R2.8 CM2220 R101B General Safety Instructions Section i - Introduction Page i-17 Protect eyes. Protect skin. Wear insulated gloves. Ensure surrounding items do not come in contact with hot components or exhaust. Contact may ignite or melt those materials. Heavy Objects Be alert when working with heavy objects. Do not lift components that weigh 23 kg [ 50 lb ] or more. Use mechanical help or seek assistance. Use mechanical help to move items whenever possible. Make sure the load is securely fastened to the equipment. Make sure lifting devices, like chains, hooks, slings, etc., are in good condition and are rated for the correct capacity before use.
Make sure lifting devices are positioned correctly before use. Use a spreader bar when necessary. If the item can be lifted manually, squat to lift and lower the item. Do not bend at the waist. Maintain balance when lifting items by keeping feet apart or staggered if possible. If the item must be carried, make sure the path is clear when carrying the item to, and placing the item in, the desired location. Pressurized Areas Be alert for pressurized areas. Pressurized areas may be encountered in the following situations. Air, Oil, Fuel, and Cooling systems. When disconnecting or removing lines, fittings, or related items. When disconnecting a device from a pressurized system.
Injuries that may result when interacting with pressurized areas are listed below. When removing or loosening caps on tanks or pressurized systems. High pressure spray can penetrate the skin. Serious injury or death may result. Hot fluid spray can cause burns. See "High Temperature Area." Recommended Practices: Protect skin. Wear impervious gloves. If skin penetration from high pressure spray occurs, it is a medical emergency. Receive medical attention immediately. Check for pressure leaks as instructed. Never check for pressure leaks with your hand. Allow product to cool before accessing pressurized areas. Relieve system pressure as instructed.
Slowly loosen fill caps to relieve pressure before servicing. Job Safety Assessment Completing a Job Safety Assessment (JSA) prior to performing work helps identify job safety hazards and prevent incidents. Use the guidelines below to assess if a situation is safe or at risk prior to performing designated work. If deteremined to be at risk, take appropriate precautions to prepare for, or eliminate, the hazard. If the risks are uncontrollable, consult a knowledgeable resource to find a safe practice solution. A knowledgeable resource may include, but is not limited to, one of the following:
Site supervisor Customer Work supervisor Always check with the site where work is being performed to determine if safety assessment documentation is required. Work Practices Job Safety Analysis. To buy Cummins Parts and Service Manuals, Training Guides, or Tools go to our website at https://store.cummins.com