Safety First

Safety is one of the most important elements in the working life of all
people. Mechanical work in an environment which potentially be very
dangerous. Only when dangers are recognised and understood can
appropriate measures be taken to protect against personal accidental
injury, ill health or damage to equipment. Accidents cost British
industry an estimated 4.5 billion each year.

Workshop Safety Rules:

Before you can use equipment and machines or attempt to do work in a
workshop you must understand basic safety rules. This rules will help you
and others safe in the workshop.

1. Always listen to carefully to the teacher and follow instructions.

2. Do not run in the workshop, you could ‘bump’ into another pupil and
cause an accident.
3. Know where the emergency stop buttons are positioned in the
workshop. If you see an accident at the other side of the workshop you
can use the emergency stop button to turn off all electrical power to
machines.
4. Always wear an apron as it will protect your clothes and hold loose
clothing such as ties in place.
5. Wear good strong shoes. Training shoes are not suitable.
6. When attempting practical work all stools should be put away.
7. Bags should not be brought into a workshop as people can trip over
them.
8. When learning how to use a machine, listen very carefully to all the
instructions given by the teacher. Ask questions, especially if you do
not fully understand.
9. Do not use a machine if you have not been shown how to operate it
safely by the teacher.
10. Always be patient, never rush in the workshop.
 11. Always use a guard when working on a machine.
12. Keep hands away from moving/rotating machinery.
13. Use hand tools carefully, keeping both hands behind the cutting edge.
14. Report any damage to machines/equipment as this could Cause
accident.
15. Avoid working alone.

Warning signs and labels of the groups of dangerous

substances

Workshop considerations
Workshop safety is everyone's responsibility, the following rules have been
put in place to ensure the safety of all students and staff. Please read the
safety rules carefully before entering the workshop.
 Student affected by drugs or alcohol are not permitted in the
workshop
 Students with any health problems that may affect workplace safety
(e.g. medication, epileptic fits) must report these conditions to the
workshop staff
 Notify the workshop staff of your arrival
 No food or drink in the workshop
 Wear the correct protective equipment for the tools you are using – ask
if in doubt
 All chemicals (e.g. glues and paints) must be checked through
Chemwatch and with workshop staff before use
 Immediately notify the workshop supervisor of any faulty or broken
equipment
 Ask how to use the tools safely
 Make sure your work piece is fixed securely before work commences
 Keep leads up off the floor
 Keep clear of any person operating tools and machinery (bumping an
operator or get tangled in the lead could cause serious injury to you or
the operator)
 Do not talk to anyone operating electrical equipment and machinery
 Keep your work area tidy
 Clean up any spills immediately
 Wash hands after using equipment and materials
 Ensure your safety in the workshop When entering workshop
 Pick up your hearing and eye protectors and immediately report to the
workshop supervisor.
 When exiting the workshop
 Check that any tools you have been using have been put away in the
appropriate spots, cleaned up your work area and notify the workshop
staff.
Clothing & footwear
 Safety glasses and hearing protection - every person entering the
workshop must collect these items from just inside the door. They must
be worn at all times.
 Students that wear glasses should be aware these are not safety glasses,
they are only impact resistant and may shatter,safety glasses must be
worn.
 All loose clothing (eg shirts hanging out) must be tucked in.
 Safety boots or enclosed shoes must be worn in the workshop. Do not
enter under any circumstances without this footwear, there are no
exceptions to this rule.
 Long hair has to be tied up including fringes.
 Remove rings and loose jewellery before operating machinery they can
be a hazard.
Behaviour
 Fooling around and practical jokes in the workshop will not be
tolerated. These students will be told to leave.
First Aid
 All accidents, cuts and abrasions must be reported before leaving the
workshop. If an accident does happen, no matter how small, it must be
reported to the workshop staff and an Accident Report Form filled out.
Filling out this form is imperative for any future complications
resulting from an accident.

Fires or other emergencies

 Think before reacting to any emergency in the workshop, ensure you
are reacting safely before you assist in an emergency. Do not attempt to
fight any fire unless you have been trained to do so.
Machinery usage
 When students are operating machinery all other students are to stay
clear and not to talk to the operator. If you feel uneasy or unsafe
operating any tools or machinery in the workshop, inform the workshop
supervisor and help will be provided.

University of San Agustin

College of Technology
 Report in: ME 323 (Workshop Theory and
Practice)

Topic: Safety rules and Regulations in

the Workshop

Submitted by: 1. John Lovell Zerrudo

2. Edmar Bonilla
3. Charles Geo Soler

Submitted to: Engr. Apolbin B. deAsis

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- Mechanical Engineering Level 2 NVQ (David

Salmon & Penny Powdrill)