Introduction
Hydraulic tools and equipment are essential for performing a variety of industrial processes, such as turning bolts to cutting cables or pipes. However, using these tools can pose a risk to workers if not used properly. Improper handling of hydraulic and equipment can cause unwanted injuries that require immediate medical attention.
In 2017, industrial machines and hand tools accounted for 26.2% and 18.3% of occupational injuries in the Philippines. Hence, there are a number of safety procedures that are crucial to ensure that you are using these tools correctly. Here are 5 essential safety rules that you need to know when using hydraulic tools and equipment.
5 Essential Safety Rules
It will also emphasize the importance of safety when operating hydraulic systems. In doing so, it will include a bullet section below featuring the following points:
Assign Trained Personnel
Several hydraulic tools and equipment require prior training before they are safe to use. To ensure that your process does not encounter any problems, assign only trained personnel to operate the equipment. In the event that you don’t have any qualified workers, get professionals to train your personnel in operating hydraulic tools in the Philippines.
Operate According to the Manual
Each hydraulic tool or equipment has its own uses and as such, should only be used for what they were designed to do. Refer to the equipment manual to identify the uses of each tool in order to utilize them effectively and prevent accidents.
Perform Maintenance Checks
Maintenance checks are essential to operating hydraulic tools and equipment as they ensure that the systems in place are running correctly. These checks can also pinpoint possible tool errors and malfunctions before they cause harm. Schedule maintenance checks from time to time to make sure that your tools and equipment do not cause injury.
Clean and Lubricate Regularly
Making sure that your tools are cleaned and lubricated regularly is one of the important steps to avoid accidents. Well-oiled tools and equipment are less likely to malfunction and ensure that gears and other internal components are working properly. If you haven’t cleaned your tools in a while, consider inspecting them first before you clean and lubricate.
Troubleshoot with a Professional
In case you encounter unknown problems while operating your equipment, consider consulting a professional to fix it instead of doing it on your own. This reduces the safety hazard you may encounter while trying to fix your tools or equipment.
Conclusion
As long as you follow the important precautions when using hydraulic tools and equipment, you can be assured that you and your workers are safe from harm.
