General Safety Instructions R2.8 CM2220 R101B Page i-10 Section i - Introduction When working around operating equipment, appropriately rated hearing protection should be worn. Types of hearing protection to consider are listed below. Single use ear plugs. Pre-formed ear plugs. Ear muffs. Protective Clothing Wear appropriate protective clothing based on the task being completed. Types of protective clothing to consider are listed below. Flame resistant. Exposure to electrical hazards. Exposure to oil and gas or generator set applications. Performing welding. Chemical resistant. Exposure to chemicals. High visibility. Exposure to reduced visibility working environments.
Working on mining, oil and gas, or sites with large equipment. Respiratory Protection Wear appropriate respiratory protection based on the task being completed. Types of respiratory protection to consider are listed below. Reusable respirators. Exposure to cleaning, machining, welding, sanding, grinding, etc. Disposable respirators. Exposure to dust and particles, welding fumes, nuisance odors, nuisance level acid gas. Fall Protection Utilize fall protection if a task is being completed more than 1.2 m [ 4 ft ] above a solid surface. Types of fall protection to consider are listed below. Fall harness and lanyard combinations. Safety nets. Guardrails.
Fuels Follow these recommended practices when interacting with equipment that uses different fuel types. For information regarding proper handling of various substances, refer to the manufacturer's safety data sheet. Diesel Fuel Protect eyes. Protect skin. Always test for fuel leaks as instructed. Do not dilute. Avoid sparks, arcing switches and equipment, cigarettes, pilot lights, flames, and other sources of ignition. Provide extra ventilation to the work area. Do not troubleshoot or repair fuel leaks while the engine is running. If material is spilled, avoid contact and dispersal with runoff, soil, waterways, drains, and sewers. Absorb with sand, clay, or commercial absorbent.
Transfer to containers and neutralize the material. Flush spill area with soap and excess water. Report spills effecting water source contamination to local authorities immediately. Proper disposal is required. Dispose of in accordance with local and environmental regulations. Always torque fittings and connections to the required specifications. over or under tightening can damage threads and create leaks. Gasoline Protect eyes. Protect skin. Always be alert for the smell of gas. To buy Cummins Parts and Service Manuals, Training Guides, or Tools go to our website at https://store.cummins.com