Eye protection is mandatory for all operations which
produce sparks, chips, flying objects or involve use of corrosive chemicals.
Face shields shall be worn for all operations which involve use of a high
pressure steam system. Appropriate gloves and protective clothing shall also
be worn.
Mechanics shall not wear loose clothing around rotating
equipment. Clothes saturated with oil, grease, or solvents shall not be worn.
Compressed air shall not be used to clean clothing.
Shop floors will be kept free of grease, oil, gasoline,
or other slipping hazards.
Employees shall not use defective electrical or mechanical
shop equipment or hand tools. All automotive shop machinery shall be grounded.
Vehicles shall not be towed unless appropriate tow bars
or other approved equipment is used.
Jacks, hoists, or other lifting devices shall not be
used beyond the safe load capacity recommended by the manufacturer. Employees
shall not remain in vehicles being lifted by hydraulic lifts or jacks.
Mechanics shall not work under vehicles that are not
properly supported with approved stands. Makeshift stands made of wood, cement
blocks, or boxes shall not be used.
Gasoline, acetone, kerosene, or similar solvents shall
not be used to clean hands, floors, walls, or other surfaces. Parts shall
be cleaned only in approved containers using appropriate solvents.
Employees shall not use standard sanitary sewer drains
for the disposal of gasoline, oil, or solvents. Contact EH&S for disposal
guidelines.
Tanks or containers which are used for gasoline or other
flammable solvents shall not be mechanically opened or repaired by welding
without purging and cleaning.
Do not begin tire inflation before the rim is properly
seated. It is dangerous to attempt adjustment with a hammer when the tire
is being inflated.
Do not place hands or arms between mounted dual tires
during inflation. Always use a long air chuck for inflation.
Do not change tires on the road unless wheel chocks and
warning devices are used. Flares should be used to warn others whenever a
vehicle tire is changed while on a heavily used road.
Changing of tires on split-rim wheels will be performed
only by individuals with proper training and using only appropriate equipment.
