SAMPLE TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION SAFETY STUDENT HANDOUT  

SAFETY GLASSES/GOGGLES
 
EVERYONE MUST WEAR SAFETY GLASSES!  Even when you are not working on a machine, you must wear safety glasses.

CLOTHES AND HAIR

• IF YOU HAVE LONG HAIR, TIE IT UP.
• DO NOT WEAR LOOSE CLOTHING.  Ties, scarves, and loose sleeves are prohibited.
• NO GLOVES.
• REMOVE ALL JEWELRY.
• WEAR APPROPRIATE SHOES.  No open-toe sandals.  Wear shoes that provide sure footing.  When working with heavy objects, steel toe shoes are recommended.

SAFE CONDUCT

• NO HORSEPLAY.  Maintain a serious attitude when working with and around machines.
• Be aware of what is happening around you.  For example, be careful not to bump into someone working near you.
• Concentrate on what you are doing.
• Do not hurry. If you catch yourself rushing, slow down.
• Do not rush speeds and feeds or you may damage your part, the tools, or the machine.

MACHINING

• IF YOU DO NOT KNOW HOW TO DO SOMETHING - ASK!!
• DO NOT OPERATE A MACHINE UNLESS THE INSTRUCTOR IS PRESENT.
• WEAR SAFETY GLASSES.
• BEFORE YOU START THE MACHINE:

• • Study the machine.  Know which parts move, which are stationary, and which are sharp.
  • Double-check that your work piece is securely held.
  • Remove chuck keys and wrenches.

• DO NOT LEAVE MACHINES RUNNING UNATTENDED!
• KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM THE CUTTING AREA.  Do not attempt to removal material while the cutter is rotating
• DO NOT OVERREACH.  Keep proper footing and balance.
• DISCONNECT EQUIPMENT FROM ELECTRICAL SERVICE BEFORE ADJUSTING OR CHANGING CUTTERS, BLADES, OR BITS.
• KEEP THE WORK AREA CLEAN AND ORDERLY.
• ITEMS NOT USED FOR INSTRUCTION ARE NOT ALLOWED IN THE WORK AREA.
• REPORT ALL INJURES TO THE INSTRUCTOR IMMEDIATELY.
 

I, _____________________________________, agree to adhere to these safety rules and any additional safety instructions given by the teacher.  I understand that I may lose privileges if I fail to fulfill this agreements.