Safety At Work

41 00 ... Safety At Work

1.1 Working with aluminum dust:
- Wear a fine dust mask.
- E52 only: Use an explosion-proof extractor system.
- Note national regulations.

1.2 Removing sealing materials
- Hydrochloric acid is created when PVC sealing material is heated to temperatures in excess of 180 °C.
- Remove PVC sealing material with a rotating wire brush only or heat material with a hot air blower to max. 180 °C and remove with a spatula.
- Ensure that all enclosed areas are well ventilated or are provided with direct extractor facilities.

1.3 Arc welding and brazing:

IMPORTANT: The extremely bright arc during welding may cause serious injury to the eyes if appropriate protective measures are not taken.

- Use a special welding screen* for the relevant welding process (MAG or MIG).
- Partition off the work bays with beam protection screens*.
- Use a welding-emissions extractor facility*.
- The welder must wear protective clothing* and gloves* which are suitable for welding (i.e. flameproof).
- A fire extinguisher must be located within reach of the welding area.
- Do not carry out any welding work in the proximity of a fuel tank e.g. when it is installed.
- Note national regulations.

*Sourcing reference: refer to Workshop Equipment Planning CD or Service Information 5 01 00 532

1.4 Working with adhesive products (adhesives, cleaning agents, primers etc.):

IMPORTANT: Handling adhesives can trigger off allergic skin and breathing reactions.

- Do not eat, drink or smoke during this operation.
- Avoid direct contact with eyes and skin.
- Wear protective goggles, protective gloves and if necessary an apron.
- Ensure that all enclosed areas are well ventilated or are provided with direct adhesive fume extractor facilities.
- Work clothing which has been contaminated with adhesive or solvent must be changed immediately.
- After finishing work, wash your hands and apply protective skin cream.
- Always keep an eye bath on hand, change the water regularly (once a month).
- Store adhesive products in a secure cabinet only.
- Keep adhesive products away from naked flames and other ignition sources.
- Protect adhesive products against strong heat sources and direct sunlight.
- Note national regulations.

First Aid:
- In the event of eye contact, flush immediately with running water for approx. 10-15 minutes and, if necessary, visit eye specialist.
- In the event of skin contact and where applicable an allergic skin reaction, clean the affected areas immediately with soap and water and then apply silicone-free skin cream. If necessary, consult a doctor.
- If an adhesive product is swallowed, rinse mouth/parts of mouth thoroughly with running water. Drink 1-2 glasses of water. Do not induce vomiting. Consult a doctor.
- If adhesive fumes are inhaled, ensure a constant supply of fresh air, keep calm, keep respiratory tracts unobstructed and consult a doctor.