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General Shop
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Lockers area is neat and clean
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Aisles are properly indicated, and aisles, passageways and corridors are free of obstructions
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Safety lanes are provided around power and non-powered stationary tools-
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Safety areas are marked around stationary tools
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Condition of floors maintained in a clean and dry condition (no water or oil) and free from obstructions and debris
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Extension cords and air hoses are stored when not in use. (no trip hazard)
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Ventilation is proper and adequate for the lab
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Illumination is adequate. Good shadow free lighting is required (30 footcandles (fc) general area, 50 fc on work areas, 100 fc for delicate repair work)
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Lead acid battery charging area will provide facilities for flushing and neutralizing electrolyte
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Every opening, floor or platform 4 ft. or more above ground level has a standard guard rail 42" high with an intermediate rail and a toe board of at least 4 in. above the floor. Rail must withstand 200# thrust
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All stairways having more than four (4) risers have a standard hand railing 30" – 34” high
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
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Safety glasses are required (warnings posted)
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Bump hats or hard hats are available for appropriate applications
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Toe guards are available for appropriate applications
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Hearing protection is provided for use of tools exceeding 85 db
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Respirators (dust masks) are provided in dusty areas
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Face shields are provided at every power tool
Fire and Exits
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Exit signs are visible and directional exit signs provided. Exit signs have letters 6" high, 3/4" strip and 5 candlepower illumination
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Exit doors and access to exits are not locked from exit side
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Non-exit doors are clearly identified "not an exit" or otherwise labeled for use
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A fire alarm is provided
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Fire extinguishers are of the proper type for the location. Class A fire - wood, paper, cloth and rubber-foam and dry chemical recommended. Class B fire - flammable liquid, gas, and grease - dry chemical, CO2 and foam recommended. Class C fire - energized electrical – dry chemical & CO2 recommended. Class D fire - combustible metals specific for the chemical.
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Fire extinguishers adequately located. Maximum height 5', if under 40#, 3 1/2' if over 40#.
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Fire extinguishers tested yearly.
General Machinery and Tools
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Working surfaces of machines are free of debris and materials
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All stationary tools are anchored to the floor
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Machinery guards are in place and operational
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Stationary machines are arranged so that individuals are protected from hazards of other machines
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Non-skid surfaces provided at power tools on smooth floors
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Tools are stored neatly when not in use
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Tools are kept sharp, clean, and in good working order
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Portable tool cords are in good condition
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Drill presses are equipped with clamps or vises
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Bench brushes are provided to remove chips from drill presses
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Shears are shielded
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All gears, moving belts, chains, and shafts, etc., are protected by permanent guards
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Chop saws are properly guarded, clamp is working, and sparks are directed away from other students
First Aid, Safety Equipment, and Sanitation
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A trained person (or persons) is available to render first aid
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First aid supplies approved by the health department
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First aid supplies are well stocked and readily available
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Fire blankets are readily available
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Eye wash station is provided
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Washing facilities are provided and properly maintained
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Restroom and dressing facilities are provided
Materials Storage
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Pressure safety cans are used for flammable or combustible liquids
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Combustible wastes are kept in approved self-closing covered metal containers
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A fire resistive cabinet is used to store flammable liquids
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Stored wood stacked safely and solidly so it will not fall
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Stored metal stored in racks safely and solidly so it will not fall
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SDS sheets are available and clearly marked for all materials found in the shop. (For example, welding gas, fuel, welding rod.)
Ladders
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All ladders are in good repair and stored properly. Ladders not exposed to elements, heat and dampness, hung horizontally,
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All portable ladders have safety feet
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All fixed ladders meet design specifications. Rung to back clearance - 7 in., max. rung spacing - 12 in., caged if more than 20 ft. to a max. of 30 ft
Electrical
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A keyed master disconnect switch for all power tools
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Electrical cabinets and power room is accessible only to authorized personnel
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Circuit breakers and disconnects are clearly labeled
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All electrical receptacles, junction boxes and switch boxes are properly covered
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All electrical outlets and fixtures are grounded
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All stationary power tools and equipment are grounded
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All extension cords are grounded. Cords of J wire grounding type
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Portable power tools are grounded or tools are double insulated.
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All electrical disconnects are identified (circuit breakers, fuse boxes, etc.) in boxes
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The signal units for heating, ventilating and air-conditioning are operational
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Overcurrent devices are provided on all electrical loads
Hoists
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Safety hooks are used on all chains and lifting devices
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Rated load plainly marked on the side of lifting equipment
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Stands are provided to block raised equipment
Compressed Air
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Compressed air plumbing is steel or copper (L or M) not PVC
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Hoses are in good condition
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Air used for cleaning is regulated to not more than 30 psi and chip guarded
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Safety valve in the air line is in good working order
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There are pressure gauges on the air lines
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Air compressor is drained frequently
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Air compressor fans and flywheels within 7 ft. of the floor are guarded with a guard having holes not greater than 1/2 in. in width. Compressor is placarded as “automatic equipment”
Battery Powered Tools
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Batteries are in good condition (no damage)
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Batteries are marked with a purchase date
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Batteries are stored safely
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Charging stations are neat and well ventilated (cooling)
Woodworking Equipment
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Saw blades and cutterheads are sharp and in good condition
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Push sticks or push blocks are available
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The table saw is equipped with a guard, anti-kickback and spreader
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The band saw has an adjustable guard above the blade rolls and the blade wheels are covered
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The jointer has a working automatic guard covering all sections of the cutting head
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Power miter saw is in good working condition. Guards work smoothly. Saw is secured to a bench or stand
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The radial arm saw is equipped with hood guard, anti-kickback, rotation sign, automatic return, and table extension or stop
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All saws have roller units or stands to assist moving material to the saw and removal after cutting
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Dust control/collection system is operational and used
Grinders
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The grinder has a safety guard at the point of operation
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The grinder has guards to cover the spindle ends, nuts and flanges
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The work rests are adjusted to within 1/8 inch of the grinding wheel
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The adjustable tongue guard or spark deflector on grinder is adjusted to within 1/4" of the grinder wheel
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Maximum periphery exposure for a stationary grinder is 65 degrees. (Exposed distance between tool rest and tongue guard or spark deflector.)
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Grinding wheel of the right type and in good condition with no cracks, wheel diameter over half -of original size
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Cooling container nearby and filled
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Wheel dresser available
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All portable grinders and saws have proper shielding in position. Power cords in good condition
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The forge or small furnace is adequately vented
Arc Welding
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Adequate ventilation is provided for the dissipation of exhaust gases and welding fumes
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Arc welder cables are not worn or damaged
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Electrode holders are in proper condition to avoid exposure to electrical connections
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Electrode holders are hung up and so placed and fastened securely to the cable that they do not make electrical contact
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Arc welding helmets with tempered safety glass of the proper shade are in good condition
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Shielded metal-arc welding (SMAW)1/16 - 5/32 electrodes No.10
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TGAW 1/16 - 5/32 electrodes No. 11-12
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Gas-shielded ferrous arc welding (GMAW) 1/16 -5/32 No. 12
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Carbon arc. No. 14
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Fire resistant curtains or shields are used around arc welding areas or booths
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The floor in the welding area is kept dry and free of combustible materials
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Protective gloves are provided and are in good condition
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Protective clothing such as jackets, sleeves, or capes are provided for out of position welding
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Shade 3-5 goggle or face shields are provided for plasma cutting
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Gas cylinders are secured
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Gas cylinders valves are closed when not in use
Compressed Gas Storage
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Compressed gas cylinders are chained or secured in place
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The protective cap is in place on all stored cylinders
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Combustible compressed gas and oxygen cylinders are separated by at least 20 ft. or a 5 ft. high wall of 1/2 hr. heat barrier
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Empty and full cylinders are labeled
Gas Welding
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Portable gas welding equipment has the cylinder valves turned off when not in use
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Portable gas welding equipment cylinders are secured
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Gas welding goggles with tempered safety glass of the proper shade are in good condition
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Torch brazing No.3 or 4
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Light cutting to 1 in. No.3 or 4
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Gas welding (light) up to 1/8 in. No.4 or 5
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Gas welding (med.) 1/8 - 1/2 in. No.5
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Oxyacetylene manifold welding systems have been installed according to the N.F.P.A. Shut off valves are working
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Anti-flashback systems are in place and operational
Paint
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Paint spray booth has adequate ventilation
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Paint spray booth has proper lighting
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Explosion proof wiring within 20 feet of spray paint booth
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No open flames within 20 feet of opening of spray paint booth
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Spray paint area not littered with combustible materials
Student Dress (if students are present)
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Rings and other jewelry are removed when working in the shop
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All clothing worn is free from loose sleeves, flopping ties, loose coats. etc
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Long hair is tied back
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Shoes cover feet (closed toe). Leather is required for welding
