Lubricants And Greases; Used Engine Oil; Health Protection Precautions; Environmental Precautions - Ford 2002 Bantam Workshop Manual

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Lubricants and Greases

Avoid all prolonged and repeated contact with mineral
oils. All lubricants and greases may be irritating to the
eyes and skin.

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.

Health Protection Precautions

• Avoid prolonged and repeated contact with oils,
particularly used engine oils.
• Wear protective clothing, including impervious
gloves where practicable.
• Do not put oily rags into pockets.
• Avoid contaminating clothes, particularly
underpants, with oil.
• Heavily soiled clothing and oil-impregnated
footwear should not be worn. Overalls must be
cleaned regularly.
• First Aid treatment should be obtained
immediately for open cuts and wounds.
• Use barrier creams, applying them before each
work period, to help the removal of oil from the
skin.
• Wash with soap and water to make sure all oil is
removed (skin cleansers and nail brushes will
help). Preparations containing lanoline replace the
natural skin oils, which have been removed.
• Do not use gasolene (petrol), kerosene (paraffin),
diesel fuel (gas oil), thinners or solvents for
cleaning skin.
• If skin disorders develop, obtain medical advice
without delay.
• Where practicable, degrease components prior to
handling.
• Where there is a risk of eye contact, eye
protection should be worn, for example chemical
goggles or face shields; in addition an eye wash
facility should be provided.
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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 licensed
waste 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 water courses.

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)

See Viton.

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.
and Isocyanate Adhesives and Sealers
under Adhesives and Sealers.
Spraying should preferably be carried out in
exhausted ventilated booths removing vapour and
spray mists from the breathing zone. Individuals
working in booths should wear appropriate respiratory
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See also Resin-based Adhesives
02/2001 2002 Bantam