Carver Companies

Repair Shop Safety Manual

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GENERAL AUTOMOTIVE, TRUCKING & HEAVY EQUIPMENT REPAIR SHOPS SAFETY RULES, POLICIES, AND PROCEDURES The safety rules contained on these pages have been prepared to protect you in your daily workplace. Employees are to follow these rules carefully, review them often and use good common sense in carrying out assigned duties. ALL EMPLOYEES General Safety Rules.......................................................................................................................2 Electrical Safety...............................................................................................................................2 Office Safety.................................................................................................................................2-3 Lifting Procedures............................................................................................................................3 First Aid/CPR...............................................................................................................................3-4 Hazard Communication................................................................................................................4-5 Ladders & Stepladders.....................................................................................................................6 Fire Safety.....................................................................................................................................6-8 AUTOMOTIVE, TRUCKING AND HEAVY EQUIPMENT REPAIR TECHNICIANS Shop Safety......................................................................................................................................8 Vehicle & Equipment Safety........................................................................................................8-9 Wheel Mounting/Demounting on Vehicles.....................................................................................9 Tire Handling...................................................................................................................................9 Tire Mounting.............................................................................................................................9-10 Tire Demounting...........................................................................................................................10 Electrical Tool Safety....................................................................................................................10 Hand Tool Safety...........................................................................................................................10 Grinders.........................................................................................................................................11 Automotive Lifts............................................................................................................................11 Compressed Gas Cylinders…...................................................................................................11-12 Forklifts……………………………………………………………………………………..........12 Hearing Protection………………………………………………………………….………..…..13 PPE…………………………………………………………………………………….………...13 Welding/Cutting/Burning………………………………………………………………….....14-15 Spray Painting………………………………………………………………................................15 Overhead Door Safety…………………………………………………………………………...15

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ALL EMPLOYEES General Safety Rules 1. Do not block or obstruct stairwells, exits or accesses to safety and emergency equipment such as fire extinguishers or fire alarms. 2. Straighten or remove rugs and mats that do not lie flat on the floor. 3. Use a ladder or step stool to retrieve or store items that are located above your head. 4. Use the handle when closing doors, drawers and files. 5. Obey all posted safety and danger signs. 6. Use caution signs/cones to barricade slippery areas such as freshly mopped floors. 7. Do not run on stairs or take more than one step at a time. 8. Do not block your view by carrying large or bulky items; use a dolly or hand truck or get assistance from a fellow employee. 9. Do not tilt the chair you are sitting in on its back two legs. 10. Use handrails when ascending or descending stairs or ramps. 11. Do not stand in front of closed doors. 12. Walk around wet, icy, slick or oily areas if possible. 13. If required to cross a slippery surface, walk slow and flat-footed. Hold onto a handrail or solid object, if present, to maintain balance. 14. Use provided aisles, walkways or sidewalks. Do not take shortcuts. 15. Clean shoes of ice, water, mud, grease or other substances that could cause a slip or fall. 16. Pull merchandise carts through areas of restricted visibility. 17. Use a flashlight, turn on lights or take time for eyes to adjust when entering a dark room or dim surroundings. 18. Do not move faster than conditions allow on slippery surfaces or in congested areas. 19. Open one file cabinet drawer at a time. 20. Use a cord cover or tape the cord down when running electrical or other cords across aisles, between desks or across entrances/exits. Electrical Safety 1. Do not use appliances and extension or power cords that have the ground prong removed,broken off or damaged in anyway. 2. Do not connect multiple electrical devices into a single outlet. 3. Do not overload electrical circuits with multiple outlets. 4. Turn off electrical appliances and equipment when not in use. 5. Turn off and unplug office machines before adjusting, lubricating or cleaning them. Office Safety 1. Close drawers and doors immediately after use. 2. Do not kick objects out of your pathway; pick them up or push them out of the way. 3. Put heavy files in the bottom drawers of file cabinets. 4. Store sharp objects, such as pens, pencils, letter openers or scissors in drawers or with the points down in a container. 5. Keep floors clear of items such as paper clips, pencils, tacks or staples. 6. Carry pencils, scissors and other sharp objects with the points down. 7. Do not use extension or power cords that have the ground prong removed or broken off. 8. Point the ejector slot away from yourself and bystanders when refilling staplers. 9. Do not connect multiple electrical devices into a single outlet. 10. Do not throw matches, cigarettes or other smoking materials into trash baskets. 11. Keep doors in hallways fully open or fully closed. 12. Use a staple remover, not your fingers, for removing staples. 13. Turn off and unplug office machines before adjusting, lubricating or cleaning them.

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14. Do not use fans that have excessive vibration, frayed cords or missing guards. 15. Do not place floor type fans in walkways, aisles or doorways. 16. Do not use frayed, cut or cracked electrical cords. 17. Do not store or leave items on stairways or walkways. 18. Clean up spills or leaks immediately by using a paper towel, rag or a mop and bucket. Lifting Procedures 1. Plan the move before lifting; remove obstructions from your chosen pathway. 2. Test the weight of the load before lifting by pushing the load along its resting surface. 3. If the load is too heavy or bulky, use lifting and carrying aids such as hand trucks, dollies, pallet jacks and carts or get assistance from a co-worker. 4. If assistance is required to perform a lift, coordinate and communicate your movements with those of your co-worker. 5. Position your feet 6 to 12 inches apart with one foot slightly in front of the other. 6. Face the load. 7. Bend at the knees, not at the back. 8. Keep your back straight. 9. Get a firm grip on the object with your hands and fingers. Use handles when present. 10. Never lift anything if your hands are greasy or wet. 11. Wear protective gloves when lifting objects with sharp corners or jagged edges. 12. Hold objects as close to your body as possible. 13. Perform lifting movements smoothly and gradually; do not jerk the load. 14. If you must change direction while lifting or carrying the load, pivot your feet and turn your entire body. Do not twist at the waist. 15. Set down objects in the same manner as you picked them up, except in reverse. 16. Do not lift an object from the floor to a level above your waist in one motion. Set the load down on a table or bench and then adjust your grip before lifting it higher. 17. Slide materials to the end of the tailgate before attempting to lift them off of a pick-up truck. Do not lift over the walls or tailgate of the truck bed. 18. When practical, push objects into position for lifting, do not pull. First Aid/CPR Carver Companies Policy is to have at least one employee per work site with a First Aid/CPR Training Certificate obtained by the American Red Cross or equivalent training that can be verified by documentary evidence. Carver Companies offers these classes every year at the main office for all personnel. Every Repair Shop shall be equipped with:

1. An easy accessible and adequate First Aid Kit for the environment in which they may be used for. 2. Eyewash Stations for flushing of eyes or body where the eyes and body may be exposed to

material causing injury. 3. Information for transportation to a hospital.

The contents of the first aid kits and Eyewash station shall be checked by the Manager and/or Safety Director periodically to be sure that they have adequate supplies. If in the event that you may not be able to receive medical assistance that is reasonably accessible in terms of time and distance to the jobsite, a person with a valid certificate in First Aid shall be available to render first Aid treatment. Most often, you’ll come up against smaller injuries – burns, nicks, cuts and scratches. The danger

here is that most people don’t bother to get first aid for these minor injuries. But unless they are

properly treated, these little injuries can develop into serious infection cases. Work carefully – but

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if you do get hurt or someone else gets hurt, get expert attention as soon as you can. Time is often

very important.

Hazard Communication Carver Companies Hazard Communication program is set up to provide you with information about the materials you may come into contact with on a jobsite, in the shop and/or the Quarries. It was created to reduce the number of chemically caused injuries and illnesses by providing employees with information about chemicals, gases and compounds that could cause injuries or illnesses. The Hazard Communication Standard required that manufactures and distributors of chemicals, gases and compounds provide their customers with detailed information as to the potential health and safety hazards of their product when used in manufacturing or the contracting environment. This information is provided through the Material Safety Data Sheets (M.S.D.S.) and product labels. M.S.D.S. (MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETS):

The MSDS is a form that provides more detailed information about a chemical than a label. It is located in the Main Office, Napa (Missy) and the Scale Houses. You may also call:

3E COMPANY 24 Hours a day 7 days a week 365 days a year 1-800-451-8346 Or

1-760-602-8703 Info you should have when calling:

• Product Name • Product Number • Manufacturer Name • Manufacturer Phone Number

General Guidelines in Hazcom: 1. Be aware of hazardous chemicals being used on site. 2. All containers MUST be labeled. 3. Know where the hazard communication program, hazardous materials list and M.S.D.S. are

maintained on site. 4. Employees shall not work with a material until they have been informed of the hazards they may

be exposed to and the steps personnel may take to protect themselves. 5. Be knowledgeable of appropriate work practices, emergency procedures and personal protective

equipment when working with hazardous chemicals. 6. Notify your supervisor if you bring hazardous materials on site. 7. All personnel shall maintain the integrity of labels on the worksite. 8. Read the labels and follow the instructions and warnings on the M.S.D.S. sheets. 9. Assemble the protective clothing and equipment you’ll need for the job. Inspect it for rips, tears

and a good fit. 10. Remove things that could burn, explode, or react dangerously with nearby materials. 11. Remove food and street clothing from the work area so they don’t get contaminated. 12. Know where emergency numbers are posted. 13. Know here first aid kits and eyewash stations are located. 14. Make sure the correct type of fire protection equipment is located nearby and ready for use.

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15. Know whom to contact and what to do in an emergency. 16. Have someone nearby who knows where you are and what you’re doing at all times. 17. Every job has different protection requirements. Use the proper personal protective equipment for

that job. 18. Always follow appropriate company and M.S.D.S. safety procedures.

Potential Hazardous Chemicals Commonly Found in Repair Shops Acetylene gas Adhesives Anti-freeze Benzene (and derivatives) Carbon Monoxide Caulking, sealant agents Coatings (brush or spray applied) Diesel Gas Diesel Oil Drywall Explosives Foam Insulation and fireproofing Freon Gasoline (petrol, ethyl) Glues Greases Hydraulic brake fluid Hydrochloric Acid Iron Kerosene Lubricating oils Motor Oil additives Oxygen (in cylinders) Paint remover Paint Stripper Paints/lacquers Pipe threading Oil Plastics Polishes (wood, metal) Sealers Sulfuric Acid Thinner, paint/lacquer Tin Turpentine, gum spirit, oil of turpentine Varnishes Waterproofing agents Waxes

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Ladders & Stepladders 1. Read and follow the manufacturer's instructions label affixed to the ladder if you are unsure how to

use the ladder and to check for load capacity. 2. Visually inspect the ladder periodically for loose rungs, cracked or split rails, missing rubber foot

pads or other visible damage. 3. Do not use ladders that have loose rungs, cracked or split side rails, missing rubber foot pads, or are

otherwise visibly damaged. 4. Use lock-out & tag-out procedure if ladder is damaged. 5. The ladder rungs must be uniformly spaced, clean and free of grease. Remove buildup of material

such as dirt or mud. 6. Do not place ladders in a passageway or doorway without posting warning signs or cones that detour

pedestrian traffic away from the ladder. Lock the doorway that you are blocking with the ladder and post signs that will detour traffic away from your work.

7. Do not place a ladder at a blind corner or doorway without diverting foot traffic by blocking or roping off the area.

8. Allow only one person on the ladder at a time. 9. Face the ladder when climbing up or down it. 10. Maintain a three-point contact by keeping both hands and one foot or both feet and one hand on the

ladder at all times when climbing up or down the ladder. 11. When performing work from a ladder, face the ladder and do not lean backward or sideways from

the ladder. Do not jump from ladders or step stools. 12. Do not stand on tables, chairs, boxes or other improvised climbing devices to reach high places. Use

the ladder or stepstool. 13. Do not stand on the top two rungs of any ladder. 14. Do not stand on a ladder that wobbles, or that leans to the left or right of center. 15. When using a straight or extension ladder, extend the top of the ladder at least three feet above the

edge of the landing. 16. Extension ladders shall be placed at a 4:1 ratio. 17. Secure the ladder in place by having another employee hold it if it cannot be tied to the structure. 18. Do not move a rolling ladder while someone is on it. 19. Do not place ladders on barrels, boxes, loose bricks, pails, concrete blocks or other unstable bases. 20. Do not carry items in your hands while climbing up or down a ladder. 21. Use ladder for only the intended purpose while on it.

Fire Safety Protect fire extinguishers from exposure to severe weather conditions. Extinguishers are approved for temperature range –40 degrees to +120 degrees F. Extinguishers are pressurized vessels, which if exposed to excessively high temperature could rupture, and result in injury or damage. Water-type extinguishers must be protected from freezing. Maintain fire extinguishers in accordance with the NFPA portable fire extinguisher standard.

A qualified distributor should service fire extinguishers. Service by inexperienced persons can be

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All portable fire extinguishers shall be visually and monthly inspected and have an annual

maintenance check. Your Supervisor shall train you prior to initial assignment and annually in the

inspection process, as well as familiarizing you on the general principles of extinguisher use and the

hazards involved in incipient firefighting.

IN CASE OF FIRE:

Alert other persons in the immediate hazard area.

If you have been trained, you can decide to use a fire extinguisher following these instructions: -P=Pull the safety pin -A=Aim the nozzle at the base of the fire -S=Squeeze the operating lever -S=Sweep side to side covering the base of the fire

*When using a fire extinguisher, always stay between the fire and an exit; stay low and back away when the fire is extinguished. *Never feel that using a fire extinguisher is required. If the fire is too hot, too smoky or you are frightened, evacuate.

1. Have someone notify the fire department. 2. Warn everyone. Be sure everyone clears the area immediately and stays safely outside. 3. The Fire Department needs to be called no matter how small the fire seems to be. (Post the phone

number near each telephone.) Or call 911. 4. Evacuate the area. 5. Plan your evacuation and stay near an exit so you can escape in case the fire gets out of control. 6. Stay low to avoid inhaling smoke heated fumes and poisonous gases. 7. Use the proper extinguisher for class of fire involved. 8. Grasp the extinguisher firmly and pull out locking pin (operating procedures are marked on

extinguisher). 9. Stand 6 to 10 feet from the fire (contents of extinguisher are under pressure). 10. Hold the extinguisher upright, point nozzle toward base of flames and squeeze the handle. 11. Discharge contents into base of flames, sweeping back and forth across underside of flames. For

wall fires, start at the bottom and work your way up and for floor fires, sweep side to side and move forward as fire is extinguished.

12. After your initial effort, move progressively closer to the fire, enabling the discharge stream or cloud to reach the furthest burning sections. Keep your back to the wind. If extinguisher discharge scatters the fire, you are too close. Move back until scattering action ceases.

13. After the fire is out, survey area for several minutes for “flashback” or small recurrences or flame. Check the rubble for smoke, which can indicate fire. Clean up area immediately after you have confirmed that the fire is extinguished. Some dry chemical agents may corrode property if not cleaned up directly after the fire is extinguished. Shut off power if you suspect fire was of electrical origin.

14. It is our policy to only attempt to extinguish fires in their early stages. Our primary function in a fire emergency is to facilitate evacuation and minimize damage.

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Safety Procedures 1. Do not point an extinguisher at a person’s face. 2. Avoid inhaling chemical contents, which can cause temporary irritation and vomiting. If this

occurs, contact a physician immediately. 3. When using carbon dioxide extinguishers, avoid enclosed areas, which present a suffocation

hazard. Should a person be overcome, they should be removed immediately from the space containing the gas. Call a physician and apply artificial respiration.

4. Carbon Dioxide (snow) can inflict cold burns if it touches skin. 5. Never enter an area where a fire was burning, even if it appears to be out. Fire may re-flash,

resulting in entrapment and burns. 6. Never use water on electrical fires. 7. Never throw an extinguisher into a fire.

AUTOMOTIVE, TRUCKING AND HEAVY EQUIPMENT REPAIR TECHNICIANS Shop Safety 1. Follow these steps when handling hot automotive parts that have been removed from vehicles:

a) Pick up the part using gloves, heat resistant pads or dry rags. b) Place hot parts such as loose pipes, mufflers and shocks in metal containers that are labeled "Hot Metal Parts Only".

2. Wear safety glasses when working in the shop area. 3. Use a flexible exhaust hose to vent engine exhaust to the outside when the shop bay doors are closed. 4. Remove dust and shavings from drum lathes with a dust pan and broom or vacuum cleaner on a daily or job by job basis. Do not use your bare hands. 5. Dump gasoline and other liquid chemical waste into containers labeled "Flammable Waste" from containers labeled "Flammable". 6. Attach the pressure reducing nozzle that is labeled "Reduces Pressure to 30 psi" to the air hose when using compressed air to clean. Wear safety goggles when using compressed air to clean. 7. When lifting batteries or other heavy objects from the engine compartment of a vehicle, use the following procedures: 1. Press your thighs against fender by leaning into vehicle. 2. Grasp the object by lifting with both hands. 3. Keep the object close to body, with elbows close to body. 4. Turn body using feet, not twisting at waist. 5. Move the object to work bench and lower onto bench. Use arms to lower and do not bend at waist. 6. When examining under the dash, use inspection mirrors. Do not twist your body or maintain an awkward posture when trying to look under the dash. 7. Drape a shop rag over the radiator cap before venting or removing the cap from the radiator. 8. Wear gloves, safety goggles and a rubber apron when working in the battery charging area. 9. Direct engine hand tools away from rotating fan blades when the engine is running. 10. Before "running" the vehicle for an engine analysis, engage the parking brake and use wheel blocks to "chock" the wheels of the vehicle. Vehicle & Equipment Safety 1. Do not ride in the bed of pick-up trucks or on a piece for equipment. 2. Turn headlights on when driving inside the shop area. 3. Do not drive over 5 miles per hour in the shop area. 4. Shut all doors and fasten your seat belt before moving the vehicle or piece of equipment. 5. Obey all traffic patterns and signs at all times. 6. Maintain a 3-point contact using both hands and one foot or both feet and one hand when climbing into and out of vehicle and equipment. 7. Drive up the slope or down the slope; not across the slope.

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8. Before leaving a vehicle and equipment, engage the parking brakes and chock the wheels. 9. Do not approach any vehicle or equipment until it stops and the driver exits. 10. Walk behind the vehicle or equipment and remove any equipment, tools or other pathway instructions before getting into it. Sound the horn to alert nearby coworkers before backing it up. 11. Tie down, lash, or secure all materials and equipment hauled in the bed of vehicles. 12. Stand clear of vehicles and equipment in motion. 13. Do not mount or dismount a moving vehicle or piece of equipment. Wheel Mounting/Demounting On Vehicles & Equipment 1. Position the lift so that the axle hub of the vehicle or equipment is about waist height. 2. Position the tire and wheel on the floor so that the inside of the tire faces you and the outside of the tire faces the vehicle or equipment. 3. Place hands on the side of the tire with the tire resting against your thigh just above the knee. 4. With a continuous motion, straighten up using your thigh as a pivot point. Rotate the tire until most of the weight is resting on your thigh. The inside of the tire is now facing the vehicle or equipment. 5. Continuing the momentum, the tire and wheel goes toward the hub with a little guidance from the hands. 6. Position the wheel and hub hole on the hub and align the lugs with the holes. 7. Reverse this procedure when demounting. Tire Handling 1. When loading tires onto or unloading tires from a vehicle, do not throw the tires off of the truck; use the following procedure:

a) Bend at knees, grasp tire with two hands, elevate tire to upright position and carry the tire to the end of the truck. b) Hand tire off to a co-worker.

2. Do not stack tires above your shoulder level. 3. When unstacking tires that are above your shoulder height, use two people to unstack down to shoulder height. 4. Carry tires with your hands. Do not carry more than two tires at a time; Do not roll tires. Tire Mounting 1. Apply a thin layer of lubricating grease, oil or soap to the bead -- the groove on the inside edge of the tire sidewall -- to aid in achieving a successful bead seal. 2. Place a piece of cardboard on the ground to protect the wheel and set the wheel on top of it. Carry tires with your hands. Do not carry more than two tires at a time; Do not roll tires. Place the tire on the wheel so the bead is supporting the tire atop the wheel. 3. Force the bottom bead around the wheel by placing your knees on the tire then pushing down on the opposing side. It will take a lot of force. Ask for assistance if needed. Be careful so the tire and bead are not damaged when working it onto the wheel. 4. Work the other bead over the wheel rim using a tire iron, crowbar, or other strong, flat, dull piece of metal. Place the end of the tool over the tire bead and slide it down until it grabs the inboard wheel rim. Once set, use your body weight and the tool as a lever to ease the bead around the wheel. 5. Move the tool around the wheel rim to set the entire bead. Try to avoid removing the tool from the tire as reinserting it on the partially set bead may inadvertently damage the bead. 6. Apply more lubricant the beads, place the tire in the cage and begin slowly filling the tire with air. Do not get impatient and attempt to air the tire quickly. The tire may make popping noises while it is being filled. 7. Monitor the tire sidewall while filling the tire with air. Once the top sidewall begins to take shape, start closely monitoring the top bead and stop filling the tire when the top bead is approximately 75 percent seated. If the top does not seat itself from this point, slowly add small amounts of air until it is seated.

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8. Fill the tire to its recommended pressure when the bead is acceptably seated. Tire Demounting 1. Remove the cap from the valve and remove the valve core using a valve core remover. Screw the remover onto the stem then use the end of the remover to grasp and unscrew the core from the stem. 2. Place a piece of cardboard on the ground to protect the wheel and set the wheel on top of it. Carry tires with your hands. Do not carry more than two tires at a time; Do not roll tires. Lay the tire assembly flat on the cardboard and break the bead from the wheel using a bead breaker or tire spoon. Depending on the tire, this step may take a lot of effort. Ask for assistance if needed. 3. Work the bead free from the rim using the crowbar or tire iron. 4. Flip the tire over and unseat the other bead, but do not work the bead free from the rim. Instead, keep the free bead around the wheel and flip the tire over again. 5. Lift the tire and work the bottom bead over the top rim of the tire. When it is free, the tire will be dismounted from the wheel. Electrical Tool Safety 1. Do not use power equipment or tools on which you have not been trained. 2. Keep power cords away from the path of vacuum cleaners, floor polishers and grinders. 3. Do not carry plugged in equipment or tools with your finger on the switch. 4. Do not carry equipment or tools by the cord. 5. Disconnect the tool from the outlet by pulling on the plug, not the cord. 6. Turn the tool off before plugging or unplugging it. 7. Do not leave tools that are "On" unattended. 8. Do not handle or operate electrical tools when your hands are wet or when you are standing on wet floors. 9. Turn off electrical tools and disconnect the power source from the outlet before attempting repairs or service work. Tag the tool "Out of Service". 10. Do not drive over, drag, step on or place objects on a cord. Hand Tool Safety 1. Tag worn, damaged or defective tools "Out of Service" and do not use them. 2. Do not use a tool if its handle has splinters, burrs, cracks or splits, or if the head of the tool is loose. 3. Do not use impact tools such as hammers, chisels, punches or steel stakes that have mushroomed heads. 4. When handing a tool to another person, direct sharp points and cutting edges away from yourself and the other person. 5. Do not chop at heights above your head when working with a hand axe. 6. Do not carry sharp or pointed hand tools such as screwdrivers, scribes, aviation snips, scrapers, chisels or files in your pocket unless the tool or pocket is sheathed. 7. Do not perform "make-shift" repairs to tools. 8. Transport hand tools only in tool boxes or tool belts. 9. Wear safety glasses, goggles or face shields when operating grinders. Grinders 1. Do not use grinding wheels that have chips, cracks or grooves. 2. Do not use the grinding wheel if it wobbles. Tag it "Out of Service". 3. Do not try to stop the wheel with your hand, even if you are wearing gloves. 4. Do not use grinder if it is not firmly anchored to the work bench. 5. Prior to installing a new grinding wheel, inspect the wheel for cracks or other visible damage; tap the wheel gently with a plastic screwdriver handle to detect cracks that are not visible. If the wheel has a dead sound rather than a ringing sound, do not use the wheel.

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6. Do not install a grinding wheel whose labeled RPM speed is lower than the rated speed of the grinder. 7. Do not grind on the side of an abrasive wheel labeled "Type 1". 8. Do not clamp a portable grinder in a vise to use it as a bench grinder. 9.Wear safety glasses, goggles or face shields when operating grinders.

Automotive Lifts 1. Remove all tools, cords, hoses, trash and any other debris from the lift area and wipe up all grease and oil spills before driving a car or truck into the service bay. 2. Position the lift arms, adapters and supports to the center of the lift out of the way of the car's tires before driving the vehicle into the service bay. 3. Do not stand in front of a vehicle being driven into the service bay. 4. Do not use any lift that has cracked contact pads, cracked lift arms or any other visible damage. 5. Do not use wood or concrete blocks as a substitute for an extender. 6. Use wheel blocks to chock the wheels of any vehicle on a runway lift while the vehicle is on the lift. 7. Do not leave the controls unattended while the lift is in motion. 8. Do not block or "tie open" the lift's control while the lift is in motion. 9. Do not use the engine or transmission supports or stands as a substitute for jack stands. 10. If the vehicle begins to slip off of the lift, run in the opposite direction of the fall, but not toward a wall or work bench that might trap you between the object and the vehicle. 11. Before you lower the vehicle, remove tool trays, jack, engine and transmission stands, and any other obstructions from under the vehicle. 12. Before removing the vehicle from the service bay, position lifts arms and supports to the center of the lift away from the wheels of the vehicles. 13. Do not "tie down" or override the air or control valves of the lift. 14. Do not raise vehicle with anyone inside it. 15. When raising a vehicle, use the following procedure:

a. Use the lift to raise the vehicle about one foot off the ground, then moderately push the rear or front bumper of the vehicle to ensure that the vehicle frame is stably mounted on the lift support's contact pads. b. If the frame of the vehicle is not firmly touching a support contact pad, or is slipping, immediately lower the vehicle and start over. c. Once the vehicle is secure on the lift, lift the vehicle to the desired work height and visually check those contact points for misalignment before going under the vehicle.

16. As you raise the vehicle, you will hear a "clicking" noise which indicates that the lift's locking device is engaging. If you do not hear the "clicking" noise, stop the lift, fully lower the vehicle and use another lift. Place an "Out of Service" tag on the control switch of the damaged lift and do not use it. 17. If you will be working under a lift that will be positioned at a point below where the lifts locking device engages, place four jack stands under the vehicle's frame or suspension for additional support before working under the vehicle. 18. Wear safety goggles when working underneath vehicles.

Compressed Gas Cylinders – Storage & Handling 1. Do not handle oxygen cylinders if your gloves are greasy or oily. 2. Store all cylinders in the upright position – securely chained or caged. 3. Place valve protection caps on gas cylinders that are in storage or not in use. 4. Do not lift cylinders by the valve protection cap. 5. Do not store compressed gas cylinders in areas where they can come in contact with chemicals

labeled "Corrosive." 6. Do not place cylinders against electrical panels or live electrical cords where the cylinder can become

part of the circuit.

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7. Do not store oxygen cylinders near fuel gas cylinders such as propane or acetylene, or near combustible material such as oil or grease.

8. If a cylinder is leaking around a valve or a fuse plug, move it to an outside area away from where work is performed and tag it to indicate the defect.

9. All cylinders must be stored on level surfaces at all times.

Forklifts Only employer trained personnel may operate forklifts. Formal instruction, operator evaluation and practical training by a qualified person shall be provided before operating a forklift in the workplace. Training will include: load capacity, instructions, distances, refueling, ramps, visibility and balancer and counterbalances. Personnel operating a forklift will have refresher training once a year provided and documented by a general tool box talk consisting of the elements listed below as well as a re-evaluation every three years or earlier if deemed necessary.

1. The operator must do an inspection on the piece of equipment prior to operation. 2. Do not exceed the forklift lift capacity (refer to the lift capacity plate on the forklift). 3. Follow the manufacturer's guidelines concerning changes in the lift capacity before adding an attachment to a forklift. 4. Lift the load an inch or two to test for stability: If the rear wheels are not in 5. Firm contact with the floor, take a lighter load or use a forklift with a higher lift capacity. 6. Do not raise or lower a load while you are in route. Wait until you are in the loading area and have

stopped before raising or lowering the load. 7. After picking up a load, adjust the forks so that the load is tilted slightly backward for added stability. 8. Drive with the load at a ground clearance height of 4-6 inches at the tips and 2 inches at the heels in

order to clear most uneven surfaces and debris. 9. Drive at a walking pace and apply brakes slowly to stop when driving on slippery surfaces such as

icy or wet floors. 10. Approach railroad tracks at a 45 degree angle. 11. Do not drive over objects in your pathway. 12. Do not drive into an area with a ceiling height that is lower than the height of the mast or overhead

guard. 13. Steer wide when making turns. 14. Do not drive up to anyone standing or working in front of a fixed object such as a wall. 15. Do not drive along the edge of an unguarded elevated surface such as a loading dock or staging

platform. 16. Obey all traffic rules and signs. 17. Sound the horn when approaching blind corners, doorways or aisles to alert other operators and

pedestrians. 18. Do not exceed a working speed of five miles per hour and slowdown in congested areas. 19. Stay a minimum distance of three fork truck lengths from other operating mobile equipment. 20. Drive in reverse and use a signal person when your vision is blocked by the load. 21. Look in the direction that you are driving; proceed when you have a clear path. 22. Do not use bare forks as a man-lift platform. 23. Do not load pallets of wood that are not banded on to the forklift. 24. Do not drive the forklift while people are on an attached aerial lift platform. 25. Drive loaded forklifts forward up ramps and in reverse when driving down a ramp. 26. Drive unloaded forklifts in reverse when going up a ramp & forward when going down a ramp. 27. Raise the forks an additional two inches to avoid hitting or scraping the ramp surface as you

approach the ramp. 28. Do not attempt to turn around on a ramp. 29. Does not use "Reverse" to brake.

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30. Lower the forks completely, turn off the engine and set the parking brake and chock wheels before leaving your forklift.

Hearing Protection An excessively loud environment is not only annoying; it also reduces efficiency, causes stress and can cause irreparable damage to hearing. Hearing loss due to noise exposure is a permanent, disabling condition. Fortunately, through the use of proper ear protection, noise induced hearing loss (NIHL) can be reduced or even completely eliminated.

In the United States alone, about 20 million people are affected by NIHL from their jobs. NIHL has several causes. Common causes include chronic noise exposure, injury to the ear from a blow to the head, explosive noises, rapid pressure changes and ear infection.

For people with NIHL, sounds, music and conversation sound flat. Higher pitched voices, like women and children, become much harder to understand because of this distortion. Another problem that occurs with persons with NIHL is something called the “cocktail party effect.” People with NIHL have real difficulty hearing a conversation against background noise.

Employees must take the responsibility for hearing protection by wearing their hearing protection correctly at all times, seeking replacements as necessary and communicating problems to their supervisors. Personal Protective Equipment

It is the policy of Carver Companies that the first consideration in the performance of work shall be the protection of the safety and health if all employees. Therefore we require that all employees wear personal protective equipment as required. We want to see our employees go home safely at the end of the day.

Eye & Face Protection: All employees are required to wear safety glasses and face protection as required. Ear Protection: All employees are required to wear ear plugs when noise level exceeds 85 decimals. Hand Protection: All employees involved in operations exposing hands to cuts, chemicals, burns, etc., are required to wear the appropriate gloves for the exposure. Foot Protection: Employees exposed to moving materials, parts and machinery that have the potential to fall on and/or crush are required to wear Steel Toed Boots/Shoes.

Other: Specific jobs may cause the need for other personal protective equipment. When this occurs, the employee is expected to utilize this equipment. It is the employees responsibility to ensure that the equipment in use is appropriate and in good working condition.

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Welding/Cutting/Burning General

1. NEVER USE OXYGEN TO VENTILATE A CONFINED SPACE. 2. Do not weld or cut containers or materials, which previously had been in contact with hazardous

substances unless they have been properly cleaned. 3. Do not weld or cut painted or plated parts unless special precautions with ventilation have been

taken. They can release highly toxic fumes or gases. 4. Whenever practical, all welding, cutting and burning operations are to be shielded by fire-

resistant curtains or screens to protect employees and other persons in the vicinity. If persons working nearby are unprotected by the shield, advise them to wear protective goggles.

5. Keep all equipment safety guards, covers and devices in position and in good repair. Keep hands, hair, clothing and tools away from V-belts, gears, fans and all other moving parts when starting, operating or repairing equipment.

Cutting/Burning/Welding Operations

1. Prior to commencing any welding, cutting or burning operation, thoroughly inspect the area to make sure that there are no combustible or flammable materials within 35 feet. Keep an appropriate fire extinguisher on hand at all times

2. Insulate all body parts from work and ground using dry insulation. When welding in damp locations, on metal framework such as floors, gratings or scaffolds, or when in positions such as sitting or lying, make certain the insulation is large enough to cover the full area of physical contact with work and ground.

3. Welding leads and hoses should not be run through doorways. If there is no alternative, the door should be blocked open and the hoses and leads protected from damage.

4. Welding cable is subjected to severe abuse as it is dragged over work under construction and across sharp corners. Special cable with high quality insulation should be used and suspended overhead where possible. Frequent inspections should be made to keep welding cables in good repair. Defective cables are to be replaced or repaired immediately.

5. Use fully insulated electrode holders (stingers). Never dip hot electrode holders in water. 6. Be sure the work cable makes a good electrical connection with the metal being welded. The

connection should be as close as possible to the area being welded. Ground the work or metal to be welded to a good electrical (earth) ground. When not welding, make certain no part of the electrode circuit is touching the work or ground. Accidental contact can cause overheating and create a fire hazard.

7. When electrode holders are to be left unattended, the electrodes should be removed and the holders placed or protected so that no electrical contact with employees or conducting objects can be made. Discard the stub end properly.

8. Electric welders should be turned off at the end of each shift or when not in use for extended periods of time. All burning rigs must be broken down at the completion of work, with regulators removed and protective caps screwed down hand-tight. Any faulty or defective equipment must be reported to the supervisor immediately.

Personal Protective Equipment for Cutting/Burning/Welding Operations 1. Wear oil free protective garments such as leather gloves, heavy wool or cotton shirts, shoes that

extend above the ankles or spats and cuff less trousers extending below the tops of shoes, which will protect the body from the rays of the arc and from hot metal sparks.

2. Test for sufficient ventilation. Natural air ventilation must be supplemented by mechanical ventilation if any of the following conditions exist: ceiling is less than 16 feet high; there is less than 10,000 cubic feet per welder; the welding space is confined; or cross ventilation is obstructed by balconies, partitions or other structural barriers.

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3. Proper respirators or air-supplied masks must be worn when welding metals containing or coated with hazardous materials.

4. Wear earplugs when welding in confined areas. 5. Always wear safety glasses when in the welding area. Use safety glasses with side shields when

near slag chipping operations. 6. Be sure the hood is in place before striking an arc, and at all times while welding. Wear hardened

filter lens goggles under the hood or shield. 7. The greatest hazard of welding and burning operations is the possibility of eye injuries.

Ultraviolet radiation is generated during these operations. After exposure to excessive ultraviolet radiation, eyes may develop sharp pains and/or become red and irritated. Without proper protection, it is possible to damage the eyes permanently.

Spray Painting

1. Store rags that have oil or paint on them in closed metal containers labeled "oily rags." 2. Press the pressure relief valve on painting canisters and painting guns prior to disconnecting them. 3. Do not eat, drink, smoke or apply cosmetics where spray painting is taking place. 4. Do not operate spark inducing tools such as grinders, drills or saws near containers labeled “Flammable

" or in an explosive atmosphere such as paint spray booths or rooms. 5. Perform all spray painting operations in the spray booth or room. 6. Do not point the spray gun toward any part of your body or at anyone else. 7. Turn the control switch to the "on" position to operate the mechanical ventilation system before and

during all spraying operations. 8. Wear Proper PPE

Overhead Door Safety

A moving Overhead door could result in death or serious injury. Please follow these Safety precautions when around or operating Overhead Doors.

1. Do NOT close door until doorway is clear 2. Do NOT stand or walk under door while door is moving 3. Keep doorway clear and in full view while operating doors 4. Doors with sensing edge or “electric eyes” should be tested frequently 5. Doors must be open completely or closed completely when in use.

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