Safety instructions for air tools
being blown about in a dusty
environment is minimised.
If dust or vapours are gener-
ated the principal task must
be to monitor them in the area
where they are released.
All machine mounting parts or
accessories intended to collect,
extract or eliminate airborne
dust or vapours should be used
and maintained according to
manufacturer instructions.
Use respiratory protection.
Please use suitable respira-
tory protective equipment due
to the potential hazard posed
by the whirling up of asbestos
dust.
z Noise hazards
With inadequate ear protec-
tors the impact of high noise
levels may result in permanent
hearing damage, hearing loss
and other problems, e.g. tinni-
tus (ringing, whistling or buzz-
ing in the ear).
It's imperative to perform a risk
assessment for these hazards
and implement the suitable
regulatory mechanisms.
Suitable regulatory mecha-
nisms to minimise the risk in-
clude measures such as using
insulation to prevent pinging
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sounds on work pieces.
Use hearing protection.
The machine for screw con-
nections must be operated and
maintained as recommended
in these instructions to prevent
an unnecessary increase in the
noise level.
If the machine for screw con-
nections features a silencer,
always ensure it is availa-
ble when using the machine
for screw connections and in
good working order.
Select, maintain and replace
consumables and machine
tools as recommended in
these instructions to prevent an
unnecessary increase in the
sound level.
z Hazard due to vibration
Exposure to vibration may
cause damage to the nerves
and disturb blood circulation
in hands and arms.
Keeps hands away from the
sockets of hex nut drivers.
Wear warm clothes when
working in cold environments
and keep hands warm and
dry.
If you notice your skin on
fingers or hands becoming
numb, tingling, hurting or be-