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Pneumatic Press

SOP · SOP-60144

  • Version 4
  • Power Tools & Equipment
  • Reads on any phone

The Pneumatic Press Safe Operating Procedure (SOP) provides detailed instructions for safe operation and minimises risks associated with pneumatic press usage.

It covers the hazards (noise, electricity, moving parts and air under pressure), the PPE to wear, precautions and operator training, the pre-operational inspection, maintenance and cleaning including LOTO, step-by-step operation, and fitting the correct punch and anvil.

A hazard checklist for powered non-mobile plant helps identify and mitigate hazards during operation.

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Pneumatic Press

SOPVersion 4

Acronyms

  • LOTO - Lockout/Tagout

  • PPE - Personal Protective Equipment

  • SOP - Safe Operating Procedure

Pneumatic press with air regulator, hose and foot pedal

Hazards

What can cause harm?

  • Noise

  • Electricity

  • Moving parts-hose whip

  • Projectiles

  • Air under pressure

  • Manual Handling

  • Poor housekeeping

Personal protective equipment

  • Foot Protection
  • Eye Protection
  • Hearing Protection

Pre-operational inspection

Follow the pre-operational checklist in the manufacturer’s operational manual, check:

  • The air hose and fittings regularly for wear

  • The airline is attached securely

  • Air quality, supply flow and consumption

  • Piping installation

  • Emergency stop/s fitted and functional

  • Power cord must be currently Tested & Tagged to legislative requirement.

Precautions

All operators must be trained and competent to operate a pneumatic press safely. Operator training should include:

  • Workplace induction

  • Safe operating procedures

  • Manufacturer’s instructions

  • Nature of hazards

  • Fitting of PPE

  • Manual handling

  • Housekeeping

  • First Aid

  • Consult SDS Sheet

  • No flammables

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What it covers

8 sections

  1. Hazards
  2. Personal protective equipment
  3. Pre-operational inspection
  4. Precautions
  5. Operation
  6. Maintenance
  7. Hazard checklist (powered non-mobile plant)

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