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Compressed Air Safety Program Purpose The purpose of this safety policy and procedure is to establish procedures for the protection of [COMPANY] employees working with or on compressed air equipment. Background Responsibilities Management Ensure adequate funds are available for the purchase and repair of air compressor storage tanks. Identifying and list employees affected by this safety policy and procedure Provide training for affected employees Ensure proper use and maintenance of air compressor storage tanks and equipment. Supervisors Ensure that only those employees who have been trained to work with air compressor storage tanks are allowed to operate such equipment Ensure that equipment needed is available and is in good working condition Ensure damaged equipment is removed from service until repaired and tested Ensure that air compressor storage tanks are inspected every six
months Employees Inspect air compressor storage tanks prior to use and note any damage or defects Inspect all hoses and equipment before connecting to any compressed air system Immediately report any damages or defects to their supervisors Empty manual drains and taps on a regularly scheduled basis Safety Manager Provide prompt assistance to managers, supervisors, or others on any matter concerning this safety policy and procedure. Assist in developing required training Coordinate with Purchasing to ensure that all newly purchased air compressor storage tanks comply with current safety regulations Provide consultative service and audit assistance to ensure effective implementation of this safety policy and procedure.
Definitions Air Compressor Storage Tank - Pressurized vessel that stores air generated from an air compressor Drain Valve - A valve that is installed at the lowest point of an air compressor storage tank to provide for the removal of accumulated oil and water Trap - A device which uses venting head pressure to purge the tank from condensed water Training All affected employees will be trained in: The purpose of air compressor storage tanks The basic operation of air compressor storage tanks Maintenance requirements of drains and traps Reading gauges and operating valves Identifying damage and defects in the storage tanks, hoses or air driven equipment This training must be performed upon initial employment and/or job reassignment. Periodic refresher training shall also be conducted at the discretion of the supervisor or Safety Department. Equipment Drain valves are installed at the lowest point of an air compressor storage tank to provide for the removal of accumulated oil and water. Drain valves must be opened once a week to purge water build-up unless they are automatically operated traps. Drain Traps are devices, installed on the lowest point of a storage tank, which use venting head pressure to automatically purge the tank from condensed water. Gauges and Valves - All air compressor storage tanks must be equipped with a least one safety valve and pressure gauge. Gauges and safety valves will be tested at least every six months to ensure proper operation. No valve of any type
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