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Health and Safety Precautions
Introduction
Many of the procedures associated with vehicle
maintenance and repair involve physical hazards
or other risks to health. This subsection lists,
alphabetically, some of these hazardous operations
and the materials and equipment associated with
them. Precautions necessary to avoid these
hazards are identified.
The list is not exhaustive and all operations and
procedures, and the handling of materials, should
be carried out with health and safety in mind.
Before using any product the Materials Safety Data
Sheet supplied by the manufacturer or supplier
should be consulted.
Acids and Alkalis
See alsoBattery Acids.
For example caustic soda, sulphuric acid.
Used in batteries and cleaning materials.
Irritant and corrosive to the skin, eyes, nose and
throat. Cause burns. Can destroy ordinary
protective clothing.
Avoid splashes to the skin, eyes and clothing. Wear
suitable protective impervious apron, gloves and
goggles. Do not breath mists.
Make sure access to eye wash bottles, shower and
soap are readily available for splashing accidents.
Display Eye Hazard sign.
Air Bags
See also Fire, Chemical Materials.
Highly flammable, explosive – observe No Smoking
policy.
Used as a safety restraint system mounted in the
steering wheel and passenger side of the
instrument panel.
The inflator contains a high-energetic propellant
which, when ignited, produces a VERY HOT GAS
(2500°C).
The gas generant used in air bags is Sodium Azide.
This material is hermetically sealed in the module
and is completely consumed during deployment.
No attempt should be made to open an air bag inflator as this will lead to the risk of exposure to
Sodium Azide. If a gas generator is ruptured, full
protective clothing should be worn when dealing
with the spillage.
After normal deployment, gloves and safety
goggles must be worn during the handling process.
Deployed air bags should be disposed of in a
plastic bag in accordance with local regulations at
an approved chemical waste site.
For additional information, refer to:
Supplemental
Restraint System (SRS) Health and Safety
Precautions (100-00 General Information,
Description and Operation).
Air Conditioning Refrigerant
See also Chlorofluorocarbon, Chemical Materials
Highly flammable, combustible – observe No
Smoking policy.
Skin contact may result in frostbite.
Instructions given by the manufacturer must be
followed. Avoid naked lights, wear suitable
protective gloves and goggles.
If refrigerant comes into contact with the skin or
eyes, immediately rinse the affected areas with
water. Eyes should also be rinsed with an
appropriate irrigation solution and should not be
rubbed. SEEK MEDICAL ASSISTANCE IF
NECESSARY.
For additional information, refer to: Air Conditioning
(A/C) System Health and Safety Precautions
(100-00 General Information, Description and
Operation).
Adhesives and Sealers
See also Fire, Chemical Materials.
Highly flammable, flammable, combustible –
observe No Smoking policy.
Generally should be stored in No Smoking areas.
Cleanliness and tidiness in use should be
observed, for example disposable paper covering
benches; should be dispensed from applicators
where possible; containers, including secondary
containers, should be labeled appropriately.
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The use of drum cleaning units, vacuum cleaning
or damp wiping is preferred.
Asbestos dust waste should be dampened, placed
in a sealed container and marked for safe disposal.
If any cutting or drilling is attempted on materials
containing asbestos the item should be dampened
and only hand tools or low speed power tools used.
Battery Acids
See also Acids and Alkalis.
For additional information, refer to:Battery and
Battery Charging Health and Safety Precautions
(100-00 General Information, Description and
Operation).
Brake and Clutch Linings and Pads
See Asbestos.
Brake Fluids (Polyalkylene Glycols)
See also Fire.
For additional information, refer to: Brake System
Health and Safety Precautions (100-00 General
Information, Description and Operation).
Brazing
See Welding.
Chemical Materials
See also Legal Aspects.
Chemical materials such as solvents, sealers,
adhesives, paints, resin foams, battery acids,
antifreeze, brake fluids, fuels, oils and grease
should always be used with caution and stored and
handled with care. They may be toxic, harmful,
corrosive, irritant or highly flammable and give rise
to hazardous fumes and dusts.
The effects of excessive exposure to chemicals
may be immediate or delayed; briefly experienced
or permanent; cumulative; superficial; life
threatening; or may reduce life expectancy.
Chemical Materials - Do's
– Do carefully read and observe hazard and precaution warnings given on material
containers (labels) and in any accompanying
leaflets, posters or other instructions. Material
health and safety data sheets can be obtained
from manufacturers.
– Do remove chemical materials from the skin and clothing as soon as practicable after soiling.
Change heavily soiled clothing and have it
cleaned.
– Do organize work practices and protective clothing to avoid soiling of the skin and eyes;
breathing vapors, aerosols, dusts or fumes;
inadequate container labeling; fire and explosion
hazards.
– Do wash before job breaks, before eating, smoking, drinking or using toilet facilities when
handling chemical materials.
– Do keep work areas clean, uncluttered and free of spills.
– Do store chemical materials according to national and local regulations.
– Do keep chemical materials out of the reach of children.
Chemical Materials - Do Nots
– Do not mix chemical materials except under themanufacturers instructions; some chemicals can
form other toxic or harmful chemicals, give off
toxic or harmful fumes or become explosive
when mixed together.
– Do not spray chemical materials, particularly those based on solvents, in confined spaces,
for example when people are inside a vehicle.
– Do not apply heat or flame to chemical materials except under the manufacturers instructions.
Some are highly flammable and some may
release toxic or harmful fumes.
– Do not leave containers open. Fumes given off can build up to toxic, harmful or explosive
concentrations. Some fumes are heavier than
air and will accumulate in confined areas such
as pits.
– Do not transfer chemical materials to unlabelled containers.
– Do not clean hands or clothing with chemicals. Chemicals, particularly solvents and fuels, will
dry the skin and may cause irritation leading to
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Accidental eye contact should be dealt with as per
normal first aid practices, by flushing the eyes with
an eye wash or clean cool water for 10 minutes,
after which medical attention should be obtained.
Remove and launder clothing which becomes
contaminated with the fluids. Do not place rags
contaminated with fluid in clothing pockets.
Wash thoroughly after completing operations where
skin exposure may have occurred.
It is important that personnel do not smoke, eat or
drink whilst handling the fluids or affected
transmissions. These measures are designed to
limit the risk from accidental ingestion.
Label any decanted fluid properly/use an equivalent
label to that on original product containers.
Clean up any spills promptly using an inert
absorbent and wash down contaminated surfaces
with detergent and water.
Dispose of any waste fluids safely as hazardous
waste.
Safety Data Sheets
Safety Data Sheets, which detail specific material
handling instructions and precautions are available
from the respective national sales company, and
via internet www.msds.ford.com.
Used Engine Oil
Prolonged and repeated contact with mineral oil
will result in the removal of natural fats from the
skin, leading to dryness, irritation and dermatitis.
In addition, used engine oil contains potentially
harmful contaminants, which may cause skin
cancer. Adequate means of skin protection and
washing facilities must be provided.
Do not employ used engine oils as lubricants or
for any application where appreciable skin contact
is likely to occur.
Environmental Precautions
Burning used engine oil in small space heaters or
boilers can be recommended only for units of
approved design. If in doubt check with the
appropriate local authority and manufacturer of
approved appliances.
Dispose of used oil and used oil filters through
authorized waste disposal contractors or licensedwaste disposal sites, or to the waste oil reclamation
trade. If in doubt, contact the relevant local
authority for advice on disposal facilities.
It is illegal to pour used oil on to the ground, down
sewers or drains, or into watercourses.
Noise
Some operations may produce high noise levels,
which could, in time, damage hearing. In these
cases, suitable ear protection must be worn.
Noise Insulation Materials
See
Foams, Fibre Insulation.
O-Rings (Fluoroelastomer)
SeeViton.
Paints
See also Solvents, Chemical Materials.
Highly flammable, flammable - observe No
Smoking policy
One Pack
Can contain harmful or toxic pigments, driers and
other components as well as solvents. Spraying
should be carried out only with adequate
ventilation.
Two Pack
Can also contain harmful and toxic unreacted
resins and resin hardening agents. The
manufacturers instructions should be followed. See
also Resin-based Adhesives and Isocyanate
Adhesives and Sealers under Adhesives and
Sealers.
Spraying should preferably be carried out in
exhausted ventilated booths removing vapor and
spray mists from the breathing zone. Individuals
working in booths should wear appropriate
respiratory protection. Those doing small-scale
repair work in the open workshop should wear
air-fed respirators.
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SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS MUST BE TAKEN
BEFORE ANY WELDING OR CUTTING TAKES
PLACE ON VESSELS, WHICH HAVE
CONTAINED COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS, FOR
EXAMPLE BOILING OR STEAMING OUT OF
FUEL TANKS.
Warning Symbols on Vehicles
Decals showing warning symbols will be found on
various vehicle components.
These decals must not be removed. The warnings
are for the attention of owners/operators and
persons carrying out service or repair operations
on the vehicle.
The most commonly found decals are reproduced
below together with an explanation of the warnings.
TIM0101001
1. Components or assemblies displaying thecaution triangle and open book symbol advise
consultation of the relevant section of the owner
literature before touching or attempting
adjustments of any kind.
TIM0101002
2. Components or assemblies displaying thewarning triangle with the `electrified' arrow and
open book symbol give warning of inherent high
voltages. Never touch these with the engine
running or the ignition switched on. See Electric
Shock in this subsection.
TIM0101003
3. Vehicles and replacement components whichcontain asbestos are identified by this symbol.
See Asbestos in this subsection.
TIM0101004
4. Components or assemblies displaying thissymbol give warning that the component
contains a corrosive substance. See Acids and
Alkalis in this subsection.
TIM0101005
5. Displaying the caution circle with a deletedlighted match symbol, caution against the use
of naked lights or flames within the immediate
vicinity due to the presence of highly flammable
or explosive liquids or vapors. See Fire in this
subsection.
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Air Conditioning (A/C) System Health and Safety Precautions
WARNINGS:
Only qualified technicians are allowed to
work on air conditioning (A/C) systems.
Air conditioning (A/C) system components
can become particularly hot or cold.
Make sure that the air conditioning (A/C)
system is at ambient temperature before
carrying out any repair.
When handling refrigerants, always wear
protective goggles and gloves made of
fluoroelastomer. Leather or fabric gloves
are not suitable.
SKIN CONTACT: If liquid refrigerant comes
into contact with the skin, it produces
severe frostbite. Immediately flush affected
areas with plenty of cold running water for
15 minutes. Seek medical attention.
EYE CONTACT: If refrigerant comes into
contact with the eyes, immediately flush
the eyes with plenty of running water for
15 minutes. Seek medical attention.
INHALED: Toxic gases generated when
refrigerant is heated are hazardous to
health. The gases have an irritating smell
and can cause lung damage. The
symptoms can continue for a long time
after having been in contact with the gases.
The gases can cause lung damage even if
the amount of gas in the air is too small to
smell.
Refrigerant is flammable and explosive.
Make sure that refrigerant bottles are not
exposed to temperatures greater than 45°C.
Make sure that the local regulations
regarding work on air conditioning (A/C)
systems are adhered to.
Make sure that refrigerant bottles are
closed properly.
Gaseous refrigerant has a higher density
than air. There is a danger of suffocation
when working close to the ground or in
workshop pits.
Provide adequate ventilation when
handling refrigerant.
Never release refrigerant into the
atmosphere.
Only use special tools, equipment and
lubricants that are approved for the type
of refrigerant being used.
Always follow the manufacturer’s
instructions for the correct servicing unit
operating procedure.
CAUTIONS:
Do not mix refrigerant oils for different
types of refrigerant.
Never mix different types of refrigerant or
equipment intended for them.
Only use refrigerant in gas form when
filling the system through the low-pressure
connection.
Only use refrigerant in liquid form when
filling the system through the
high-pressure connection.
Refrigerant attacks certain plastics. Only
use seals suitable for refrigerant.
If the air conditioning (A/C) compressor is
damaged, the fixed orifice tube can
become blocked with metal particles.
Any sort of blockage in the refrigerant
circuit will damage the air conditioning
(A/C) compressor irreparably.
If the air conditioning (A/C) system has
been opened for a period greater than 2
hours, a new receiver drier must be
installed and the evacuating time to be
increased by a minimum of 2 hours.
NOTE: New air conditioning (A/C) compressors
are delivered prefilled.
NOTE: Refrigerant oil in new air conditioning (A/C)
compressors can contain Teflon, visible as white
particles, which will not harm the system.
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Window Glass Health and Safety Precautions
WARNINGS:
Cured polyurethane (PU) adhesive can
degrade if subjected to high temperatures.
Isocyanide compounds can be released
when grinding or welding in close
proximity to cured PU adhesive.
SKIN CONTACT: Prolonged exposure to
polyurethane (PU) adhesive may cause
skin irritation. If PU adhesive comes into
contact with the skin, remove any
contaminated clothing. Immediately wash
the skin with soap and water. Seek medical
attention for any persistent skin irritation
or abnormality.
EYE CONTACT: Polyurethane (PU)
adhesive may cause severe irritation or
damage. If PU adhesive comes into contact
with the eyes, immediately flush eyes with
plenty of running water for at least 15
minutes. Seek immediate medical attention.
SWALLOWED: If polyurethane (PU)
adhesive is swallowed, flush the mouth
thoroughly. Do not induce vomiting.
Provide rest, warmth and fresh air. Seek
immediate medical attention.
INHALED: Persons having a respiratory
allergy may have an allergic reaction when
handling polyurethane (PU) adhesive.
INHALED: Polyurethane (PU) adhesive can
cause asthma like symptoms. Isocyanate
vapor from primer or PU adhesive can
cause allergies in the respiratory tract.
INHALED: If polyurethane (PU) adhesive
fumes are inhaled, move victim to fresh
air. Provide oxygen if necessary. If
breathing stops, provide artificial
respiration. Keep a victim warm and at rest.
Seek immediate medical attention.
CAUTIONS:
Make sure that the direct glazing for
bonded glass cutting blades are changed
where the cutting depth changes to avoid
damage to the body and trim panels.
During the curing period of the PU
adhesive, the door windows must be left
open to avoid a build up of pressure when
the doors are opened and closed.
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Petrol and Petrol-Ethanol Fuel Systems Health and SafetyPrecautions
WARNINGS:
Fuel may not give adequate warning before
toxic or harmful effects arise.
Exposure to fuel can be harmful and can
cause severe health damage or death.
Extreme care must be exercised when
handling hot fluids. Always wash off spilled
fluids from affected areas of skin
immediately.
Highly flammable mixtures are always
present and may ignite when working on
fuel systems. Do not allow naked flames,
sparks or lighted substances to come near
fuel related components.
Fuel must not be used as a cleaning agent.
Keep fuel containers tightly closed, out of
direct sunlight and in a cool area. Keep
away from heat sources, ignition sources
and oxidizing agents.
SKIN CONTACT: Excessive or prolonged
skin contact with diesel fuel may cause
serious skin disorders including skin
cancer.
SKIN CONTACT: Fuel is mildly irritating to
the skin and may cause dermatitis due to
defatting effect. Remove contaminated
clothing. Wash affected areas of skin with
soap and water. Seek medical attention for
any persistent skin irritation or
abnormality. Wash contaminated clothing
before reuse.
EYE CONTACT: Fuel is mildly irritating to
the eyes. Flush with plenty of running
water, blinking as often as possible. Do not
force the eyelid open. Seek medical
attention for any persistent eye irritation
or abnormality.
SWALLOWED: Fuel is moderately toxic
and tends to foam on vomiting. If drawn
into the lungs, inflammation may develop.
Do not induce vomiting. If spontaneous
vomiting occurs place the victim in a
forward position to reduce the risk of fuel
being drawn into the lungs. Give nothing
by mouth. If breathing but unconscious,
place in the recovery position. If breathing has stopped, apply artificial respiration.
Seek immediate medical attention.
INHALED: Fuel is toxic to the respiratory
and other body systems. Exposure may
result in various symptoms including
drowsiness, unconsciousness or severe
health damage. Move a victim to fresh air.
Keep a victim warm and at rest. If
unconscious, place in the recovery
position. If not breathing, apply artificial
respiration. Give cardiac massage if
necessary. Seek immediate medical
attention.
CAUTIONS:
Fuel injection equipment is manufactured
to very precise tolerances and fine
clearances. It is essential that absolute
cleanliness is observed when working with
these components.
Make sure that the workshop area in which
the vehicle is being worked on is as clean
and as dust free as possible.
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Body Repair Health and Safety and General Precautions
General
Appropriate repair methods and carrying out repair
and paint jobs correctly is particularly important to
the operating safety of vehicles and the safety of
people.
WARNING: There is danger of injury
through:
• High voltage when electrical welding. – Do not perform welding work in a dampenvironment or on a wet substrate. Use
suitable insulation underneath.
• Welding spatter and UV radiation. – Wear protective clothing, gloves and weldingmask or welding goggles.
• Fire, explosion and hot surfaces in the work area.
– Always have a suitable fire extinguisheravailable when using welding or heating
equipment.
– Remove flammable substances from the danger area. Remove the fuel tank and fuel
pipes and hoses.
– Welding and grinding near the battery presents the danger of explosion. Remove
the battery before you start working.
– During paint work there is an increased danger of fire or explosion. Prevent any
sparks being created. Fire, open light and
smoking are forbidden.
– Always ventilate the workplace well and use an extraction system.
– Wear protective footwear made from anti-static material.
– Only use tools made of wood, brass or copper to clean stands and extraction ducts.
Do not use tools made of steel.
– Only fill or decant paint materials in a specially marked area. • Inhalation and/or absorption through the skin of
harmful substances.
– Welding fumes grinding dusts and solventvapours can be extremely harmful to the
health.
– Sealants, underbody protection and paint residues must not be burnt down with an
unshielded flame, as this will produce harmful
substances.
– Always ventilate the workplace well and use an extraction system.
– Wear protective clothing.
• Pyrotechnic components. – Disconnect the battery negative clamp andcover the battery terminal.
– Remove any airbag components.
• Noise – Cutting, grinding and alignment work cancause a noise level over 85 dB (A).
– Always wear ear protection.
• High Forces. – The various body areas are subject to veryhigh forces during realignment work. Should
any component suddenly become detached
during this process, there is a very great
danger of injury.
– Pulling chains and pulling shackles must be secured with arrester cables.
As well as these general instructions on the
dangers in body and paint shops, you must
observe:
• All valid local national and international regulations governing Health and Safety at Work
• Safety instructions of material equipment and tool manufacturers
For additional information, refer to: (100-00 General
Information) Solvents, Sealants and Adhesives (Description
and Operation),
Air Conditioning (A/C) System Health and Safety Precautions (Description and Operation),
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Health and Safety Precautions (Description and
Operation).
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