Here at Hannabery HVAC, Safety comes first. Our trucks are equipped with goggles, face shields, gloves, ear plugs, knee pads, back supports, first aid kits and fire extinguishers.
This page is dedicated to Safety issues. As we come across any new issues or information, we will add them to this page.
The following are some suggestions regarding personal protective equipment which can be used by other companies, contractors, or anyone attempting to do any type of serious work:
Eye and face protection- Eye protection or face shields should be worn where there are possibilities of injury from flying particles or splashes from liquids. If you wear eyeglasses, the equipment should be worn over them.
Head protection- Hard hats or helmets should be worn when there is the possibility of injury from falling objects.
Foot protection- Safety shoes should be worn if there are hazards from falling objects or when handling heavy crates or equipment.
Gloves, leggings, aprons- These should be worn when welding. Gloves and arm protectors should be used to prevent lacerations while handling sheet metal.
Clothing- Appropriate clothing should be worn to protect from heat or cold. Boots with good traction should be used if wading through pools of mud or water.
Ear protection- It may be necessary to wear ear plugs or muffs when noise levels surpass 90 decibels.
Respiratory protection- Adequate respirators should be used whenever the air is contaminated with excessive concentrations of dust, fumes, mist, gases or vapors.
Source: RSES Service Application Manual 630-78.
Always have a first-aid kit handy in case of an accident!
TIPS FOR SAFE TOOL USE:
1 - Use the proper tool for every job; never use a wrench as a hammer or a screwdriver for prying.
2 - Use the correct size and type of tool for each job - a wrench with sprung jaws can slip and cause injury.
3 - Don't use impact tools, such as drift pins, wedges and chisels, if they have mushroomed heads.
4 - Don't use tools with cracked, broken or loose handles.
REMEMBER -
Worn and damaged tools are dangerous. Turn them in for repair or replacement.
Work Smart - Work Safe.
Source: Mechanical Contractors of America "Safety Manual for the Mechanical Trades."
TAKE PRECAUTIONS WHEN USING FUEL:
Never transport a plastic gas can in the back of any truck with a plastic liner. This can cause static electricity from the movement of the can on the liner.
Store and transport fuel only in approved containers.
Shut off the engine and extinguish all open flames before refueling.
When operating equipment in closed areas, be sure there is proper ventilation.
