Chemical Safety And The Environment; Handle Chemical Products Safely - Norwood The Grain Handler 8 Operator's Manual

Chemical Safety and the Environment

Soil, air, and water are vital factors of agriculture and life in
general. When legislation does not yet rule the treatment of some
of the substances which are required by advanced technology,
sound judgment should govern the use and disposal of products
of a chemical and petrochemical nature.
NOTICE: The following are recommendations which may be of
assistance:
• Become acquainted with and ensure that you understand
the relative legislation applicable to your country.
• Where no legislation exists, obtain information from suppliers
of oils, filters, batteries, fuels, antifreeze, cleaning agents,
etc., with regard to their effect on man and nature and how
to safely store, use and dispose of these substances.
• Agricultural consultants will, in many cases, be able to help
you as well.
Helpful Hints
• Avoid filling tanks using cans which may cause considerable
spillage.
• In general, avoid skin contact with all fuels, oils, acids, sol-
vents, etc. Most of them contain substances which may be
harmful to your health.
• Modern oils contain additives. Do not burn contaminated
fuels and or waste oils in ordinary heating systems.
• Avoid spillage when draining off used gearbox and hydraulic
oils, etc. Do not mix drained fluids with lubricants. Store
drained fluids safely until they can be disposed of properly
to comply with local legislation and available resources.
• Repair any leaks or defects in the hydraulic system imme-
diately.
• Do not increase the pressure in a pressurized circuit as this
may lead to a component failure.
• Protect hoses during welding as penetrating weld splatter
may burn a hole or weaken them, allowing the loss of hy-
draulic fluid.
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Handle Chemical Products Safely

Direct exposure to hazardous chemicals can cause serious
injury. Potentially hazardous chemicals used with Power
Sweep equipment include such items as lubricants, fluids,
paints, and adhesives.
A Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) provides specific details
on chemical products: physical and health hazards, safety
procedures, and emergency response techniques.
Check the MSDS before you start any job using a hazardous
chemical. That way you will know exactly what the risks are
and how to do the job safely. Then follow procedures and
recommended equipment.
(See your Power Sweep dealer for MSDS's on chemical
products used with Power Sweep equipment.)
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