5. Figure 6–1 Safety glasses should be worn at all times when working on or around any vehicle or servicing any component. Safety Glasses The tech should wear safety glasses which meet the ANSI Z87.1 standard at all times. They are the most important element of personal protective equipment ( PPE ).
6. Figure 6–2 Steel-toed shoes are a worthwhile investment to help prevent foot injury due to falling objects. Even these well-worn shoes can protect the feet of this service technician. Steel-Toed Shoes Are a good investment. If safety shoes are not available, leather-topped shoes will offer more protection than canvas or cloth.
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17. Figure 6–8 All oily shop cloths should be stored in a metal container equipped with a lid to help prevent spontaneous combustion. Always dispose of oily shop cloths in an enclosed container to prevent a fire. Whenever oily cloths are thrown together on the floor or work-bench, a chemical reaction can occur which can ignite the cloth even without an open flame. This process of ignition without an open flame is called spontaneous combustion. Shop Cloth Disposal
28. Figure 6–11 A typical fire extinguisher designed to be used on type A, B, or C fires. Continued
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35. Some shops rope off the service bay area to keep traffic and distractions to a minimum, which could prevent personal injury. Mark Off the Service Area Figure 6–16 This area has been blocked off to help keep visitors from the dangerous work area.
36. Every shop should have a person trained in first-aid. If there is an accident… call for help immediately!
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