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Monday 15 February 2021

How to use Air tools safely





1. What are Pneumatic tools/ air compressors? A pneumatic tool or air-powered tool is a type of power tool that is powered by compressed air. The compressed air comes from an air compressor.

2. Safety when using an air compressor. Before each use of the air compressor perform a safety check. Always wear eye and hearing protection when operating. When using the air compressor never point it at yourself or anyone because this can lead to serious injury or death.

3. PPE when using air tools. When using air tools you must always wear the right PPE to be safe. The correct PPE is safety glasses or a face shield and hearing protection to make sure no compressed air can get on your face or eyes.

4. Different types of air tool connections.  



















5. Specific safety for tools
  • Impact driver - Never wear a tie, loose clothing, or jewelry like rings when using an impact driver. Wear hearing protection when using this tool.
  • Air ratchet -  Always wear safety glasses with side protectors when using.
  • Dust off gun - Never point it at someone or yourself and always wear safety glasses.
  • Air riveter Never point an air riveter toward anyone, wear safety glasses and hearing protection.

2 comments:

  1. Can you be more specific with the safety of using a pnneumatic tool. Also list more ppe gear for the tools listed above.

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    1. Thanks Manasa I will update my blog and be more specific with the safety of pneumatic tools and PPE.

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