Subject: Q053 work shop

Subject: Q053 work shop

1. 
   What are the machine shop safety rules and regulation in general?
   

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  Eye protection must be worn at all times when in the workshop,
  
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  No student is allowed to work in the any shop alone. You must have at least one other person with you
  
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  Obtain first aid immediately for any injury. Report all accidents/injuries to a monitor and/or instructor
  
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  Do not operate machinery that you have not been authorized to use
  
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  Only students on the authorized list are permitted to use the workshop
  
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  No pets are allowed in the workshop.
  

2. 
   What are the machine shop safety rules and regulation in operating lathe machines?
   

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  Wear appropriate CSA-certified safety glasses
  
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  Make sure entanglement hazards are remove
  
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  Keep the floor free from obstructions, or slip hazards.
  
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  Make sure the lathe has a start/stop button within easy reach of the operator.
  
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  Make sure the lathe has an emergency stop button
  
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  Follow job specifications for the speed, feed and depth of cut for materials being turned.
  
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  Centre-drill work deeply enough to provide support for the piece while it is turning.
  
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  Secure and clamp the piece being worked.
  
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  Adjust tool and tool rest so that they are slightly above the centre of the work.
  
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  Use a lifting device to handle heavy chucks or work. Refer to Materials Handling for additional information.
  

3. 
   What are the machine shop safety rules and regulation in operating Drill Press?
   

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  Wear appropriate CSA-certified safety glasses.
  
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  Make sure that the drill press has a start/stop button within easy reach of the operator.
  
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  Make sure the drill press has a working emergency stop button (e-stop).
  
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  Make sure a guard, shield or barrier is in place and functioning properly before starting work.
  
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  Use a vacuum, brush or rake to remove cuttings.
  
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  Remove burrs and chips from a drilled hole. When making deep holes, clean out the hole frequently.
  
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  Use a clamp or drill vise to prevent work from spinning.
  
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  Make sure the drill bit or cutting tool is locked securely in the chuck. Remove the chuck key before starting the drill press.
  
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  Lubricate drill bit when drilling metal.
  

4. 
   What are the machine shop safety rules and regulation in operating Milling Machine.
   

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  Wear appropriate CSA-certified safety glasses. Wear other personal protective equipment as necessary such as footwear or hearing protection.
  
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  Make sure all machines have a start/stop button within easy reach of the operator.
  
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  Make sure that all machines have an emergency stop button (e-stop).
  
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  Make sure that the work piece and cutter are mounted securely before taking a cut.
  
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  Check that work is mounted squarely.
  
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  Mount work in a vise that is bolted or held magnetically to the table. Use proper hand tools to make adjustments. Refer to Hand Tools for more information.
  
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  Hold milling cutters with a cloth to avoid being cut when handling them.
  
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  Move table as far as possible from cutter while setting up work to avoid injuring your hands.
  
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  Mill the largest surface first.
  
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  Keep hands, brushes and rags away from the revolving milling cutter.
  
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  Use a vacuum, brush or rake to remove cuttings only after the cutters have stopped moving.
  
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  Change cutting compounds periodically.
  
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  Keep cutters sharpened correctly and in good condition.
  

5. 
   What are the machine shop safety rules and regulation in operating Grinders?
   

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  Wear goggles for all grinding machine operations
  
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  Check grinding wheels for cracks
  
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  Never operate grinding wheels at speeds in excess of the recommended speed.
  
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  Never adjust the workpiece or work mounting devices when the machine is operating
  
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  Do not exceed recommended depth of cut for the grinding wheel or machine.
  
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  Remove workpiece from grinding wheel before turning machine off
  
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  Use proper wheel guards on all grinding machines
  

6. 
   What are the machine shop safety rules and regulation in operating shaper, planer and slotter machine?
   

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  Always worn goggles to protect the eyes from flying particle of metal.
  

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  The hands are not pass between the tool and the work while the machine is an operation.
  

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  The tools are kept away from the moving parts of the machine.
  

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  The machine is kept oiled 
  

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  Wear safety glasses or goggles, or a face shield (with safety glasses or goggles), and use the appropriate hearing protection.
  
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  Disconnect the planer from the power supply before making any adjustments to the cutter head or blades.
  
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  Ensure switch is in off position before plugging in.
  
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  Use blades of the same weight and set at the same height.
  
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  Ensure that the blade-locking screws are tight.
  

7. 
   What are the machine shop safety rules and regulation in operating welding machine?
   

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  Make sure all cables are in good condition with no bare insulation or frayed wires to minimize the extent of live parts.
  
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  Protect cables from vehicular traffic or other hazards so the cables are not damaged, cut, or pinched.
  
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  Make sure that the rod holder is insulated. 
  
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  Do not replace the welding electrode with a bare hand, or with a wet welding glove.
  
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  Always keep the hands and the body dry during a welding operation.
  
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  Avoid standing in water, on wet surfaces, or working with wet hands or wearing sweaty garments.
  
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  Do not dip energized (hot) electrode holders in water.
  
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  Avoid direct contact with the live parts of welding equipment and the
  

8. 
   How important the personal protective equipment use in the work place?
   

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  Personal protective equipment, or PPE, protects its user against any physical harm or hazards that the workplace environment may present. It is important because it exists as a preventative measure for industries that are known to be more hazardous, like manufacturing and mining.