Download Safety Guidelines for Using Cartridge Operated Tools and more Summaries Personal Health in PDF only on Docsity! 111 Toolbox Safety Talks Cartridge Operated Tools Rockwood Casualty Insurance Company (Rockwood) may provide safety management services to its insureds in order to reduce the risk of loss that may lead to insurance claims. The information and advice we provide is not intended to include all possible safety measures and controls. Rockwood does not warrant that losses and claims will be avoided or mitigated if our recommendations are followed. The safety management services we provide do not relieve the insured of its own duties and obligations with regard to safety matters, nor does Rockwood guarantee to the insured or others that the insured’s property and/or operations are safe, healthful, or in compliance with applicable laws, regulations or standards. The insured remains responsible for its own operations, safety practices and procedures and should consult with legal counsel and safety professionals, of its own choosing, as it deems appropriate. Page 1 of 2 1) What are the hazards/injuries involved with cartridge operated tools? a. Lacerations b. Punctures c. Eye injuries d. Death 2) What hazards should be recognized? a. Training b. PPE c. Direction of aim 3) What safe practices should be used when working with cartridge operated tools? a. Always load with barrel pointing in safe direction b. Never walk around on site with a loaded tool/gun c. Never place your hand over the end of the barrel d. Ensure cartridges are suitable for material being fired into (no too powerful) – consider a test fire e. Beware of voids in material being fired into and allow at least 75mm (3”) from edges of concrete or brickwork f. Always hold gun/tool at right angles to material being fired into – ensure splinter guard is resting on surface g. Always wear suitable PPE (eye protection and ear defenders as a minimum) h. In the event of a misfire wait one minute and try again. If still a misfire, then wait a further minute prior to unloading i. Keep guns/tools well maintained and clean – never leave a gun loaded 4) Do we have any cartridge operated tools in need of repair or missing guards? 5) Does everyone have the proper PPE? 6) What is the most hazardous material we use these tools on? Why? 7) Has anyone had an incident or near miss while working with a cartridge operated tool? 8) Are there any other safety issues you would like to discuss?
