Health And Safety Precautions - New Holland 70 Series Repair Manual

SECTION 00 - - GENERAL INFORMATION - - CHAPTER 1
Many of the procedures associated with vehicle
maintenance and repair involve physical hazards or
other risks to health. This section lists, alphabetically,
some of these hazardous operations, materials and
equipment associated with them. The precautions
necessary to avoid these hazards are identified.
The list is not inclusive; all operations, procedures,
and handling of materials should be carried out with
health and safety in mind.
ACIDS AND ALKALIS (See Battery Acids,
i.e., Caustic Soda, Sulfuric Acid)
Used in batteries and cleaning materials.
Irritating and corrosive to the skin, eyes, nose and
throat. Causes burns.
Avoid splashes to the skin, eyes, and clothing. Wear
suitable protective gloves and goggles. Can destroy
ordinary protective clothing. Do not breathe mists.
Ensure access to water and soap is readily available
for splashing accidents.
ADHESIVES AND SEALERS (See Fire)
CAUTION
HIGHLY FLAMMABLE, COMBUSTIBLE.
Generally should be stored in "NO SMOKING" areas;
cleanliness and tidiness while in use should be
observed, i.e., from applications where possible,
disposable paper should be dispensed to cover
benches. Containers, including secondary contain-
ers, should be labeled.
Solvent-Based Adhesives/Sealers (See
Solvents)
Follow manufacturer's Instructions
Water-Based Adhesives/Sealers
Those based on polymer emulsions and rubber
lattices may contain small amounts of volatile toxic
and harmful chemicals.
Skin and eye contact should be avoided, and
adequate ventilation provided during use.
Follow manufacturer's Instructions

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Resin-Based Adhesive/Sealers (i.e., Epoxide
and Formaldehyde Resin Based)
Mixing should only be carried out in well- ventilated
areas as harmful or toxic volatile chemicals may be
released.
Skin contact with uncured resins and hardeners can
result in irritation, dermatitis, and absorption of toxic,
or harmful chemicals through the skin. Splashes can
damage the eyes.
Provide adequate ventilation; avoid skin and eye
contact. Follow manufacturer's instructions.
Anaerobic, Cyanoacrylate and other Acrylic
Adhesives
Many are irritating, sensitizing, or harmful to the skin.
Some are eye irritants.
Skin and eye contact should be avoided and the
manufacturer's instructions followed.
Cyanoacrylate adhesives (super-glues) must not
contact the skin or eyes. If skin or eye tissue is
bonded, cover with a clean moist pad and get
medical attention. Do not attempt to pull tissue apart.
Use in well-ventilated areas as vapors can cause
irritation of the nose and eyes.
For two-part systems: See Resin-Based Adhesive/
Sealers
Isocyanate (Polyurethane) Adhesive/Sealers
(See Resin-Based Adhesives)
Individuals suffering from asthma or
allergies should not work with, or near, these
materials as sensitivity reactions can occur.
Any spraying should preferably be carried out in
exhaust ventilated booths removing vapors and
spray droplets from the breathing zone. Individuals
working with spray applications should wear
supplied air respirators.
ANTIFREEZE (See Fire, Solvents, i.e.,
Isopropanol, Ethylene Glycol, Methanol)
CAUTION
HIGHLY FLAMMABLE, COMBUSTIBLE.
Used in vehicle coolant systems, brake air pressure
systems, and windshield washing solutions.
respiratory