Drill Press
SOPVersion 4
Acronyms
LOTO - Lockout/Tagout.
PPE - Personal Protective Equipment.
SOP - Safe Operating Procedure.
Hazards
What can cause harm?
Noise
Electricity
Moving parts
Projectiles/debris
Dust
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, ensure:
The Emergency Stop/s fitted and functional
To verify all Guards are secure and function correctly
To check for integrity of Column Safety Collar
To check that table adjustment can be operated freely
To check the condition and availability of twist drills, spade bits, hole saws
To lubricate column if required
To check drill bits for sharpness, notches, cracks, or bends - replace if necessary.
No flammable materials
Fire extinguisher
No trip or slip hazards