Safety precautions when working on a drilling machine

Safety when working on a drilling machine is no less important than the drilling technique itself. There are specific requirements during work that must be carefully followed. And also it is supposed to know the key safety measures in emergency situations.

Industrial equipment can significantly empower people. forgetBut it is impossible that each such device is potentially also a source of increased danger. It is required to prepare for work on the drilling machine in advance. Before starting to use the technique, you will have to be instructed. For independent use, it is necessary to study the requirements stated in the technical passport and instructions. Only those who have a good knowledge of electrical engineering and plumbing should receive permission to work on machine tools in industrial production.

Such requirements must be observed during training.... The learning process involves mastering key safe work practices. Safety officials and / or production managers should review the knowledge and skills of new employees. Before turning on the machine, it is required to check the serviceability of all its main components.

The employees themselves must wear overalls. In this case, it is necessary to check its actual state. It is unacceptable to use worn out or deformed overalls. Before starting the machine, you need to fasten your clothes with all buttons, and put on sleeves on the robe. Additionally you will need:

• headdress (beret, headscarf or bandana are preferred);
• locksmith goggles for eye protection;
• professional shoes.

Standard safety precautions are to start with a no-load start. The load is then not applied at all. If a problem is found, the device is stopped and immediately reported to the foremen or repairmen. Machines used independently in the household or personal workshop should be repaired with the help of professional assistants. It is strictly forbidden to place open parts of the hands and face at a close distance from the rotating spindle.

Do not wear gloves or gloves when drilling on the machine. They are simply uncomfortable and create serious discomfort that distracts from work. Moreover, they can be easily pulled into the drilling zone - with very unpleasant consequences. You can prevent injury if:

• carefully check the reliability of fixing the drills and workpieces themselves;
• carefully bring the drilling part closer to the part without jerking;
• apply a lubricant and cool the drill not with a damp cloth, but with a specially designed brush;
• refuse to manually slow down the cartridges;
• leave the working position strictly after stopping the device.

In the event of a sudden power outage, it is imperative to immediately turn off the electric drive. Then its sudden launch will not create any problems. During operation, there should be no unnecessary, unused things on the surface of the bed and around the workplace.If you find a faulty or worn out machine tool kit (holding unit, drilling unit and other parts), you must immediately stop using it. Parts, drills cannot be adjusted while the machine is running. You must first stop it.

It is not allowed to blow off chips and other waste with compressed air. Before starting drilling, the parts must be screwed. If some tools have protruding elements, such machine tools are supposed to be covered with smooth covers. When working with one spindle on a multi-spindle machine, other functional parts must be disconnected. You can not get down to business if the blockers of unauthorized movement of trunks, traverses or brackets are faulty.

All cutting tools should be installed only after the machine has come to a complete stop. In addition to the reliability and strength of the installation, you should check how correctly the products are centered. When changing the tool, the spindle is immediately lowered. Only securely fixed parts can be drilled. Fastening is supposed to be performed only with parts and components specially designed for this purpose.

If the workpieces are clamped in a vice, they must be in good working order. Do not use a vice with worn out lip notches.To. You can only put parts on the drilling machine and remove them from there when placing the spindle in its original position.

If you notice a jammed tool, you must immediately turn off the machine. The same is done in case of violations of the shanks of drills, taps, in case of destruction of other equipment. Chucks and drills are changed using specialized drifts. When working on machines equipped with safety devices that block the spread of chips, these components must be in good working order and switched on. If it is impossible to use them, you must wear special glasses, or put a protective shield made of transparent material.

It is necessary to drill deep holes in several stages. In between, the drill is pulled out of the channel to remove the chips. If it is necessary to process ductile metal, it is necessary to use special drills for this case. Removing chips even from the machine table, not to mention the part itself, is allowed only after complete braking.

Even the most skillful and careful people can face various emergencies and accidents. Whatever happens, it is then required to immediately stop the machine, and inform the responsible persons or direct management of the problem. If immediate assistance cannot be provided by the repair service, suitably trained machine operators have the right to rectify the problem and eliminate further threats themselves. At the same time, they cannot arbitrarily change the design of the machine or any of its units.

The drilling machine may only be restarted with the approval of the manager or the person responsible for safety, with the written execution of the relevant documents... Sometimes the drilling machines catch fire. In this case, you must immediately report the incident to the masters (direct supervisors, security). If the enterprise does not have its own fire department, it is required to call the fire department. If possible, it is necessary to move away from the source of fire, help to do this and save material values.

If there is such a threat, it is impossible to try to extinguish the flame. The only thing is to try to de-energize the room.... When calling the rescuers, it is advisable for someone to meet them and give the necessary explanations on the spot. Strangers and onlookers must not be allowed to the fire site. If victims are found, you should:

• assess the situation and risk;
• de-energize the machine and exclude it from starting;
• provide first aid to the injured;
• if necessary, call emergency assistance, or deliver the wounded to a medical facility;
• if possible, keep the situation at the scene of the incident unchanged in order to simplify the investigation.