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PersonalProtectiveEquipmentPolicy

Policy

The Flight Department strives to provide a safe work environment through the
use of methods and practices which isolate personnel from hazards and potential
hazards. Where such isolation is impossible, impracticable, or inadequate, appropriate
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) must be used. This Policy applies to any
hazards present which may produce injury or impairment of any part of the body
through absorption or physical contact.
This Policy complies with the OSHA Personal Protective Equipment standards
defined in 29 CFR 1910, Subpart I. Inhalation hazards are addressed separately in the
Respiratory Protection Program. Noise hazards are addressed in the Hearing
Conservation Program.
General
Each Department facility must be assessed to identify hazards requiring the use
of PPE. A written certification of workplace hazard assessment is required as defined
in 1910.132. Supervisors must select, and require the use of, PPE that is suitable for
protection from the identified hazards. Affected personnel, and their immediate
supervisors, must be fitted for and instructed in the proper use and care of selected
PPE. All personal protective equipment specifically required by this Policy shall be
provided by the Department at no cost to the employee.

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Responsibility
The Safety Manager/Officer is responsible for the completion and updating of
the facility Hazard Assessments annually, or as required.
The Safety Manager/Officer are responsible for the maintenance of required
training records.
The facility [position title] is responsible for ensuring that all affected
maintenance personnel are properly trained in and adhere to the proper use and care of
PPE.
All Department personnel who wear PPE are required to maintain the
equipment in a sanitary and usable condition. The use of damaged or defective PPE is
prohibited.

HazardAssessment
The Hazard Assessment, contained in Appendix I of this Section, has been
performed to survey the need for PPE in Department workplaces. This document
identifies procedures, situations, and conditions under which the indicated PPE must
be used. Supervisors and affected employees must be vigilant for other circumstances
that arise which may require the use of PPE. The information below is intended as a
guide in this determination.

EyeandFaceProtection

The following positions and tasks/areas have been identified where a reasonable
probability of eye injury can be prevented by eye protection:

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Position
Maintenance Technician

Tasks/Areas
All shop and hangar areas when:
portable or fixed tools are in use for sawing,
cutting, pressing, drilling, polishing,
grinding, sanding, abrading, or soldering,
compressed air is used for cleaning,
paint spraying,
servicing battery electrolyte
welding, and
hazardous chemicals are in use.

Additionally, appropriate eye or face protection must be used when employees

are exposed to any of the following:

flying particles (side protection is required),

liquid chemicals,
acids or caustic liquids,
harmful light radiation,
molten metal, or
chemical gases or vapors

All eye and face protection used, whether owned by the employee or provided
by the Department, must meet or exceed the requirements of ANSI Z87.1 - 1989, and
have markings indicating so. Eye and face protection must also be marked to indicate
the manufacturer. These requirements do not apply to non-protective eyewear worn in
non-hazardous situations. Where an exposure to intense optical radiation exists, filter
lenses must meet the requirements for shade designations in 1910.133(a)(5). Tinted
and shaded lenses are not filter lenses unless they are marked or identified as such.
Affected personnel who wear prescription corrective lenses must be provided with
protective eyewear which either;
a)
b)

incorporates the prescription, or

may be worn over prescription lenses without disturbing the proper position of
the prescription lenses or the protective lenses.

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Except for situations in which there are significant risks of ocular injury,
individuals may be allowed to wear contact lenses in Department facilities. When the
work environment entails exposures to chemicals, vapors, splashes, radiant or intense
heat, molten metals, or a highly particulate atmosphere, contact lens use should be
restricted accordingly. Restrictions on contact lens wear do not apply to office areas.
Questions concerning the wearing of contact lenses in Department workplaces should
be directed to the Safety Manager/Officer or the Company Medical Officer.
The three most appropriate types of eye and face protectors applicable to
hazards incurred during Department operations are:
1)

2)

3)

Spectacles - Protective devices intended to shield the wearers eyes from

impact hazards and hot sparks. Must be used in conjunction with side
protectors. Spectacles are primary protectors and may be used alone or in
conjunction with other protectors.
Goggles - Protective devices intended to fit the face immediately surrounding
the eyes in order to shield the eyes from impact, chemical splashing, high
temps, and hot sparks. Goggles are primary protectors and may be used alone
or in conjunction with other protectors.
Faceshields - Protective devices intended to shield the wearers face, including
the eyes, from impact, chemical splashes, hot sparks, and high temperatures.
Faceshields are secondary protectors only and may be used only in conjunction
with primary protectors.

FootProtection

1)

It has been determined that foot protection is not necessary in

Department workplaces. It is the responsibility of the Safety Manager/Officer
to reassess the workplace hazard situation as necessary, by identifying and
evaluating new equipment and processes, reviewing accident records, and

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reevaluating the level of protection required to protect employees from the
hazards.

HeadProtection

It has been determined that head protection is not necessary in Department

workplaces as there is no overhead work performed. It is the responsibility of the
Safety Manager/Officer to reassess the workplace hazard situation as necessary, by
identifying and evaluating new equipment and processes, reviewing accident records,
and reevaluating the level of protection required to protect employees from the
hazards.

HandProtection

The following positions and tasks/areas have been identified where a reasonable
probability of hand injury can be prevented by hand protection:
Position
Maintenance Technician

Tasks/Areas
All shop and hangar areas:
leather gloves must be worn when:
performing sheet metal work with nonpowered tools, and
welding.
chemical protective gloves must be worn
when:
using solvents or degreasers,
servicing battery electrolyte, and
handling lubricants or petroleum based

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products.
Additionally, appropriate hand protection must be worn by personnel whose
hands are exposed to hazards such as:
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
f)
g)

skin absorption of harmful substances,

severe cuts or lacerations,
severe abrasions,
punctures,
chemical burns,
thermal burns, or
extreme cold.
Hand protection must be selected based on an evaluation of:

1)
2)
3)

the hazards identified,

the duration of use, and
the type of task being performed.

Appropriate types of protective handwear applicable to potential hazards

incurred during Department operations are:
1)

2)
3)

Chemically Resistant Gloves - Hand protection intended to prevent dermal

contact with hazardous chemicals. Note that no single glove material is an
absolute barrier against all chemicals. The performance criteria of the glove
should be assessed relative to the chemical hazard anticipated.
Cut or Abrasion Resistant Gloves - Hand protection intended to prevent
severe cuts, lacerations, or abrasions.
Heat or Cold Resistant Gloves - Hand protection intended to prevent thermal
burns or frostbite.

Refer to Section VII Bloodborne Pathogens Exposure Control Plan, when an

employee may be occupationally exposed to blood and potentially infectious
material.

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CertificationofHazardAssessment

Date:
Completedby:

JobArea

Foot
Protection

Maint.

Requiredor
NotRequired

Pilot/
Flight
Attendant
Ops/
Admin.

Eye
Protection

Hearing
Protection

Hand
Protection

Head
Protection

Resp.
Protection

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TYPEOFHAZARD:BATTERYACID

Example:

BatteryAcid,Electrolyte

HealthHazards:
Eyesimmediatelydamaging
Skinrapidlydamagesskinandtissue
Inhalationdamagingtoupperrespiratorytractandlungs
Ingestiondamagingtodigestivetract
BodyPartsMostLikelytobeAffected:
Respiratorysystem,eyes,skin,teeth
HowtoKnowYouAreExposed:
Skinirritation,nose,mouthoreyeirritation,visiblecloudoffumesafterchemicalreaction
PhysicalHazards:
Fumesarehazardous.Verydangerousifinvolvedwithfire.Incompatiblewithcausticsand
somemetals.
HowtoProtectYourself:
Safetyglasseswithsideshieldsorchemicalgogglesalongwithfaceshieldwhenhandling.
Protectiveclothingandacidglovesmustbewornwhenhandlingconcentratedacid.Special
acidrespiratorshouldbeworniffumesareirritating. Donotaddwatertoconcentrated
sulfuricacid; addacid towater. Useproperbatteryjumpprocedures toprevent battery
explosions.
WhattodoinanEmergency:
Incaseofeye/skincontact,flushwithwater15minutesandseekmedicalattention.
Incaseofinhalation,removetofreshairandseekmedicalattention.
Incaseofingestion,dilutewithmilkorwaterandseekmedicalattention. Donotinduce
vomiting.
Incaseofspill/leak,iftrained,useAcidSpillCleanupKit.

Anylargeoroutdoorspillisanemergency.

TYPEOFHAZARD:BLEACH

Example:

SodiumHypochlorite,HouseholdBleach

HealthHazards:
Eyes/skinirritationorcorrosion
Inhalationirritatesmucousmembranesandrespiratorysystem
Ingestionirritatesandburns
BodyPartsMostLikelytobeAffected:
Eyes,skin,respiratorysystem
HowtoKnowYouAreExposed:
Skinirritation,nose,mouth,oreyeirritation
PhysicalHazards:
Incompatiblewithacids,alcohols,andammonia.Examples:phosphoricandsulfuricacid,
draincleaner,generalcleaner,householdammonia.
HowtoProtectYourself:
Readandfollowlabelinstructions.Wearsafetyglasseswithsideshieldsandrubbergloves.
Ifhandledinconcentratedform,theabovemustbewornalongwithfaceshieldorchemical
gogglesandprotectiveclothing. Specialchlorinerespiratorshouldbeworniffumesare
irritating.
WhattodoinanEmergency:
Incaseofeye/skincontact,flushwithwater15minutesandseekmedicalattention.
Incaseofinhalation,removefromcontaminatedareaandseekmedicalattention.
Incaseofingestion,seekmedicalattention.
Incaseofsmallspill,floodareawithlargequantitiesofwater.
Ventilatearea.
Anylargeoroutdoorspillisanemergency.

TYPEOFHAZARD:BROKENGLASS

Example:

BrokenGlassContainers

HealthHazards:
Cutsandpuncturewounds
BodyPartsMostLikelytobeAffected:
Feet,hands,arms
PhysicalHazards:
Sharpedgescancauseseriouscuts.Brokenglassonfloorcancausefallandfootinjuries.
HowtoProtectYourself:
Weargloveswhenhandlingbrokenglassorcleaningup.Cleanupbrokenglassassoonas
possible.
WhattodoinanEmergency:
Usedirectpressureoncuttostopbleeding.
Seekmedicalattention.

TYPEOFHAZARD:CARBONDIOXIDE

Example:

CO2PortableFireExtinguishers

Warning:

YoucannotdetectdangerouslevelsofCO2bysmell.

HealthHazards:
Eyescontactwithcarbondioxidegasstreamcancausecornealburnsorfrostbiteoftheeye.
Skincarbondioxidegasorliquidstreamcancausefrostbite.CO 2canformanacidwhenin
contactwithmoisture.
BodyPartsMostLikelytobeAffected:
Skin,lungs,nervoussystem
HowtoKnowYouAreExposed:
Skinexposuretostreamofgasisnoticeable.Respiratoryexposureresultsinincreaseofrate
anddepthofrespiration.
PhysicalHazards:
Carbondioxidecanformanacidwhenincontactwithmoisture.
HowtoProtectYourself:
Wear gloves, safety glasses, face shield and necessary protective clothing. Leave
immediatelyanyenclosedareaifyoubeginhavingbreathingproblems.
WhattodoinanEmergency:
Incaseofeye/skincontact,flushwithwaterandseekmedicalassistanceasnecessary.
Incaseofinhalation,removetofreshairandseekmedicalattention.Ifyouhaveabreathing
problem,evacuatethearea.

TYPEOFHAZARD:ACIDS

Example:

LiquidDrainCleaners

HealthHazards:
Eyes/skinirritation,burns,corrosion
Inhalationcandamagenasalandrespiratorytracts
Ingestioncandamagemouth,teeth,anddigestivetract
BodyPartsMostLikelytobeAffected:
Respiratorysystem,eyes,skin,teeth
HowtoKnowYouAreExposed:
Skinirritation,nose,mouthoreyeirritation,visiblecloudoffumesafterchemicalreaction
PhysicalHazards:
Corrosive and reactive. Will corrode skin and many common materials. Will react
dangerouslywithcausticoralkalimaterialssuchasgeneralpurposecleanersandbleach.
HowtoProtectYourself:
Readandfollowlabelinstructions. Wearsafetyglasseswithsideshields,rubbergloves,
chemical goggles orfaceshield. Ifhandled infullstrengthform,protective clothing is
required.Specialrespiratorscanbeusedtoprotectagainstfumes.
WhattodoinanEmergency:
Incaseofeye/skincontact,flushwithwater15minutesandseekmedicalattention.
Incaseofinhalation,removetofreshairandseekmedicalattention.
Incaseofingestion,dilutewithwaterandseekmedicalattention.Donotinducevomiting.
Incaseofspill/leak,iftrained,useAcidSpillCleanupKit.
Anylargeoroutdoorspillisanemergency.

TYPEOFHAZARD:BACKINJURIESFROMLIFTING

Example:

BackInjuriesfromImproperLiftingorOverexertion

HealthHazards:
Musclestrainsanddamagetothebackcanoccur.
BodyPartsMostLikelytobeAffected:
Back,shoulders,arms
HowtoProtectYourself:
Followsafeliftingprocedures:(1)Keepyourbackstraight,(2)Liftwithlegs,notyourback,
(3)Donottwistwhileliftingorcarrying,(4) Gethelpwhennecessary (5) Designheavy
liftingoutofjob,whenpossible.
WhattodoinanEmergency:
Seekmedicalattention.

TYPEOFHAZARD:CAUSTICS&ALKALINES

Example:

MostHeavyDutyCleaners,SolidDrainCleaners,Lye

HealthHazards:
Eyes/skinirritation,corrosion,andburns
Inhalationirritationandburns
Ingestionburnsanddamagetodigestivetract
BodyPartsMostLikelytobeAffected:
Skin,respiratorysystem,eyes
HowtoKnowYouAreExposed:
Nose, mouth or eye irritation. Irritation from skin contact may not be immediate upon
exposure,butmaterialsarefrequentlyslickwhenontheskin.
PhysicalHazards:
Corrosive and reactive. Will corrode skin and many common materials. Will react
dangerouslywithcausticoracidmaterialssuchasgeneralpurposecleaners.
HowtoProtectYourself:
Readandfollowlabelinstructions. Donotmixcleaners. Ifusedinconcentratedform,
gloves,safetyglasseswithsideshields,andprotectiveclothingmustbeworn.
WhattodoinanEmergency:
Incaseofeye/skincontact,flushwithwater15minutesandseekmedicalattention.
Incaseofinhalation,removetofreshairandseekmedicalattention.
Incaseofingestion,dilutewithwaterandseekmedicalattention.
Incaseofsmallspill/leak,dilutewithlargeamountsofwater.
Anylargeoroutdoorspillisanemergency.

TYPEOFHAZARD:AVIATIONJETFUEL

Example:

JetA

HealthHazards:
Eyesirritation
Skinrepeatedcontactmaycauseirritationandrash
Inhalationvaporormistcanbeirritatingandcauseheadache,dizziness,nauseaandlossof
coordination
Ingestionchemicalpneumonitisifaspiratedintolungs
BodyPartsMostLikelytobeAffected:
Skin
PhysicalHazards:
Combustibleliquid,givesoffflammablevaporwhenheated.Maycausesliphazards.
HowtoProtectYourself:
Hasamildcharacteristicodor. Avoidskincontact. Treatasaflammableliquid. Follow
propervehiclerefuelingprocedures.
WhattodoinanEmergency:
Treatasaflammableliquid.
Incaseofeyecontactflushwithwaterfor15minutes,seekmedicalattention.
Incaseofskincontactwashwithsoapandwater.
Incaseofinhalationremovetofreshair,seekmedicalattention.
Largeoroutdoorspillisanemergency.

TYPEOFHAZARD:ELECTRICALSHOCK

Example:

Electricallyoperatedtools,electricalcabinets,damagedelectricalcords.

Warning:

Riskofelectricalshockinwetareasismuchgreaterthannormalrisk.Allelectrical
equipmentabove50voltscancausedangerousshocksanddeath.

HealthHazards:
Injuryordeath
BodyPartsMostLikelytobeAffected:
Entirebody
HowtoKnowYouAreExposed:
Workwithelectricalhandtools,electricalmaintenanceorinstallationwork,workaround
exposedwiringorenergizedparts.
PhysicalHazards:
Voltagesabove50voltsareconsidereddangerousforshocks.Highvoltagecancausesevere
burnsanddamage.
HowtoProtectYourself:
Unlessqualified,donotopenelectricalcabinetswithexposedelectricalparts.Inspectall
electrical cords before use. Report electrical wire problems. Always use Ground Fault
CircuitInterrupter(GFCI)outletsorequipmentinwetareasandconfinedspaces. Always
inspectportableequipmentandextensioncordsbeforeuse.
WhattodoinanEmergency:
Ifafellowemployeeisbeingshocked,becarefulnottobecomeavictimyourself.Cutoff
electricity and/or useanonconductive item,suchasawoodenbroom,todisengagethe
victimfromthecircuit.CallforhelpandadministerCPRifvictimhasstoppedbreathing.

TYPEOFHAZARD:AIRCRAFTTUG/FORKLIFTTRAFFIC

Example:

ForkliftOperationsinHangar

HealthHazards:
Exhaustfrompropaneforkliftscanbetoxic.Exhaustcanbedeadlyinanunventilatedroom
orconfinedspace.
BodyPartsMostLikelytobeAffected:
Respiratorysystem
PhysicalHazards:
Forkliftdriversoftenhaveobstructedvision. Forkliftsmayleakhydraulicfluidandcause
sliphazards.Forkliftscanslideonwetfloors.
HowtoProtectYourself:
Neverwalkbetweenanoperatingforkliftandaclosefixedobject. Neverwalkbehinda
forkliftplacingorpickingupaload.Beonthelookoutforhydraulicfluidleaks.Forklift
hornsmustbesoundedatblindspotsorcorners.
WhattodoinanEmergency:
Seekmedicalattention.

TYPEOFHAZARD:GASOLINE

Example:

AutomobileFuelLeadFree

HealthHazards:
Eyesirritationordamage
Skinmaycauseirritation,dermatitisorblistering
Inhalationoverexposurecancausebronchopneumoniaorpulmonaryedema
MaycontainBenzene,whichispotentiallyanoccupationalcarcinogen
BodyPartsMostLikelytobeAffected:
Skinandrespiratorysystem
HowtoKnowYouAreExposed:
Vaporsinairarerecognizableduetocharacteristicodor.
PhysicalHazards:
Flammableliquid,flammablevaporsareheavierthanair
HowtoProtectYourself:
Avoidvapors. Keepignitionsourcesawayfromvapors. Followproperprocedureswhen
fueling.Avoidskincontact.Useapprovedstoragecontainers.
WhattodoinanEmergency:
Dangervaporsareflammable.
Incaseofskincontactremovecontaminatedclothing,washaffectedareawithsoapand
water.
Incaseofeyecontactflushwithwaterfor15minutes,seekmedicalattention.
Incaseofingestiondonotinducevomiting,seekmedicalattention.
Incaseofinhalationremovetofreshair,seekmedicalattention.
Incaseofspillorleakdanger,flammablevapors.Eliminatesourcesofignition,ifsafeto
doso.Callforemergencyservices.Ifsafetodoso,stopflowofliquidfromenteringdrains
orsewers.

TYPEOFHAZARD:HYDRAULICFLUID

Example:

AircraftHydraulicSystemFluid

HealthHazards:
Eyes/skinirritation
Inhalation/ingestionirritation
BodyPartsMostLikelytobeAffected:
Back,armorhandinjuriesduetofall
HowtoKnowYouAreExposed:
Hydraulicfluidisnormallynoticeableasaredliquidifspilledorleakedonskinorfloor.
PhysicalHazards:
Combustibleliquid. Canbeignitedwhenheatedorsprayedasafinemist. Incompatible
withoxidizerssuchaspureoxygen.Slipperyconditionsresultfromleaksandspills.
HowtoProtectYourself:
Cleanupleaksimmediately. Keepabsorbentonspillswhicharechronicproblems. Use
glovesorwashfromskinassoonaspossibleaftercontact.Useabsorbenttocontrolspills.
WhattodoinanEmergency:
Treatasacombustibleliquid.
Incaseofeyecontactflushwithwaterfor15minutesandseekmedicalattention.
Incaseofskincontactwashwithsoapandwater.
Incaseofinhalationremovetofreshairandseekmedicalattention.
Incaseofingestionseekmedicalattention.
Outdoorspillscanbeanemergency.

TYPEOFHAZARD:LUBRICANTS/PETROLEUMOIL

Example:

MotorOil,PetroleumLubricants

HealthHazards:
Eyes/skinirritation
Inhalationpossibledamagetonasalpassage
Ingestionstomachirritation
BodyPartsMostLikelytobeAffected:
Back,armorhandinjuriesduetofall
HowtoKnowYouAreExposed:
Lubricantsandoilsarenormallynoticeableonfloororskinwhensprayed.
PhysicalHazards:
Maybecombustible.Incompatiblewithoxidizerssuchaspureoxygen.Slipperyconditions
resultfromleaksandspills.
HowtoProtectYourself:
Readandfollowlabelinstructionsandwarnings. Cleanupspillsandleaksimmediately.
Keepabsorbentonspillswhicharechronicproblems.Useglovesorwashfromskinassoon
aspossibleaftercontact.Useabsorbenttocontrolspills.
WhattodoinanEmergency:
Treatasacombustibleliquid.
Incaseofeyecontactflushwithwaterfor15minutesandseekmedicalattention.
Incaseofskincontactwashwithsoapandwater.
Incaseofinhalationremovetofreshairandseekmedicalattention.
Incaseofingestiondrinktwoglassesofwaterandseekmedicalattention.
Incaseofspilluseabsorbentmaterialtocontain.
Outdoorspillscanbeanemergency.

TYPEOFHAZARD:PROPANE

Example:

Propane,LPG

HealthHazards:
Eyesnotsignificantunlesscontactwithliquid
Skinliquidcontactcancausefrostbite
Inhalationsimpleasphyxiant
BodyPartsMostLikelytobeAffected:
Hands(freezeburn)
HowtoKnowYouAreExposed:
Propanehascharacteristicodor.Liquidexposuregivessensationoffreezeburn.
PhysicalHazards:
Flammablegas.Keepawayfromoxidizersandsourcesofignition.Vaporsareheavierthan
air.Cylindersareveryheavy.
HowtoProtectYourself:
Keepsourcesofignitionawayfromanyleaks/spills.Gethelpwhenchangingcylinders.
WhattodoinanEmergency:
Incaseofeye/skincontactflushwithwater.
Incaseofinhalationremovetofreshair.
Incaseofspill/leakstayoutofflowofgas. Eliminate ignitionsourcesandventilate.
Evacuateareatopreventcontactwithliquidorvaporcloud. Forfire,stopflowofgas,if
possible.
Anylargeleakisanemergency.

TYPEOFHAZARD:SOLVENTS

Example:

PartsCleaner,SomeDegreasersorSpotCleaners,SprayPartsCleaner

HealthHazards:
Eyesirritation
Skincontactdriesskinbyremovingnaturaloils
Inhalation headaches, dizziness and nausea. Some solvent vapors are toxic in small
amounts.Readlabelinformation.
Ingestionharmfulifswallowed.
BodyPartsMostLikelytobeAffected:
Skin,eyes,respiratorysystem,nervoussystem
HowtoKnowYouAreExposed:
Mosthaveacharacteristicodororskincontactisobvious.
PhysicalHazards:
Avoidheat,sparksandopenflame.Incompatiblewithalkalis,causticsandoxidizingagents
suchascleaners.
HowtoProtectYourself:
Readandfollowlabelinstructionsandwarnings.Avoidheat,sparksandopenflame.Use
with good area ventilation. Special respirator must be worn if area of use is not well
ventilated.
WhattodoinanEmergency:
Incaseofeyecontactflushwithwaterfor15minutes.
Incaseofskincontactwashandapplyskinlotion.
Incaseofinhalationremovetofreshairandseekmedicalattention.
Incaseofingestiondonotinducevomitingandgetmedicalattention.
Incaseofspill/leakcatchandcollectinretainingareaorwithabsorbent.
Spillsoftoxicorflammablesolventscanbeanemergency.

Spillsoutdoorscanbeanemergency.

TYPEOFHAZARD:WELDINGARCSANDCUTTINGTORCHFLAMES

Example:

ArcsProducedbyWeldingandBrightFlamesProducedbyCuttingTorches

HealthHazards:
Fumescanbeharmful. Somemetalssuchasgalvanizedmetalproduceverytoxicfumes
whenheated.
BodyPartsMostLikelytobeAffected:
Respiratorysystem,eyes,face,hands,arms
HowtoKnowYouAreExposed:
Arcsandflamesarevisible.Fumesarenormallynoticeable.
PhysicalHazards:
Heatburnscanresultfromflame,arc,metalorslagcontact.
Lightintenselightradiationfromelectricalarcsandcuttingtorchflamescancauseeye
injury.Ultravioletandinfraredradiationcancauseburnsandeyeinjury.Eyeirritationand
injuriesmaynotbecomeevidentforseveralhoursafterexposure.
HowtoProtectYourself:
Followproperweldingprocedures.Wearproperweldingorburningprotectiveclothingand
eyeprotection.Ifyouareinthegeneralareaofwelding,wearsafetyglasses.Donotlook
directlyatareaorflamewithoutproperweldingeyeprotection.
WhattodoinanEmergency:
Seekmedicalattention.

TYPEOFHAZARD:WETFLOORS

Example:

HangarFloorsMayBeWetandSlippery

HealthHazards:
None
BodyPartsMostLikelytobeAffected:
Back,arm,andhandinjuryduetofalls.
PhysicalHazards:
Slipsandfallsaremorelikelyonwetfloors.Vehiclescandlosetractiononwetfloors.
HowtoProtectYourself:
Wearshoeswithslipresistantsoles. Slowdownifdrivingavehicleonawetfloor. Get
goodfootingwhenlifting.Keepfloorscleananddrywhenpossible.
WhattodoinanEmergency:
Seekmedicalattention.

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