Safety Regulations; General Safety Warnings; Operator Competency; Personal Protective Equipment (Ppe) - BAC EASYBOND MK2 Operation And Maintenance Manual

2.2

SAFETY REGULATIONS

The safety of staff must be of prime consideration every time that pin brazing work is
carried out on the site and a full and comprehensive risk assessment must be
completed prior to any pin brazing being undertaken. Pin brazing operators must
comply with all current safety legislation and the specific safety requirements
procedures of the site and plant owners.
2.3

GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS

Under no circumstances should the pin brazing equipment and its accessories be operated in
explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust. The
equipment will create sparks that may ignite dust or fumes.
Always ensure that the equipment is well maintained and never make any modifications to the
equipment or use spare parts and consumables not manufactured or recommended by BAC.
Never operate the equipment when tired, after drinking alcohol, taking drugs, or taking
medication that may make you drowsy.
Never operate the AC battery charger outside and in wet conditions.
Keep bystanders away whilst operating the equipment.
Do not abuse the cables and connectors and never use the cables for carrying or pulling the
equipment. Always use the optional extension cables when required.
2.4

OPERATOR COMPETENCY

It is highly recommended that operatives undertaking pin brazing for any form of attachment
should have attended a BAC approved training course in the pin brazing technique and hold a
current certificate of competency.
2.5

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE)

The following personal protective equipment is recommended whilst using the Easybond
equipment:
Overalls – conforming to EN ISO 11612:2008 or equivalent.
Safety Footwear – conforming to EN ISO 20345: 2011 S3 or equivalent.
Protective Gloves - conforming to EN12477:2001/A1:2005 Type B or equivalent.
Eye Protection - conforming to EN175:1997/166:1995/169:1992 or equivalent.
Dust/Fume respirator – conforming to FFP3 to EN149:2001 or equivalent.
Note: that when using the optional 18V grinder (part #273 199 0685) you must carefully read
the specific instruction manuals for this equipment. The manuals detail the safe operation of the
equipment and the PPE required during their use.
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