Global Service Training

1. Global Service Training Compressed Air Safety Training Module Tristan Blanchard October 2007 Issue 2

2. Featuring….. MR T. (Guess Who !! )

3. Compressed Air Safety • The Following Presentation is a Guide to Your Safety !! • You are obliged by law to understand and adhere to national and local safety legislation and regulations.

4. Safety First !!! • CAUTION: • Work on a compressor unit must only be carried out by authorized service personnel who are fully trained and competent in: • The Compressor • The Compressed Air System • The Electrical System

5. Hot Surfaces • Compressors can operate at temperatures • in excess of 200°C !!! • Beware of HOT Surfaces • Beware of HOT Oil • Beware of HOT Cooling Water

6. Compressed Air Safety • Pneumatic Safety • Electrical Safety • Safety Attire • Safe Working Practice • Site Safety Rules • General Safety • Read and Understand All Warning Labels • Chemical Safety Let’s look at each individually….

7. 1Pneumatic Safety • Isolate Compressor From System • Depressurize Compressor and Pipe Work • Check Compressor Pressure Gauge

8. It is advisable to use an Isolation Notice so people are aware that work is being carried out. Pneumatic Safety • Isolate Compressor From System

9. Pneumatic Safety 2. Depressurize Compressor and Pipe Work

10. 1 Pneumatic Safety • Check that compressor pressure gaugereads zero

11. 1 Pneumatic Safety • Beware !!! • Air Exhausting to Atmosphere can be Dangerous…. • Direct Discharge Air Away from the Unit & Operator • Clear Area of any Flying Hazards Before Discharge • Use Hearing Protection During Any Depressurization • Follow All Site / Local Regulations

12. 2 Electrical Safety

13. Only when absolutely necessary should any testing be performed with the power on. Use extreme care ! Never work on a powered or running unit alone! 2 Electrical Safety • Isolate From Main Supply • Remove Fuses • Lock Out • Test For Incoming Power

14. 2 Electrical Safety Isolate from Main SupplyIsolate the compressor unit from the main power supply.

15. 2 Electrical Safety Remove FusesAs an extra safety measure, remove fuses from the power supply to the compressor (and keep safely in your pocket).

16. It is advisable to use an Isolation Notice so people are aware that work is being carried out. 2 Electrical Safety Lock Out….Isolate the compressor’s power supply at the main board.Cover and lock the isolation box to prevent someone inadvertently switching supply back on whilst work is in progress or the unit is unsafe to use.

17. 2 Electrical Safety Test for Incoming Power….Double check that the main supply terminals to the machine are not live before proceeding with any work.You may be 100% sure that supply has been isolated, but mistakes can occur from time to time. Get into the habit of double checking that the machine is safe to work on as high voltages can kill. It’s not worth the risk !!!

18. 3 Safety Attire • Safety Footwear • Gloves • Hard Hat • Ear Defenders • Safety Glasses • Coveralls • Reflective Vest / Jacket

19. 3 Safety Attire • It is recommended that protective footwear is worn at all times to protect toes / feet from falling objects Protective Footwear

20. 3 Safety Attire • It is recommended that protective gloves / latex gloves (where appropriate) are worn at all times to protect hands from injury / infections GlovesHand Protection

21. 3 Safety Attire Hard Hats Head Protection • It is recommended that hard hats / bump hats are worn at all times to protect the head from falling objects or low level hazards

22. 3 Safety Attire Ear DefendersHearing Protection • In noisy environments… it is recommended that ear defenders / ear plugs are worn at all times to protect your hearing

23. 3 Safety Attire Safety Glasses Eye Protection • It is recommended that safety glasses are worn at all times to protect your eyes

24. 3 Safety Attire • While on any site, it is recommended that a coverall be worn T.B Coveralls

25. 3 Safety Attire • While on any site, it is recommended that a reflective item, such as a reflective jacket or vest, is worn Reflective Jacket / Vest

26. 4 Safe Working Practices…. • Use Correct Tools • Calibrated Equipment • Lifting Equipment

27. 4 Safe Working Practices…. Always use correct tools for the jobUsing incorrect tools can damage components and make further maintenance difficult and costly.e.g.Always use correctly sized spanners, never use grips or adjustable spanners.

28. 4 Safe Working Practices…. Always use equipment that has been correctly tested and calibrated.Using un-calibrated equipment may give false readings which could give rise to inaccurate fault diagnoses.

29. 4 Safe Working Practices…. Where required always use suitablelifting equipmentMake sure that:-Items being lifted are well securedThe lifting equipment and tackle is in good order and capable of lifting the item.Nobody, including yourself, stands too close or beneath items that are lifted.

30. 5 Site Safety Rules • Observe All Posted Signs and Notices

31. 6 General Safety…. • If testing is required with unit running:- • Ensure all guards are in place. • Be aware of any items that may come in contact with moving parts. • Don’t wear long hanging cloths, neck ties • Do not play with compressed air • Do not point air hoses at anyone • Do not use compressed air to blow dirt from clothing

32. 6 General Safety…. • Check Security and Condition of Air Hoses • Check Security and Condition of Electrical Cables • Protect yourself from Noise and Vibration from Air Tools • Remove ‘SLIP HAZARDS’: Clean Up……… • Oil Spills / Oil Leaks / Water Leaks / Condensate • Tie back long hair • Beware of Loose Clothing e.g.… Tie !! • Walk Don’t Run !! • Beware of Trip Hazards • Beware of Low Level Bump Hazards • Beware of Heavy Lifting

33. 7 Read and Understand All Warning Labels • The following slides give brief descriptions of some of the most commonly used safety signs on CompAir compressors.

34. 7 Read and Understand All Warning Labels • Attention: • Only lubricate the system while the motor is running. For further details, see the operating instructions

35. 7 Read and Understand All Warning Labels • Warning: • Don’t attempt any servicing / maintenance without reading the manual first.

36. 7 Read and Understand All Warning Labels • Attention: • Replace oil filter cartridge after approximately 100 operating hours. For further details, see the operating instructions.

37. 7 Read and Understand All Warning Labels • Caution: • Hot Surfaces, Do Not Touch

38. 7 Read and Understand All Warning Labels • Caution: • Hot and dangerous exhaust fumes

39. 7 Read and Understand All Warning Labels • Warning: • Check and, if required, re-tighten connection terminals. For further details, see the operating instructions.

40. 7 Read and Understand All Warning Labels • Earthing Point

41. 7 Read and Understand All Warning Labels • WarningPressurized part or system

42. 7 Read and Understand All Warning Labels • Warning: • Risk of electric shock

43. 7 Read and Understand All Warning Labels • Warning: • The system continues to run for 30 seconds after pressing the ‘O’-Key

44. 7 Read and Understand All Warning Labels • Warning: • This system can start up by means of a remote control or automatically after a power failure.

45. 7 Read and Understand All Warning Labels • Caution: • Pressure Vessel

46. 7 Read and Understand All Warning Labels • Warning: • General Warning

47. 7 Read and Understand All Warning Labels • Warning: • Rotating Machinery

48. 7 Read and Understand All Warning Labels • Do not re-engage starter until all moving parts are stationary

49. 7 Read and Understand All Warning Labels • Never attempt to operate the machine without the safety device mounted.

50. 7 Read and Understand All Warning Labels • Carefully read the operating manual before commissioning or servicing this compressor.