Review the operation of the item and point out safety features. Watch students as they initially use tools or equipment and make corrections as needed. Discontinue use of defective or unsafe equipment as soon as the defect becomes known. Tools should be inspected before use to check for any defects such as frayed wires, missing ground plugs, or damaged hand tools. Industrial eye protection is required when using power tools, woodworking machinery, or hand tools which produce flying particles.
Eye protection is required for both workers and visitors to the set.
This Advisory outlines the hazards and proper use of eye protection. Recognize that regular prescription glasses are not safety glasses and may not protect eyes against flying particles. Safety glasses are required to have a small mark etched on the lens itself. The mark may be at the upper edge in the center of each lens or located in the upper outside corner of the lens. Power Tools -Be familiar with the owners manual for the tool.