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Process equipment may be responsible for other sources of air movement in the room. For example, high-speed rotating machines such as pulverizers, high-speed belt material transfer systems, falling granular materials, and compressed air escaping from pneumatic tools all produce air currents. 

Another hazard of compressed air is that it contains dust (organic and inorganic), water, and traces of hydrocarbons, which if they are not removed can cause excessive wear of tools or contamination of products. Morris writes, Those who use air for pneumatic tools or even paint spray seem to have an inbuilt resistance to any idea that the quality of their compressed air is of any serious consequence. The fact that it transmits concentrated quantities of abrasive particles and water into the finely machined orifices and cylinders of their tools seems to pass them by [12]. 

Few plant operators need to be told of the problems caused by water in compressed air. They are most apparent to those who operate pneumatic tools, rock drills, automatic pneumatic powered machinery, paint and other sprays, sandblasting equipment, and pneumatic controls. However, almost all applications, particularly of 100-psig power, could benefit from the elimination of water carryover. The principal problems might be summarized as ... 

The degree of drying desired will vary with the pneumatic equipment and application involved. The aim is to eliminate further condensation in the airlines and pneumatic tools or devices. Prevailing atmospheric conditions also have an influence on the approach that is most effective. In many 100-psig installations, a dew point at line pressure of from 500°F to 350°F is adequate. Other applications, such as instrument air systems, will require dew points of minus 500°F. 

To install, the anchor is driven into the ground with a siedge hammer or a pneumatic tool. The explosive charge is pushed to the bottom of the anchor with a push rod and then exploded. A rapidly curing cement (grouting material) is then poured into the anchor ar H tamped to fill the camouflet enclosing the anchor tines (See Fig El)... 

ANSI Z49.1,10.3.2 4.5.51 Oxygen shall not be used as a substitute for eompressed air. For example, it shall not be used in pneumatic tools, to blow out pipelines, to dust off elothing or any similar application. 

SAFETY EQUIPMENT HYDRAULIC JACKS PNEUMATIC TOOLS TORQUE WRENCHES ETC. .. 

Pneumatic tools, powered by compressed air, can include chippers, drills, hammers, and sanders. 

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Pneumatic tools are often used at construction jobsites. These tools are powered by compressed air and include nailers, drills, hammers, and Sanders. In one respect, they are safer than electric tools because the shock hazard is eliminated. But, they are still very dangerous because the tools are under pressure and can come apart. When this occurs there is the danger of a flying missile striking nearby workers. It is extremely important that pneumatic tools are inspected daily and kept in good working order. 

When your employees work with pneumatic tools, eye protection is required and head and face protection is recommended. When required, screens must also be set up to protect nearby workers from being struck by fl3nng fragments arormd chippers, riveting grms, staplers, or air drills. 

Some of the most obvious OSHA requirements that must be stressed to workers using pneumatic tools are ... 

Check pneumatic tools to ensrue they are fastened secruely to the air supply hose to prevent them from becoming disconnected. A short wire or positive locking device must attach the air hose to the tool. This will serve as an added safeguard to prevent whiplash if the hose becomes disconnected. 

Equip pneumatic tools (that shoot nails, rivets, staples, or similar fasteners, and operate at pressures more than 100 pounds per square inch) with a special device to keep fasteners from being ejected, unless the muzzle is pressed against the work surface. 

TOOLS, HAND POWER — PNEUMATIC TOOLS HANDOUT-1... 

Tools, Hand Power — Pneumatic Tools — Sign-... 

This sign-off sheet documents the employees who have taken part in a training session on Tools, Hand Power — Pneumatic Tools at this company, ... 

All materials, tools, rivets, bolts, etc., should be contained so they do not fall. All pneumatic tools should be disconnected from the power source before any adjustments are made to them. Turnbuckles used for plumbing-up should be properly secured and should not unwind under load. Connection points should also be easily accessible. The use of a safety harness is also stressed in this section. 

Vibrations caused by pneumatic tools are known to induce Raynaud s phenomenon, which regresses after cessation of the exposure. To what extent vibration hammers, which are often used in mining and treating stones, take part in promotion of SSc is still vague... 

Blair et al. 1974). However, it is extremely unlikely that some of the patients, such as sandblasters, glass grinders, cast polishers, and stove fitters, have ever worked with pneumatic tools. Increased incidences of Raynaud s phenomenon, sclerodactyly and edema of the hands were observed in chain-saw workers and in individuals operating jack-hammers (Nagata et al. 

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