Safety Guidelines for Using Cartridge Operated Tools at The University of Hong Kong, Study notes of English

Download Safety Guidelines for Using Cartridge Operated Tools at The University of Hong Kong and more Study notes English in PDF only on Docsity! Cartridge Operated Tools Safety Office 槍彈推動打釘工具 The University of Hong Kong CARTRIDGE OPERATED TOOLS 1. Do not use cartridge operated tools in an atmosphere containing flammable vapours, flammable gases or explosive dusts. 2. Never attempt to do more than what is detailed in the manufacturer’s instructions because the built-in safety devices of some tools are complex and it requires special tools and technical knowledge to do the job properly. 3. Use only tools approved by the Labour Department under F & IU (Cartridge operated Tools) Regulations. Every cartridge operated tool shall be clearly and permanently marked in English or Chinese, the manufacturer’s name, type or model of the tool and its serial number. 4. Ensure he users of cartridge operated fixing tools are: (i) at least 18 years of age; and (ii) holding a certificate of competence on the particular tool to be used 5. Operators and others directly engaged in firing activities must wear suitable high resistant goggles, safety helmets and ear protectors. 6. Never point tools, whether loaded or otherwise, towards any person. Always point them downwards (except when firing) and, as far as possible, always from your body. This applies particularly when removing misfired cartridges. 7. Never walk around with loaded tools. 8. Never put your hand loaded tools. 9. Do not load any tool until immediately before it is required. If a tool is loaded in error, unload it immediately. 10. Keep tools unloaded in an approved lockable tool-box and stored in a safe place to which only authorized persons have access when not in use. Every tool-box shall contain a copy of the manufacturer’s instruction manual. 11. Keep cartridges for immediate use in a suitable damp prof box that contains no other objects. 12. Keep clear of the immediate vicinity of the firing place unless you are the operator or his/her assistant. Watch out when firing against soft or thin materials because the fixings nay penetrate it and injure someone on the other side. D(Irene)/…/Cartridge Operated Tools May06.doc 1