Safety in the Auto Shop Chapter 5. Auto Shop Layout Most auto shops have four primary areas Repair Area – includes stalls (small work areas), the alignment

Safety in the Auto ShopSafety in the Auto ShopChapter 5Chapter 5

Auto Shop LayoutAuto Shop Layout

Most auto shops have four primary areasMost auto shops have four primary areas Repair Area Repair Area – – includes stalls (small work areas), the includes stalls (small work areas), the

alignment rack, special areas to mount and balance alignment rack, special areas to mount and balance tires, an area for machining rotors and drums, an tires, an area for machining rotors and drums, an engine repair area, and an area to clean parts. Many engine repair area, and an area to clean parts. Many stalls include a vehicle hoist.stalls include a vehicle hoist.

Locker Room Locker Room – – is an area that includes the lunch is an area that includes the lunch room, lockers, sinks and wash basin, and rest room.room, lockers, sinks and wash basin, and rest room.

Tool Room Tool Room – – is a secure area set aside to store is a secure area set aside to store special tools, equipment, shop towels, and supplies.special tools, equipment, shop towels, and supplies.

Training or Meeting Room Training or Meeting Room – – this room is used for this room is used for meetings, seminars, demonstrations, and other meetings, seminars, demonstrations, and other technician training activities.technician training activities.

Nice Shop Stall!Nice Shop Stall!

The shop stall is a small work area to park a vehicle to be worked on.

Alignment RackAlignment Rack

Hoist SafetyHoist Safety

Hoist SafetyHoist Safety

Rules for Using the HoistRules for Using the Hoist

Ask your instructor for a demonstrationAsk your instructor for a demonstration Inspect hoist for hydraulic leaks or damageInspect hoist for hydraulic leaks or damage Drive vehicle onto hoist very Drive vehicle onto hoist very slowly slowly andand carefully carefully Carefully center vehicle on hoist (by weight)Carefully center vehicle on hoist (by weight) Place lift pads under lifting points of vehiclePlace lift pads under lifting points of vehicle Check ceiling height before raising vehicleCheck ceiling height before raising vehicle Raise vehicle a few inches off floor and recheck lift points for Raise vehicle a few inches off floor and recheck lift points for

correct placementcorrect placement Raise vehicle to desired work height and set safety latchesRaise vehicle to desired work height and set safety latches Be sure no one goes under vehicle during lifting and lowering. Be sure no one goes under vehicle during lifting and lowering.

The person pushing the button is responsible for thisThe person pushing the button is responsible for this

Tool RoomTool Room

A secure place to store special shop A secure place to store special shop equipment and supplies is the equipment and supplies is the tool roomtool room

Our Training RoomOur Training Room

The The trainingtraining room is a place for training, demonstrations, room is a place for training, demonstrations, and other technician training events.and other technician training events.

Shop SafetyShop SafetyGeneral Safety Rules –General Safety Rules –

Most shop accidents occur because safety rules were not observed

When working in the shop When working in the shop youyou must look for must look for unsafeunsafe work habits or work habits or unsafe behaviorunsafe behavior..

1. You must don safety glasses, goggles, or face 1. You must don safety glasses, goggles, or face shield before entering the shop.shield before entering the shop.

2. Shoes must be worn in the shop. No one wearing 2. Shoes must be worn in the shop. No one wearing sandals will be allowed to enter any shop area. The sandals will be allowed to enter any shop area. The minimum footwear must cover the entire foot.minimum footwear must cover the entire foot.

3. Do not operate any equipment unless you are 3. Do not operate any equipment unless you are familiar with its operation and have been authorized to familiar with its operation and have been authorized to operate it. Questions regarding the use of equipment operate it. Questions regarding the use of equipment should be directed to the shop supervisor or instructor.should be directed to the shop supervisor or instructor.

Shop SafetyShop SafetyShop Rules – ContinuedShop Rules – Continued

4. No work may be performed using power tools 4. No work may be performed using power tools without instructor permission.without instructor permission.

5. You must be aware of other technicians in the auto 5. You must be aware of other technicians in the auto shop and concentrate on safety in order shop and concentrate on safety in order to help to help prevent injuries to othersprevent injuries to others. In case of injury, no matter . In case of injury, no matter how slight, report it to the instructor immediately. how slight, report it to the instructor immediately.

6. To avoid injury or damage to shop vehicles, shop 6. To avoid injury or damage to shop vehicles, shop tools should never be carried in your pocket. tools should never be carried in your pocket.

7. Contact with harmful chemicals should be reported 7. Contact with harmful chemicals should be reported immediately. For example: Asbestos sometimes found immediately. For example: Asbestos sometimes found in brake and clutch dust is known to cause cancer.in brake and clutch dust is known to cause cancer.

Shop SafetyShop SafetyGeneral Safety Rules –ContinuedGeneral Safety Rules –Continued

Most shop accidents occur because safety rules were not observedMost shop accidents occur because safety rules were not observed


8. Machines must be shut off and unplugged, before 8. Machines must be shut off and unplugged, before servicing.servicing.

9. Do not wear ties, loose clothing, jewelry, gloves, 9. Do not wear ties, loose clothing, jewelry, gloves, etc. when operating shop equipment.etc. when operating shop equipment.

10. Wear appropriate clothing for the job (i.e. do not 10. Wear appropriate clothing for the job (i.e. do not wear short sleeve shirts or short pants when welding).wear short sleeve shirts or short pants when welding).

11. Do not work in the shop if you are tired, or in a 11. Do not work in the shop if you are tired, or in a hurry.hurry.

12. Never indulge in horseplay in the shop areas.12. Never indulge in horseplay in the shop areas. 13. All machines must be operated with all guards and 13. All machines must be operated with all guards and

shields in place.shields in place.




14. Never work under a vehicle not supported by jack 14. Never work under a vehicle not supported by jack stands!stands!

15. Never use a rag near moving parts15. Never use a rag near moving parts

16. Do not strike a hardened tool or any machine with 16. Do not strike a hardened tool or any machine with a hammer.a hammer.

17. Practice cleanliness and orderliness in the shop 17. Practice cleanliness and orderliness in the shop areas. Use a broom, mop, or the shop vacuum areas. Use a broom, mop, or the shop vacuum cleaner. cleaner. Clean-up before you leave!Clean-up before you leave!



Remember, the radiator fan can turn on automatically Remember, the radiator fan can turn on automatically on some cars, even when the key is turned off!on some cars, even when the key is turned off!


18. Keep the floor around machines clean, dry 18. Keep the floor around machines clean, dry and free from trip hazards. Do not allow clutter and free from trip hazards. Do not allow clutter to accumulate. Use the shop vacuum cleaner.to accumulate. Use the shop vacuum cleaner.

19. Think through the entire job before starting.19. Think through the entire job before starting. 20. Before starting a machine, always check it 20. Before starting a machine, always check it

for correct setup and always check to see if the for correct setup and always check to see if the machine is clear.machine is clear.

21. Do not bring food/snacks into the shop.21. Do not bring food/snacks into the shop.




22. Don’t rush or take chances. Obey all safety rules.22. Don’t rush or take chances. Obey all safety rules. 23. If you have not worked with a particular material 23. If you have not worked with a particular material

before, check the material safety data sheet before, check the material safety data sheet (M.S.D.S.) for any specific precautions to be taken (M.S.D.S.) for any specific precautions to be taken while working with the material. Also, ask the shop while working with the material. Also, ask the shop personnel before cutting any unusual material.personnel before cutting any unusual material.

24. Follow all appropriate precautions when working 24. Follow all appropriate precautions when working with solvents, paints, adhesives or other chemicals. with solvents, paints, adhesives or other chemicals. Use appropriate protective equipment. Review the Use appropriate protective equipment. Review the M.S.D.S.M.S.D.S.




25. Check the condition of power cords and plugs on portable 25. Check the condition of power cords and plugs on portable tools before using them. Do not use a tool that has a worn or tools before using them. Do not use a tool that has a worn or damaged power cord/plug.damaged power cord/plug.

26. Remember, running engines: get hot and can cause burns, 26. Remember, running engines: get hot and can cause burns, have moving belts and pulleys which can catch on loose have moving belts and pulleys which can catch on loose clothing or hair, and create deadly carbon monoxide gas which clothing or hair, and create deadly carbon monoxide gas which can cause asphyxiation. can cause asphyxiation. USE THE SHOP VENTILATION WHEN RUNNING VEHICLES!USE THE SHOP VENTILATION WHEN RUNNING VEHICLES!

27. Always store oily rags in an approved metal container.27. Always store oily rags in an approved metal container. 28. Any safety related questions should be directed to Mr. 28. Any safety related questions should be directed to Mr.

Bloom or Mr. Kessel. Bloom or Mr. Kessel.



Shop SafetyShop Safety Types of Hazards - FiresTypes of Hazards - Fires

GasolineGasoline is typically the most dangerous is typically the most dangerous flammable liquid found in the auto shop!flammable liquid found in the auto shop!

Use a Class “B” Fire Extinguisher on gasoline fires

Shop SafetyShop Safety Types of Hazards - TrippingTypes of Hazards - Tripping

Floor Jack handles should be kept up not down to avoid trip hazards

Shop SafetyShop Safety Types of Hazards – Air BagsTypes of Hazards – Air Bags

When handling or transporting an automobile When handling or transporting an automobile air bag, always point the metal body air bag, always point the metal body downdown and and awayaway from your body! from your body!

Shop SafetyShop Safety Types of Hazards – Air ParticulatesTypes of Hazards – Air Particulates

Technicians should wear a particle mask when working around airborne particulates

Shop SafetyShop Safety Types of Hazards – ElectricalTypes of Hazards – Electrical

The The ground wire ground wire on on electric power tools electric power tools prevents electrical injury prevents electrical injury to the operatorto the operator

If missing or broken report If missing or broken report to your instructorto your instructor

Frayed or damaged wiring Frayed or damaged wiring should be reported as wellshould be reported as well

Shop SafetyShop Safety Types of Hazards – LiftingTypes of Hazards – Lifting

A technician should always lift with the legs and not the back!

Shop SafetyShop Safety Types of Hazards – ChemicalsTypes of Hazards – Chemicals

To safely handle toxic, caustic, or To safely handle toxic, caustic, or corrosive materials a technician should corrosive materials a technician should wear:wear:

Eye protectionEye protection

RespiratorRespirator

Chemical proof apron or suitChemical proof apron or suit

Rubber glovesRubber gloves

Leather/Rubber shoes Leather/Rubber shoes

Shop SafetyShop Safety Types of Hazards – Running EnginesTypes of Hazards – Running Engines

Rotating belts & pulleys can catch loose Rotating belts & pulleys can catch loose clothing, jewelry, hair, and any other loose clothing, jewelry, hair, and any other loose objects and drag them into the fan or pulleys.objects and drag them into the fan or pulleys.

Hot components like the exhaust system and Hot components like the exhaust system and the hot radiator can cause severe and painful the hot radiator can cause severe and painful burns.burns.

Noxious fumes can lead to nausea and or Noxious fumes can lead to nausea and or carbon monoxide poisoning.carbon monoxide poisoning.

Shop SafetyShop Safety Preventing Accidents to Avoid InjuriesPreventing Accidents to Avoid Injuries

The following types of accidents are very preventable if The following types of accidents are very preventable if everyone is paying attention to safety:everyone is paying attention to safety:

FiresFires ExplosionsExplosions AsphyxiationAsphyxiation Chemical BurnsChemical Burns Electric ShockElectric Shock Physical InjuriesPhysical InjuriesAll accidents should be reported to the instructor at once!All accidents should be reported to the instructor at once!

Shop SafetyShop Safety Summary - General Safety RulesSummary - General Safety Rules

A technician should always wear A technician should always wear eye protection eye protection when when working in the auto shop.working in the auto shop.

Shop tools should never be carried in your Shop tools should never be carried in your pocketpocket.. AsbestosAsbestos is often found in brake and clutch dust and is is often found in brake and clutch dust and is

known to cause known to cause cancercancer.. Never work under a vehicle not supported by Never work under a vehicle not supported by jack jack

standsstands.. The The electric radiator fan electric radiator fan can turn on automatically on can turn on automatically on

some cars, even when the key is turned off.some cars, even when the key is turned off. The shop ventilation fan should be turned on The shop ventilation fan should be turned on any time any time

a vehicle is running in the shopa vehicle is running in the shop..

Running EnginesRunning Engines

Remember, running engines: Remember, running engines: get hot and can cause get hot and can cause burnsburns, have , have moving belts and pulleys which can catch moving belts and pulleys which can catch on loose clothing or hairon loose clothing or hair, and , and create deadly carbon create deadly carbon monoxide gas which can cause asphyxiationmonoxide gas which can cause asphyxiation..

Questions?Questions?

Check the textbook chapter 5 Check the textbook chapter 5 for any questions for any questions you still need answered.you still need answered.

Check with at least Check with at least three other students three other students to try to try and find the answers you are missing.and find the answers you are missing.

FinallyFinally, Check with the instructor to learn where , Check with the instructor to learn where you can go to find the answers you still need.you can go to find the answers you still need.

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Safety in the Auto Shop Chapter 5. Auto Shop Layout Most auto shops have four primary areas Repair Area – includes stalls (small work areas), the alignment