SAFETY GLASSES MUST BE WORN AT All TIMES Running and horseplay is not permitted at any time.
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Follow safe work practices, safe use of all tools, and maintain a healthy attitude
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regarding safety. Always walk and work in a controlled and thoughtful manner. Wear ANSI-approved, UL Listed, or CSA rated non-shaded safety glasses. Lightly tinted Yellow, Rose, Blue, Amber tints are FIRST approved, but reflective lenses are not (eyes must be clearly visible to others). Shoes MUST completely cover the entire foot. Shoes must be substantial and have closed-toes and heels to protect against foot injuries, regardless of work location. Flip-flops, sandals, mules, Crocs, lightweight slippers, etc. are not acceptable when working on or near the robot or while attending FIRST competitions
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FIRST® ROBOTICS COMPETITION TEAM SAFETY MANUAL 2014
COMPETITION SAFETY
FIRST® ROBOTICS COMPETITION TEAM SAFETY MANUAL 2014
SAFETY TIPS: BAND-SAW General Rules SAFETY GLASSES MUST BE WORN! Keep all hoodie draw strings tucked inside hoodie. Keep sleeves rolled up with long sleeve shirts/jackets/hoodies. Long hair must be pulled back. Know how to use machine before starting/have you had training?
Machine Specifics Rules Keep guard max of ¼ inch above object being cut. Keep fingers away from saw blade, use a push stick. Don’t feed faster than machine can cut. Feed forward – don’t backtrack in the cut
FIRST® ROBOTICS COMPETITION TEAM SAFETY MANUAL 2014
SAFETY TIPS: LATHE General Rules SAFETY GLASSES MUST BE WORN! Keep long sleeves rolled up. Long hair pulled back. Keep all hoodie draw strings tucked inside hoodie. Know how to use machine before starting/have you been trained? Machine specific rules Make sure jaws are secure on object and cutting bit is tight before starting the machine’s operation. Remove T-handle IMMEDIATELY after its use. Stop machine for all adjustments/clean machine.
FIRST® ROBOTICS COMPETITION TEAM SAFETY MANUAL 2014
SAFETY TIPS: CNC MACHINE General Rules
SAFETY GLASSES MUST BE WORN! Keep long sleeves rolled up. Long hair pulled back. Keep all hoodie draw strings tucked inside hoodie. Know how to use machine before starting/have you been trained?
Machine Specifics rules
Keep front doors shut when CNC is active. Make sure part is secured to table before starting the machines operation. Never leave the machine unattended!
FIRST® ROBOTICS COMPETITION TEAM SAFETY MANUAL 2014
SAFETY TIPS: DRILL PRESS General Rules
SAFETY GLASSES MUST BE WORN! Keep long sleeves rolled up. Long hair pulled back. Keep all hoodie draw strings tucked inside hoodie. Know how to use machine before starting/have you been trained?
Machine specific rule
Make sure drill bit is secure and chuck key is not in the drill chuck. Secure your work to the table before starting. Make sure there is a board under your work.
FIRST® ROBOTICS COMPETITION TEAM SAFETY MANUAL 2014
SAFETY TIPS: MILLING MACHINE General Rules
SAFETY GLASSES MUST BE WORN! Keep long sleeves rolled up. Long hair pulled back. Keep all hoodie draw strings tucked inside hoodie. Know how to use machine before starting/have you been trained?
Machine specific rules Make sure jaws on vise are secure on object and vise is secure to table and table is clean. Make sure mills are not damaged before starting. Make sure chucks are tight in collet. Ensure cutting tool is secure in the collet or chuck.
FIRST® ROBOTICS COMPETITION TEAM SAFETY MANUAL 2014
SAFETY TIPS: SANDERS General Rules SAFETY GLASSES MUST BE WORN! Keep long sleeves rolled up. Long hair pulled back. Keep all hoodie draw strings tucked inside hoodie. Know how to use machine before starting/have you been trained?
Machine specific rules Use vise grips/pliers for small pieces; hands away. Make sure belt is on rollers before/while sanding. Make sure machine is stopped before leaving unattended. Always sand on the downward side of the disc sander.
FIRST® ROBOTICS COMPETITION TEAM SAFETY MANUAL 2014
SAFETY TIPS: RADIAL/CHOP SAWS General Rules
SAFETY GLASSES MUST BE WORN! Keep long sleeves rolled up. Long hair pulled back. Keep all hoodie draw strings tucked inside hoodie. Know how to use machine before starting/have you been trained?
Machine specific rules
Make sure object being cut is secure. Make sure fingers are clear of saw. Make sure machine has stopped moving before leaving machine unattended.
FIRST® ROBOTICS COMPETITION TEAM SAFETY MANUAL 2014
SAFETY TIPS: TABLE SAWS General Rules SAFETY GLASSES MUST BE WORN! Keep long sleeves rolled up. Long hair pulled back. Keep all hoodie draw strings tucked inside hoodie. Know how to use machine before starting/have you been trained? Machine specific rules Don’t leave blade up. Use a push stick or push block. Make sure machine has stopped moving before leaving machine unattended. Use the proper fence ( Rip / Crosscut ) for the job. Never both!
FIRST® ROBOTICS COMPETITION TEAM SAFETY MANUAL 2014
