Prevention of work accidents

PREVENTION OF WORK ACCIDENTS

1. Protective clothing.
   • Depending on the nature of the work to be carried out ensure that adequate protective glasses, ear protectors and dust masks are worn. As a general rule work clothes, safety shoes and cap should be worn while working.

   

   1. Cap
   2. Ear protectors
   3. Welding gloves
   4. Gloves
   5. Safety shoes
   6. Protective shield
   7. Work clothes
   8. Dust mask
   9. Protective glasses
2. Safety supports.
   • After the vehicle has been raised ensure that safety supports are adequately positioned. Refer to "LIFTING AND TOWING POINTS" for the location of bearing points.
3. Imflammable materials.
   • Ensure that the negative lead is disconnected from the battery before undertaking repairs.
   • If welding has to be carried out near the fuel tank, remove it and plug the filler neck.
   • Plug the open ends of the fuel and brake fluid hoses when they are disconnected.
   • Remove the electronic control unit before carrying out electric welding on the vehicle.

1. Work environment.
   • To guarantee the safety of the operators the work environment should be well ventilated and lighted.
   • As paints and sealants produce toxic gasses when heated it is advisable to use pneumatic chisels or saws instead of oxyhydrogen flame to cut and remove damaged metal sheets.
   • To remove paint from the metal sheet, a belt-sander or rotating brush should be used.
2. Vehicle bodywork straightener.
   • Ensure that the straightener is used in strict accordance with the procedures given in the Manufacturer's Instruction Manual. During straightening of the damaged part never stand in front of the straightener in the direction of the tension load.

   

   CAUTION: Never stand in front of the straightener.