FOE safety

What are some hazards to the eye?

Dust, wood chips and small/large particles

what are some hazards to the hands?

Sharp chips, rotating moving parts, cutters cut through work pieces and hands

What are some hazards from fire?

Keep flammable materials away from sources of heat

X-Acto Knife & Utility Knife Rules

Cut on cutting matNever use a dull or broken blade - we can replace it for you, bring to an instructorCut away from body and from others in your groupCut multiple times, not in one swipeKeep fingers above bladeThe cover must be on before you walk with the x-acto knife in handWear a protective glove on the hand not holding the knife

What are the safety organizations?

OSHA, EPA, ISO, GMP, UL

When is the safety test?

On Friday 8/26. You must make a 100 to be able to touch the equipment.

what are the general lab safety rules?

Keep the lab clean and neat.If you notice a machine not working properly, let the instructor know about it. Do not try to fix it yourself or leave it broken without telling the instructor.If you see someone using a machine incorrectly, let them know and notify an instructor.