Atlas Copco LPD-T Instrucciones De Seguridad Y De Funcionamiento página 8

Safety and operating instructions
Operate and maintain the machine as
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recommended in the operating and safety
instructions
► Select, maintain and replace consumables/
inserted tools/ other accessory as recommended
in the operating and safety instructions. Incorrect
selection or lack of maintenance of consumables/
inserted tools/ other accessories may cause an
unnecessary increase in dust or fumes.
► Wear washable or disposable protective clothes
at the worksite, and shower and change into clean
clothes before leaving the worksite to reduce
exposure of dust and fumes to yourself, other
persons, cars, homes, and other areas.
► Avoid eating, drinking, and using tobacco products
in areas where there is dust or fumes.
Wash your hands and face thoroughly as soon as
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possible upon leaving the exposure area, and
always before eating, drinking, using tobacco
products, or making contact with other persons.
Comply with all applicable laws and regulations,
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including occupational health and safety
regulations.
► Participate in air monitoring, medical examination
programs, and health and safety training programs
provided by your employer or trade organizations
and in accordance with occupational health and
safety regulations and recommendations. Consult
with physicians experienced with relevant
occupational medicine.
► Work with your employer and trade organization
to reduce dust and fume exposure at the worksite
and to reduce the risks. Effective health and safety
programs, policies and procedures for protecting
workers and others against harmful exposure to
dust and fumes should be established and
implemented based on advice from health and
safety experts. Consult with experts.
WARNING Projectiles
Failure of the work piece, of accessories, or even of
the machine itself may generate high velocity
projectiles. During operating, splinters or other
particles from the working material may become
projectiles and cause personal injury by striking the
operator or other persons. To reduce these risk:
► Use approved personal protective equipment and
safety helmet, including impact resistant eye
protection with side protection.
Make sure that no unauthorised persons trespass
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into the working zone.
Keep the workplace free from foreign objects.
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► Ensure that the work piece is securely fixed.
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WARNING Slipping, tripping and falling
hazards
There is a risk of slipping or tripping or falling, for
example tripping on the hoses or on other objects.
Slipping or tripping or falling can cause injury. To
reduce this risk:
Always make sure that no hose or other object is
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in your way or in any other person's way.
Always make sure you are in a stable position with
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your feet as far apart as your shoulders width and
keeping a balanced body weight.
WARNING Motion hazards
When using the machine to perform work-related
activities, you may experience discomfort in the
hands, arms, shoulders, neck, or other parts of the
body.
► Adopt a comfortable posture whilst maintaining
secure footing and avoiding awkward off-balanced
postures.
Changing posture during extended tasks may help
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avoid discomfort and fatigue.
In case of persistent or recurring symptoms,
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consult a qualified health professional.
© 2010 Atlas Copco Construction Tools AB | No. 3392 5036 90 | 2010-04-15
LPD LPD-T, LPD-RV
Original instructions