R2.8 CM2220 R101B General Safety Instructions Section i - Introduction Page i-9 Place a "Do NOT Operate" tag in the operator area or near the product controls. Become familiar with the tools required for performing the task at hand and how to use those tools correctly. Use only genuine Cummins or Cummins Recon replacement parts as instructed. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) To reduce the possibility of personal injury, personal protective equipment (PPE) should be utilized. Various types of PPE are listed below. Use proper judgment to determine which types of PPE are required for a given task. Always meet on-site safety regulations for required PPE.
Proper maintenance of safety equipment must be practiced. Integrity of safety equipment must be checked to ensure equipment functionality is maintained. Eye Protection Eye protection must always be worn. Wear appropriate eye protection based on the task being completed. Types of eye protection to consider are listed below. Safety glasses. Exposure to flying particles or debris, chemicals or caustic liquids, gases or vapors. Polarized safety glasses. Working in outdoor or bright lighting environments. Over-the-glass safety glasses. Add protection to prescription glasses. Safety goggles. Handling caustic liquids or chemicals. Shade or arc rated eyewear. Exposure to welding.
Use appropriate filter ratings. Foot Protection Protective shoes must always be worn. Wear appropriate foot protection based on the task being completed. Types of protective footwear to consider are listed below. Steel toed shoes. Exposure to falling or rolling objects. Working with or around parts, tools, and equipment. Chemical resistant. Exposure to chemicals and other fluids. Overshoes and overboots. Add protection to everyday work shoes. Foot, toe, and metatarsal guards. Add protection to everyday work shoes. Electrical hazard safety toe shoes. Exposure to electrical hazards. Cold protection. Exposure to cold weather. Leather footwear or shoe protectors.
Exposure to welding or arc flash. Head and Face Protection Wear appropriate face protection based on the task being completed. Types of head and face protection to consider are listed below. Hard hats. Exposure varies. Consider welding, heat, or arc-rated. Visors. Exposure varies. Consider welding, heat, or arc-rated. Face liners. Exposure to cold weather. Face shields. Exposure to liquid splash. Handling caustic liquids or chemicals. Wear appropriate type and fit of gloves based on the task being completed. Types of protective gloves to consider are listed below. Hand Protection Heat resistant or insulated. Exposure to hot items. Flame resistant. Exposure to welding or arc flash.
Impact resistant. Performing repetitive impact and vibration work. Using pneumatic tools. Impervious. Exposure to high pressure fluids. Chemical resistant. Exposure to chemicals, fluids, or batteries. Cut resistant. Handling sharp objects or tools. Hearing Protection Cold weather. Exposure to cold weather. To buy Cummins Parts and Service Manuals, Training Guides, or Tools go to our website at https://store.cummins.com