
 CH 7) MACHINE OPERATION GENERAL

1) Use a Machine when authorized.’

2) Make sure guards and safety devices are in place and in working order.
3) When you start a Machine- See that no one is working around.
4) Stop the Machine first to make adjustments.
5) Use a brush-Not your hand or air hose to clean chips and swarf.
6) Stop the Machine – when leaving.
7) Run a Machine as instructed – Do not use short cuts.
8) Keep work place clean and orderly.
9) Dress safely. Remove rings, watches, and identification badges, bracelets and
roll up sleeves. Wear protective gadgets specified for the job.
10) Do not distract others, do not horseplay concentrate on the job in hand.

CH 8) LATHE OPERATION

DO:
 Do check start/ stop operation before starting.
 Do wait till the machine stops of its own.
 Do remove the chuck key immediately after adjusting the chuck.
 Use chucks guards/ flash guards wherever provided.
 Do wear goggles to protect your eyes from flying particles.
 Do use hand gloves for handling sharp edged tools & jobs.
 Do use “Pull Rods” to remove continuous metal swarf.
 Do use barrier cream while working with mineral oils.

DON’T:
 Do not oil or change the speed or adjust a running lathe.
 Do not attempt to set a tool on running machine.
 Do not stack material on the bed of lathe – may fall and cause an injury.
 Do not stop the chuck using your palm.
 Do not forget to remove your rings.
 Do not use hand gloves near revolving parts.
 Do not use blunt tools for machining magnesium alloy. Spark ignites
magnesium dust.
 Do not use your fingers to polish either ‘ External’ or in ‘Bores’.
 Do not measure on revolving components.
 Do not load rods/ bars beyond headstock, without proper guarding or support.
 CH 9) MILLING MACHINE OPERATION

DO:
 Do keep away hands and fingers from moving cutters.
 Do be cautions against unguarded cutters.
 Do use sawdust on oil spills – against slipping.
 Do clamp the job on the bed.
 Do wear safety goggles, against flying chips.
 Do wash your hands thoroughly before eating.
 Do use barrier cream whenever necessary.
 Do use metal screens to arrest flying chips.
 Do wear hand gloves while handling sharp cutters.
 Do stay on the going away side of cutter.
 Do check setting of the speed and feed before turning on the power.

DON’T:
 Do not use rags around moving cutters.
 Do not hit or drive a hardened cutter with hammer.
 Do not use solvents to remove oil/ grease from hands and fingers.
 Do not use hand gloves around revolving cutters.
 Do not measure dimensions of part while cutter is running.

CH 10) PUNCH PRESS

DO:
 Do always use the safety devices and guards provided for your protection.
 Do use automatic or semi automatic attachments or special devices if provide
and never your hand.
 Do use special hand tools such as pliers, tweezers, forks, for placing and
removing material to prevent placing of hands in danger zone.
 Do check clutch mechanism at beginning of each shift and operate press
without work a few times to make sure that brake band is working
properly. This is especially important after any shut-down and after oiling.

DON’T:
 Do not operate your machine unless the press and all safety devices are in
perfect working order. Report defects/ problems immediately to the
supervisor, for corrective actions.
 Do not distract attention Concentrate on Job.
 Do not set for continuous productions by rendering non repeat devices
inoperative, or fixed ram enclosures set for operation.
 CH 11) STAMP OPERATION
DO:
 Do operate the m/c for free working before the job.
 Do report any defects immediately.
 Do fasten the ram with top half of the punch firmly.
 Do ensure correct air pressure and proper operation of stamping press before
start of work.
 Do check threads on the embedded bolt of the punch for wear/damages.
Use suitable nuts.
 Do use suitable slings for dies and punches.
 Do check the adopter plate and bolts and nuts, properly tightened or not.
 Do use safely cables, to arrest the punch to machine ram for 5 ton 3.5
ton presses, to prevent punch coming down should the ram bolt fails.
DON’T:
 Do not place any part of your body under the ram or in the die area unless the
ram is raised above the safety rests and the safety rests are engaged.
 Do not install dies, maintain or leave the machine unattended unless the
air and electrical power are shut off.
 Do not operate/install or maintain without proper instructions and
without first reading and understanding the instruction bulletin.
 Do not divert your attention while working with co-operator.

CH 12) DRILL PRESS OPERATION

DO:
 Do remove chuck keys after adjustments.
 Do use clamps/vice to securely hold the job.
 Do keep away fingers from revolving spindle.
 Do ensure belt guard for step pulleys is in place.
 Do use hand gloves for handling sharp tools.
 Do use safety goggles/face shield, aprons against flying chips.
 Do checks for spindle reverse springs
 Do keep away all rags and waste from revolving spindle.
 Do grind the drill correctly for the metal it is required to cut.
 Do stop the machine before using a brush to remove chips and excess coolant.
 Do remove tools, clamps, and wrenches before starting the drill.

DON’T:
 Do not use operation power to screw chucks.
 Do not use hands for holding-however small the job may be.
 Do not wear rings and gloves near revolving spindle.
 Do not keep long hairs. May entangle in top pulleys or spindle.
 Do not use your hand or stop revolving spindle, chuck.
 Do not measure dimensions of part while drilling or drill bit is revolving.
 CH 13) GRINDING OPERATION
DO:
 Do check abrasive wheels for tightness before start.
 Do check the speed rating on the wheel.
 Do dress wheels for uneven surfaces.
 Do adjust the tool rest to 1/8” from the wheel and maintain otherwise the tool
or your finger may get caught.
 Do keep fingers clear or abrasive wheel.
 Do keep all wheel hoods intact while operating.
 Do give a test run of one minute at full speed for all new wheels installed
and stand away from line or rotation.
 Do wear clean and suitable safety goggles for the job.

DON’T:
 Do not grind on the sides of the abrasive wheel unless the wheel is designed
for that purpose.
 Do not tighten spindle nuts excessively as extra pressure may break the wheel.
 Do not use a slow wheel on a fast grinder.
 Do not wipe your eyes should anything fall. Seek medical advice immediately.

CH 14) HAND TOOLS

DO:
 Do use the right tool for the job.
 Do learn the names of the tools in order to get your tools more quickly.
 Do always examine tools before use.
 Do report defects in tools and get it corrected/repaired.
 Do keep sharp edged tools always sharp.
 Do wear suitable goggles against flying objects or harmful substances.
 Do have a secured handle on each file, screw driver and hammer.
 Do use insulated screwdrivers for electrical works.

DON’T:
 Do not use a hammer with a hardened face on highly tempered tool such as a
Drill, File, & Die etc., chips may fly.
 Do not scatter tools all over bench or on floor. It shows poor workmanship.
 Do not use any tools in such a way that if the tool slips it can injure your hand
or body.
 Do not carry tools in your pocket.
 Do not hit a file with a hammer. Avoid filing against vice jaws.
 Do not use files, screwdrivers as punch bars and wrenches as hammers.
 Do not use make shift methods while using or repairing hand tools.
 Do not carry tools in hand while climbing ladders use a small tool bag.
 CH 15) WOOD WORKING MACHINES

DO:
 Do make sure the guards and riving knife of circular saw are in position and
correctly adjusted.
 Do make sure that space around the machine is unobstructed and the floor
is clean and not slippery.
 Do use a push stick when feeding a circular saw or vertical spindle moulder.
 Do tighten all nuts and setscrews on saw and cutter before using.
 Do check that feed roller guards of a planning machine are correctly adjusted.

DON’T:
 Do not use blunt cutters. Keep them sharp.
 Do not leave machine running.
 Do not remove sawdust while the machine is running. Stop the machine and
remove the sawdust.
 Do not operate wood working machine unless you have been properly trained
in its use and instructed of its hazards.
 Do not talk to others when working on a wood working machinery.

CH 16) ELECTRICAL SAFETY

DO:
 Do let Electricians only to attend electrical works. Unskilled are not allowed.
 Do switch off the main control and make sure power supply is off by using
tester before working on electrical equipment, and put sign board “danger” or
“Men on line” etc
 Do use non- conductive material ladders only.
 Do use fuse pullers to remove fuse.
 Do use/wear rubber gloves and rubber shoes near or on electrical lines. Avoid
wearing finger rings watch chains(metal).
 Do ensure proper earthling when using portable equipment with exposed metal
parts.
 Do adhere to system like “Work permit” or “Line clear” before taking up
works on H.T. lines/equipment.

DON’T:

 Do not use defective plugs, sockets and lead wires. Report all unsafe condition.
Get it corrected
 Do not overload fuses. Always use the correct type of fuse.
 Do not use rewirable fuses in places of HRC fuses.
 HRC fuses are provided for correct and quick critical equipments.
 Do not use portable equipment or activate circuits if your hands are wet or if
you are standing on wet floor
 CH 17) PORTABLE EXTENSION LAMPS
DO:

 Do use approved and well guarded lamp.

 Do use an extension junction box if the cord is short to reach the
necessary distance.
 Do examine your hand lamp before use, when in doubt return for repairs.
 Do make sure that you are using a safe type of lamp and guard if flammable
liquids, vapours or dusts are present.
 Do avoid running lengthy cords on shop floor and the cord coming in contract
with acids, oils, solvents and water.

DON’T:
 Do not try to patch the insulation of defective cord. Get a new cord.
 Do not use a lamp with frayed or badly worn extension cord loose connection,
or a broken plug or socket.
 Do not insert the bare leads of a hand lamp directly into the socket Always use
a suitable plug.

CH 18) PORTABLE ELECTRICAL TOOLS

DO:
 Do check electrical junction box , cords, connection and pin before using them
with a portable electrical tools.
 Do protect the cords from oil, heat and chemicals, they may damage the
insulation
 Do wear goggles against flying particles.
 Do use an extra wire to ground the tool casing when in use if one has not been
built in.

DON’T

 Do not use a portable electrical tool in presence of inflammable vapours or

gases.
 Do not pull the plug from the socket by cord, hold the plug and pull it.
 Do not hang an extension cord over nails or other sharp edges, or allow it to
become kinked or leave it to be run over by a truck or a trolley.
 Do not wear hand gloves or loose clothing around a power hand tool-may get
entangled in the whirling tool and cause injury.
 Do not leave chuck wrenches in the chuck of electrical drills and never chain or
tie the chuck wrench to the tool in electrical drills.
 Do not leave tools in stairways, passageways, scaffolds, top of step ladders or
any other location where they may fall or cause accidents.
 CH 19) HANDLING WEIGHTS

DO:

 Do think before acting- Size up the job.

 Do lift correctly with your legs muscles and a straight back.
 Do take a good firm grip.
 Do remove obstruction before lifting.
 Do examine surrounding-for what can happen.
 Do use gloves when the load is with sharp.
 Do use right tools and tackles wherever necessary.
 Do put down carefully the object you have lifted.

DON’T:

 Do not be unduly hasty.

 Do not try to lift an object that is obviously too heavy. Get help or use tackle.

CH 20) PILING OF MATERIALS

DO:

 Do give each pile a firm foundation & start it right.

 Do allow ample room for passage ways.
 Do observe clearance rules at aisles & corners.
 Do be careful in not obstructing the path of fire fighting equipment.
 Do know the safe load limit of the floor of the building when piling heavy
material.
 Do crosstie the tiers whenever materials are of a shape that will permit it so
that they support each other.

DON’T:

 Do not pile too high.

 Do not lift using your back – Use leg muscles. Keep the back straight.(Get good
grip)
 Do not drag material or remove from the bottom of a pile.
 Do not store rods and sheets projecting on to walkways.
 Do not store materials over cupboards, almirahs and makeshift racks.
 CH 21) FORK LIFT OPERATION

DO:

 Do always handle within the rated capacity.

 Do lift mast vertical or slightly back-never in forward.
 Do keep clear view and look in the direction you are traveling.
 Do travel with load low and fully tilted back.
 Do start and stop smoothly and slow down around corners.
 Do watch blind corners – Always signals with horn.
 Do stop at face of stack and raise load to stacking height still tilted back. Move
load over stack, bring mast to vertical and lower until forks are free of loads.
 Do watch out for unstable loads and piles.
 Do withdraw and lower fork just clear of floor before backing.
 Do watch overhead clearances and descend and descend slopes with load
behind you.
 Do drive uphill with load in front of you.
 Do watch swing when handling longs lengths of bar stock ; lumber etc .,
spread forks according to load width. Keep load balanced laterally.
 Do set the parking brake with forks on the ground when truck is parked.
Remove starter key.
 Do take the weight and test your steering before lifting the load.

DO N’T:

 Do not allow anyone to stand on the forks or to sit on the truck while traveling.
 Do not move with insecure loads.

CH 22) OPERATION OF JUMBO TRUCKS

DO:

 Do remember only licensed and authorized persons should operate.

 Do check for battery condition. Keep it change. Check for loose connection of
battery plug/socket.
 Do check for proper condition of pedal brake.
 Do pile the load neatly, cross tied and also quick turns at excessive speeds.
 Do watch for pedestrians inside shops. Drive only in passages/aisles. Avoid
operating in “Reverse” as far as possible.
 Do obey all traffic sign boards.
 Do shut off controls remove the key, apply hand brake before getting down
from the vehicle.
DON’T:

 Do not give rides to unauthorized persons.

 Do not over load the truck.
 Do not load it to excessive heights as it may block the view while reversing.
 Do not turn the steering handle on a stationary truck. Never reverse the truck
before it comes to a standstill.
 Do not park the jumbo in an aisle or doorway or any other area where other
workmen need access
 Do not drive fast.

CH 23) USE OF SLINGS

DO:

 Do use the right sling for the job.

 Do check the following before talking the sling to use.
I) How exactly it should be attached to the load.
II) The weight of the job being lifted and the permissible load of the
sling and the crane
III) The condition of the rope, chain, lifting eye, spices, rings, thimble etc. ,
IV) Evidence of test and certification.

 Do see that load is evenly balanced.

 Do keep the sling in proper storage, away from damp condition and
protect against corrosion.

DON’T:

 Do not use make shift slings. Only a well designed, tested and certified sling is
to be used.
 Do not drag chains, slings, hooks or loads on the floor.
 Do not stand or allow others to work below suspended loads.

CH 24) EOT CRANE OPERATION

DO:
 Do inspect all crane equipment in each shift. Make sure that circuit breakers,
limit shops and brakes are operative.
 Do ensure that repairs are made only after switching ‘OFF’ the mains and
locking it.
 Do stop operation and open the power switch if your crane fails to respond
correctly.
 Do report to your supervisor any defective action.
 Do see that the load when raised or lowered safely clear the adjacent stock-
piles or machinery.
 Do keep unauthorized persons off the crane and its way.
DON’T:

 Do not operate the crane unless authorized to do so

 Do not depend on a limit switch to stop the motor. Use your controls.
 Do not attempt to use two controls at the same time.
 Do not move loads over the heads of men, see that they are away at a safe
distance.
 Do not drag slings, chain or cable.
 Do not move the crane, after the load is taken off until you have lowered the
hook and the slinger removes the slings.
 Do not pick up a load beyond the capacity of the crane In case of doubt
report to the supervisor.

CH 25) ASSEMBLY OPERATIONS

DO:

 Do use the right tool for the job

 Do make use of the jigs/fixtures for the job.
 Do use the trolleys, EOT cranes and implements for handling component/jigs
etc
 Do get clear instruction and contact supervision wherever group working is
required
 Do inform supervision before and after working for better co-ordination.
 Do inspect the sling, lifting tackles, EOT Cranes in your work area once before
start using them. Report unsafe condition if any and get it rectified.
 Do keep your area clean and neat.
 Do use ear defenders against excessive noise.
 Do use proper work stands for the job.

DON’T:

 Do not scatter tools all around your work area.

 Do not use make shift methods for connection to hand lamps, air connection to
pneumatic tools hand drills and riveting.
 Do not hold any material/component in hand and drill. Use a work bench and
vice.

 Do not smoke in prohibited areas

 Do not use electrical junction boxes/hand lamps without suitable plug pins.
 CH 26) WORKING AT HEIGHTS
DO:

 Do employ persons who are familiar and well experienced with these type jobs.
 Do find out and be clear about the quantum of the job, and time required
to complete the same.
 `Do check the safety appliance, ladders, roof ladders, crawling boards, safety
belts(with life line) work platforms, scaffolding etc . for its working condition.
 Do ensure use of roof ladders, crawling boards, safety belts while working on
the roof. Special precaution should be taken if roof sheets are old and wet.
 Do inform each day of job, in advance to chief of concerned department and
the are clear of men material .
 Do display a caution board “MEN AT WORK” at working area.

DON’T:

 Do not work without a ‘work Permit’.

 Do not work beyond working hours/in dark without supervision.
 Do not leave tools on the roof tops and other places where they are liable to fall
and cause injuries.
 Do not employ workers below 18 years of age.
 Do not use loose clothing while at work.
 Do not smoke while working at heights.

CH 27) LADDERS
DO:
 Do check the ladder before use, never use a defective ladder.
 Do make certain that the ladder reaches at least about 4”above landing
plat form.
 Do face the ladder when climbing or descending, make sure that your
shoes/slippers before you climb a ladder.
 Do keep ladders tied/anchored properly while working out doors and
before leaving the place of work

DON’T:

 Do not use make shift ladders.

 Do not place a ladder in front of door which open towards the ladder the door
is locked
 Do not use ladders in horizontal position as runway or as a scaffold.
 Do not carry loads on ladders.

 Do not carry tools and material in your hand while climbing or descending the
ladder use a pouch to carry tools.
 Do not lean outwards from a ladder. It is safe to move the ladder.
 Do not lean a ladder against an unsafe backing movable object, loose boxes, etc
 CH 28) OFFICE SAFETY

DO:

 Do you know falls of object/persons causes more than 80% in office accidents.
 Do keep your table and surrounding clean & tidy.
 Do make use of ladders to reach top of racks, cabinets etc., make shift methods
result in accidents.
 Do report unsafe electrical equipment/gadgets used in office. Get it corrected
 Do switch of electrical lights, fans, heater in your office when not required/you
leave for home.
 Do walk on the pathway and use stairs wherever necessary.
 Do use hand rails on stairs.
 Do have suitable fire extinguishers and learn its operation.

DON’T:

 Do not run in offices, while going up or down stairs,

 Do not run loose electrical cords on floor, on pathways in between tables, above
racks.
 Do not over load the top drawer in a standard four drawer filing cabinet.
Never leave a drawer open and go.
 Do not waste baskets as ashtray. Use a separate ashtray.
 Do not read while walking. Watch your path.
 Do not stand near the door and talk / discuss. You might be hit by the door
when someone pushes the door
 Do not carry files or other material that obstructs your view .
 Do not leave fallen pencils/round objects on the floor, may cause slip and fall.

CH 29) GAS WELDING

DO:

 Do use goggles, hand shield or helmet with appropriate dark glass lens.
 Do open Gas cylinder valve slowly.
 Do use the friction lighter always.
 Do use only the special wrenches for the Oxygen and Gas cylinder valves,
make shift may damage valves.
 Do keep the space between the cylinder and the job clear, so that valves can be
reached quickly in case of emergency.
 Do use screens to protect your workmates Glare can cause eye injury.
 Do turn off Gas cylinder valve when not in use
 Do secure the cylinders.
 Do use approved hose for the Gases and check periodically for any cracks.
DON’T:

 Do not weld near inflammable material.

 Do not use gas cylinder as a work support.
 Do not leave torch in enclosed vessels when not in use.
 Do not weld material degreased with solvents unless it is absolutely dry.
 Do not allow any source of heat to reach gas cylinder.
 Do not keep lighted torch on your lap in between the work.

CH 30) ARC WELDING

DO:

 Do wear the protective equipment such as helmets or shield and goggles to

protect your face and eyes.
 Do wear leather/asbestos aprons to resist radiated heat and sparks. Safety
shoes for hands.
 Do make a solid earth attachment to welding machine through a direct low
resistant earthing.
 Do keep earth cables out of water and coiled when not use
 Do run power lines to welding machine over head beyond the reach any one of
standing on the ground.
 Do keep plankings to bridge the cables leading from the generator to the
welding job, when cables across lances or passages so that it will not be
damaged by wheels etc.
 Do cover cables with dry boards while working in confined spaces since cables
are exposed to damaged from falling sparks.

DON’T:

 Do not change electrodes with bare hands or wet gloves or when standing on
wet floor or grounded surface.
 Do not place hot metal where it may cause physical injury. A suitable sign
reading “Hot Metal” is recommended as a warning.
 CH 31) HANDLING & USE OF LPG CYLNDERS

DO:

 Do accept cylinder with protective caps/guards only.

 Do check for valve’s sealing tag is intact.
 Do check for gas leaks with soap solutions.
 Do turns off all the heat sources when a cylinder is being changed.
 Do keep / handle the LPG cylinder in its upright position
 Do open all doors / windows in case of you smell Gas and shut the cylinder
valve immediately. Remove the cylinder to cut out side.
 Do use a lighted match for lighting torch / rubber.
 Do switch off the cylinder valve and then the torch burner.
 Do periodically check the supply rubber hose.

DON’T

 Do not store/use LPG cylinder near/adjacent to any hot surface or heated

objects.
 Do not store more cylinder than required minimum quantity.
 Do not roll or use LPG cylinder as a support.

CH 32) STORAGE & HANDLING OF GAS CYLINDER

DO:
 Do use cylinder in an upright position and secure them against accidentally
being knocked over.
 Do keep the metal cap in place to protect the valve when the cylinder is not in
use.
 Do use approved wrenches for cylinder.
 Do use cradles / wheeled carts for moving cylinders.
 Do use regulators and pressure gauges only with gases for which they are
designed and intended.
 Do according with the markings of all cylinders according to the gas contained.

DON’T:
 Do not use a cylinder of compressed gas without reducing the pressure through
a regulator attached to the cylinder valve, except where cylinder are attached
to a manifold, in which case the regulator will be attached to the
manifold header.
 Do not attempt to stop a leak between the cylinder and regulator by tightening
the union nut unless the cylinder valve has first been closed tightly.
 Do not permit sparks, molten metal, electric currents, excessive heat or flames
to come in contact with the cylinder or attachments.
 Do not use oil or grease as a lubricant on valves or attachments of oxygen
cylinder and keep oxygen cylinder and fighting away from oil and grease.
 Do not smoke or carry open flame in cylinder storage area.
 CH 33) HANDLING OF LIQUID OXYGEN

DO:
 Do remember the following properties of liquid oxygen before handling.
i) It has much greater capacity to support combustion than air.
ii) It is non-inflammable and non-toxic, but is a very strong supporter of
combustion
iii) If vapours from Liquid Oxygen mixes with gaseous fuel in proper
proportion the mixture will explode in presence of a source of ignition.
 Do keep liquid oxygen in well ventilated areas.
 Do keep the equipment clean.
 Do carry the liquid Oxygen in suitable container that will permit the escape of
vapours while controlling pressure build up in the containers.
 Do wear goggles or face shields, gloves, (rubber) Aprons and boots.

DON’T:

 Do not allow unauthorized personnel to handle liquid Oxygen.

 Do not let bare shin come in contact with liquid oxygen. Burns also result if
contact is made with un insulated pipe or vessel’s containing liquid oxygen.
 Do not use / apply oil, kerosene, grease, gasoline, paint, tar dust on or near
liquid oxygen container

CH 34) HANDLING OF ACIDS

DO:

 Do wear goggles, face shield, rubber gloves, gum boots and aprons while
handling against splashing.
 Do flush off at one with lot of clean running water for any splashes.
 Do open cautiously a container, be alert for sprays or splashes of acids/alkalies.
 Do pour acid into water for dilution purposes pour slowly and stir constantly.
 Do drain empty container and replace the covers.
 Do treat all liquids as dangerous, until you know that they are safe.
 Do handle very carefully the bottles / containers which have no labels.
 Do avoid fumes or vapours. Use a gasmask wherever necessary.
 DON’T:
 Do not carry acid in an open container. Always out the stopper back and cork
the bottle. Protect glass container against the breakage.
 Do not place acid container near hot pipes or equipment.
 Do not store or eat food in acids, alkali stores.
 Do not keep acid container near cyanide storage.
 CH 35) USE OF RESIGN/ADHESIVES/SEALANTS

DO:

 Do use barrier creams while handling Resigns / Adhesives etc. Reapply after
each wash.
 Do use an implement/spreader wherever possible.
 Do use exhaust system/enclosures provided for mixing adhesives & hardners.
 Do get first aid treatment for all injuries. Report any sign of skin trouble
immediately.
 Do wash hands thoroughly with cleaning creams/soap before lunch/dinner.
 Do wear gloves, (Rubber, Surgical), overalls, aprons and chemical safety
goggles.
 Do store the materials in away from food, food container and clothing.

DON’T:

 Do not allow resin, adhesives of sealant to dry on the Skin. Wipe it off at once.
 Do not inhale fume/vapour. Use respiratory protection.
 Do not smoke in prohibited area.
 Do not use solvents to clean resins/adhesives off the skin.

CH 36) HAND OF CYANIDE

DO:

 Do keep cyanide away from all acids.

 Do always wear dry gloves when handling cyanide.
 Do make sure that cyanide never come in contact with open wounds or skin
abrasions.
 Do always wash your hands thoroughly with soap & running water.
 Do use rubber gloves when handling cyanide solution
 Do wear goggles, when inserting or taking to use.
 Do always store cyanide under lock and key.

DON’T:

 Do not store food or handle or consume during cyanide operations.

 Do not allow unauthorised personnel to handle cyanide.
 CH 37) WORKING IN COLD STORES
DO:

 Do allow authorised personnel only to enter cold stores.

 Do display board reading “CAUTION – NO ENTRY” “Except for authorised
personnel”
 Do ensure that the cold storage room shall be fitted with fasteners which can be
operated from both inside and outside.
 Do ensure doors of the room shall always open to outside and shall not have any
provision for locking from outside.
 Do ensure the working of emergency lights, emergency bell and indicating lights.
 Do use headlights when entering cold stores.

DON’T:

 Do not enter cold stores without wearing warm clothing and foot protection.
(Rubber/PVC Ankle Shoes)

CH 38) SPRAY PAINTING

DO:

 Do adjust the gun pressure so that it does not produce excessive mist.
 Do use only non-sparking tools and approved flame proof extension light in
inflammable areas.
 Do know the properties of the paint being used at all times and especially be
careful with paints containing flammable or poisonous solvents.
 Do always wear an approved protective clothing and respirator.
 Do thoroughly wash your hands and face with soap and water after the
day’s work and before eating.
 Do make yourself aware of the location of nearest fire extinguisher and be sure
you know how to use it

DON’T:

 Do not keep lunch or take it near your place of work.

 Do not use compressed air or flammable liquids, solvents for cleaning the
clothing.
 Do not smoke or permit smoking near your place of work.
 CH 39) WORKING IN CONFINED SPACE

DO:

 Do understand the term ‘Confined Space’. It is a space having relatively small

volume with unfavorable ventilation; so enclosed that dangerous contamination
therein cannot be prevented or removed by natural ventilation
through openings in the enclosure.
 Do check the atmosphere of the confined space for sufficiency of Oxygen, and
presence of toxic or flammable Gasses.
 Do thoroughly ventilate/purge the confined space by compressed air.
 Do wear an approved respirator, life line before getting inside the confined
space.
 Do use PVC gum boots, PVC hand gloves and PVC aprons in additions to air
assisted breathing apparatus while cleaning.
 Do have a Supervisor nearly for an eye on you inside

DON’T:

 Do not enter the confined space immediately after seeing a person getting
trapped. Call for Fire Bridge.
 Do not allow persons with medical complaints to enter / work in confined spaces.
 Do not enter confined space without a life line tied.

CH 40) CLEANING OF OIL TANKS

DO:

1. Do cut off oil supply to the tank.

2. Do drain out the oil from the tank.
3. Do fill up the tank with water for one working day.
4. Do drain out the water.
5. Do open all lids of the tank to the atmosphere and allow sufficient oxygen form
the atmosphere to enter into the tank.
6. Do test for sufficient oxygen content by introducing a burning candle / Bunsen
burner
7. Do wear Safety belt before entering into the tank and the other end of the belt
should be tied to the permanently fixed support outside the tank
8. Do deploy a person for supervision of the work
9. Do lift the worker from the tank in case of uneasiness in respiration/faints
DON’T:

1. Do not enter into the tanks in the absence of representative from company /
contractor
2. Do not undertake work without proper purging of tank
3. Do not close the lids for nay reasons
4. Do not allow persons to work who is suffering from respirator problems,
Hypertension, Diabetes, Deaf & Dumb, insane, epilepsy etc.
5. Do not allow persons who are sensitive to oil (Allergy)
6. Do not allow persons to sleep / eat / drink inside the tank
7. Do not allow persons suffering from Dermatitis

CH 41) WORKING ON ASBESTOS ROOF

DOS:

1. Do discuss the nature of work and approximate time required for completion of
the work with Supervisor
2. Do deploy only trained persons on this job
3. Do inspect Safety belt and roof ladder before use.
4. Do ensure that all contract workmen be insured under ESI Act
5. Do instruct them about the use of Safety appliances
6. Do undertake asbestos roof work between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. only.
7. Do always ensure the presence of company / contract representative
8. Do provide safety net spread above the ground level to avoid casualty in case
of fall from roof height.

DON’TS:

1. Do not allow inexperienced persons.

2. Do not engage persons not covered under ESI Act
3. Do not undertake work during rainy season & when sheets are damp
4. Do not work on asbestos roof between 5 p.m. & 8.00 a.m.
5. Do not carry heavy materials along with person.
 CH 42) USE OF COMPRESSED AIR

DO:

1. Do remember compressed air is stored up energy, used for hand tools;

instrumentations; etc.,
2. Do realise that the pressure necessary to remove particles from the machine /
machine bed will also be strong enough to blow them into your eyes, ears of self
or of people near ears, nostrils and rectum. Use brush, or brooms to clean
swarf or dusts
3. Do avoid cleaning of Machine & Machine bed with compressed air hose.

DON’T:

1. Do not use compressed air for body cleaning / dusting of clothing. If the air
enters a scratch or puncture of skin, however small it can cause the limb or
affected part to swell to alarming proportions accompanied by severe pain. If it
forces its way into the small bloods vessels of the Brain, burst the vessel and
cause death. Clothing offers no protections.
2. Do not horse play with the hose. However innocently it may begin, may end with
the most disastrous consequences.