Centre Lathe - Safety

Safety on Centre Lathe Most look at a Centre Lathe as generally harmless. The reality is, each year, workers sustain serious or deadly accidents while using lathe machines. Lathes can be extremely dangerous if not used properly! Only those who have been formally trained should operate a lathe. The following safety rules must be observed when operating a Centre Lathe. Environmental Safety Personal Protective Equipment Safety before operating a Centre Lathe Safety while working on a Centre Lathe Apply good house keeping Videos
Environmental Safety Ensure that work area is clean and free of any obstruction Ensure that floor is dry and non slippery Ensure there is sufficient light to clearly see No florescent lights as these lights may cause stroboscopic effect on rotating machines Ensure sufficient ventilation - fresh air
Personal Protective Equipment Full SABS approved overalls with short sleeves (No loose clothing) Safety glasses with side shields Safety boots with steel cap In noisy workshop use ear protection such as ear plugs When working with materials such as cast iron that give of dust wear dust mask Long hair should be tied up and placed under a cap or hair net No jewellery such as rings, watches, bracelets or neckties may be worn
Safety before operating the Centre Lathe Ensure that the Lathe is in a good working Ensure that all guards are in good condition and position. Ensure that all switches are end emergency switches are in good working order Ensure that emergency foot brake is operational Ensure that clamping device such as chuck is securely clamp in spindle Make sure that you are familiar with the specific Centre Lathe
Safety while working on a Centre Lathe Ensure that work is securely clamp Ensure that cutting tool is clam correct and secure Select correct speeds and feed for operation Never leave the chuck key in chuck Never remove cuttings by hand, use wire hook Never leave machine running unattended Do not us cell phone while operating Lathe Do not get distracted when operating a Centre Late Do not fool around while operating Centre Lathe Ensure that machine is at a complete standstill before attempting to remove work Do not take any measurements while Lathe is in motion Do not use file on Lathe while it is in motion Do not us emery tape while Lathe is in motion Do not attempt to adjust a tool while the lathe is running
Apply good housekeeping Clean area after work has been completed Clean Centre Lathe Oil all surface are with thin layer Store all tools used on proper place Return measuring tools to cases and return to store