safety

MCET 102 Laboratory Etiquette and Safety Rules Contract
1. Safety glasses worn at any times, by everyone in the shop!
a. Must adhere to ANSI Z87.1+ standards (usually stamped on frame)
b. Required for entry into lab
2. No long sleeves, no gloves, no open toe shoes, and no jewelry or watches.
3. Long hair must be secured behind your head – shake your head a bit to ensure that you will be good
4. Become thoroughly familiar with the machine before operating it!
5. When in doubt, always ask a supervisor or shop manager!
6. Never use the any equipment when tired or rushed for time!
7. Only attempt work that you have been approved to do and are comfortable doing!
8. Get additional training, refresher courses and approval as necessary! ASK FOR HELP!
9. Never reach anywhere over, around or near any rotating cutter(s) or chucks – keep hands away
from rotating components
10. Stop the machine every time the cutter is not cutting, not being used, or you are changing
tools/parts!
11. Only remove chips using gentle air blasts or chip brushes, be aware of sharp edges on chips
12. Use a chip shield to keep chips from hitting you and/or others in the area!
13. Keep ALL rags and tools away from the machine and off machine table(s) during use!
14. Be sure the holding device and work-piece are both securely clamped!
15. Always make sure that the cutting tool is sharp, at the correct height and has the proper clearance.
16. Do not be distracted or talk to others when operating the machine
a. wait until others are done completing their current operation i.e. tool disengage from
material if there is a need to get their attention
b. Don’t sneak up, approach someone from behind even if to just observe
17. Do not walk away from running machines. Turn them off every time!
18. Report ALL broken tools, cutters and/or malfunctioning equipment to a supervisor or shop manager
19. Keep your work area clean (including the floor), free of chips and any oils!
20. Work is not completed until work station is return to pre-work condition – account for this during
your class time
21. Leave the entire machine CLEANER than when you found it!
22. Students are NOT ALLOWED to teach other students in the use of the machine!
23. Do not unload or operate a machine that appears to be in use prior to seeking approval from
responsible party or lab supervisor
24. Be safe, ask if unsure, use your common sense, and look out for the safety of others