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Hazards in the workplace
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Slipping, tripping up and falling are the main
causes of injuries in the workplace . Pay atten
tion to surfaces that may have become slippery
from the use of the machine and also be aware
of tripping hazards caused by air hoses or
hydraulic hoses .
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Proceed with caution in unknown surroundings .
Concealed hazards caused by power or other
supply lines may be present .
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This compressed air tool is not intended for use
in explosive atmospheres and is not insulated
against contact with electrical power sources .
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Ensure that there are no electric cables, gas
pipes, etc . that could cause a hazard if dam
aged by using the machine .
Hazards caused by dust and vapours
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The dust and vapours that are produced by
using a machine for screw connections can be
hazardous to health (e .g . cause cancer, birth
defects, asthma and/or dermatitis) . It is essen
tial to carry out a risk assessment with regard to
these risks and implement appropriate regulato
ry mechanisms .
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The risk assessment should include the dust
caused by using the machine and any existing
dust that may be raised at the same time .
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The exhaust air should be extracted so that the
raising of dust in already dusty environments is
kept to a minimum .
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If dusts or vapours are created, the main priority
must be to control these at the site of their release .
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All machine components or accessories intended
for collecting, extracting or suppressing airborne
dust or vapours should be used and serviced
properly in accordance with the manufacturer's
instructions .
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Use a dust mask as per the instructions provided
by your employer or as required by health and
safety regulations .
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Hazards caused by noise
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Excessive noise levels in conjunction with insuffi
cient hearing protection may lead to permanent
hearing damage, loss of hearing and other
problems, such as tinnitus (ringing, buzzing,
whistling or humming in your ears) . It is essential
to carry out a risk assessment with regard to
these hazards and implement suitable control
mechanisms .
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Suitable control mechanisms include measures
such as the use of insulating materials to prevent
ringing noise from occurring on the workpieces .
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Use hearing protection in accordance with the
instructions provided by your employer and as
required by health and safety regulations .
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The automatic screwdriver must be operated
and maintained in accordance with the recom
mendations contained in this manual in order to
reduce any unnecessary increase of the noise
levels .
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The consumables and the machine tool should
be selected, maintained and replaced in ac
cordance with the recommendations in these
instructions in order to avoid any unnecessary
increase of the noise levels .
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The compressed air tool must be operated and
maintained in accordance with the recommen
dations contained in these instructions in order
to reduce any unnecessary increase of the noise
levels .
Hazards caused by vibrations
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Vibrations can damage the nerves and adversely
affect the blood circulation in the hands and
arms .
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Keep your hands away from the fittings of the
nut wrenches .
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Wear warm clothing when working in a cold
environment and keep your hands warm and
dry .
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If you notice that the skin of your fingers or
hands is becoming numb, tingles, hurts or
shows white discolouration, stop working with
the machine and consult a doctor .
PDSS 310 B5
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