SHEM-08.07 Tools Handling PDF
SHEM-08.07 Tools Handling PDF
SHEM-08.07 Tools Handling PDF
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SHEM-08.07
Tools Handling
Signature Date
This document is published by Industrial Security & Environment, Saudi Basic Industries Corporation (SABIC), PO Box 5101,
Riyadh 11422, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The information contained in this document is the confidential property of SABIC. It
cannot be disclosed, copied or used for any purpose without prior approval from SABIC. If you are not authorized to possess this
document, please destroy it immediately.
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CONTENTS
2.0 SCOPE 3
3.0
1.0 GLOSSARY, FORMULAE & DEFINITIONS 3
4.0
2.0 REQUIREMENTS 3
- MACHINE GUARDING 12
- ABRASIVE BLASTING 18
5.0 REFERENCES 19
6.0 ATTACHMENTS 19
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1.0 PURPOSE
The purpose of this Sub-element is to define minimum requirements for use of hand and
portable power tools; working safely on or near conveyors and rotating machinery; high
pressure water jetting (HPWJ); and abrasive blasting operations.
2.0 SCOPE
This Sub-element applies to hand and portable powered / non-powered tools, conveyors and
rotating machinery, high pressure water jetting (HPWJ) and abrasive blasting operations
within the facilities of SABIC Divisions, Affiliates and Subsidiaries implementing SHEM
Standard.
Please click here to access the SHEM Glossary, Formulae & Definitions on the SABIC EHSS
Portal.
4.0 REQUIREMENTS
4.1 Each SABIC Division, Affiliate and Subsidiary shall develop and implement a
management system that accomplishes the requirements of this Sub-element in
accordance with SHEM-00.03: Management System Development & Improvement.
Any change to the management system shall follow the SABIC Division / Affiliate /
Subsidiary’s Document Change Procedure.
SABIC Industrial Security & Environment (IS&E) shall be consulted for any
clarification to this Sub-element in accordance with SHEM-00.05: SHEMS
Clarifications, Variance & Exemption.
4.2 Position(s) shall be assigned by the SABIC Divisions, Affiliates and Subsidiaries
management with the responsibility to ensure compliance of this Sub-element in
accordance with SHEM-00.01: Management Commitment, Accountability and
Responsibilities.
4.3 Roles and responsibilities of all other positions/functions that are responsible to
support implementation of this Sub-element shall be clearly identified, documented
and communicated.
4.4.1 Correct tool shall be selected for the job intended. Faulty tools shall not
be used.
4.4.3 Tools, if small and light in weight, may be carried on a tool belt
provided they do not hamper easy movement. Heavier or more
cumbersome tools shall be placed in a bag or toolbox and hauled up by
hand line.
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4.4.5 Electrical power tools operated within confined space should have
individual ground fault circuit interrupters.
4.4.10 Chisels, screwdrivers and pointed tools should not be carried in pockets.
It should be carried in a toolbox or in the hand with points and cutting
edges away from the body.
4.4.11 Tools shall not be passed from one to another person by throwing.
4.4.13 Appropriate hearing protection shall be worn for work around tools that
produce noise levels at or above 85 dBA.
4.4.14 Hammers, axes, shovels, or similar tools with loose, split, or splintered
handles should not be used.
4.4.16 Appropriate and approved tools necessary to perform the job activities
shall be provided to the personnel.
4.4.17 Power supply to electrical tools should be disconnected when not in use.
4.4.19 Tools should be inspected for defects periodically, prior to issue, and
upon return of the tool. The following is a partial list of defects to look
for:
4.4.21 The use of tool or equipment that has been declared unsafe by the
attachment of the tag, shall not be permitted.
4.4.23 Hammers
4.4.23.3 Hammers shall have a smooth oil free handle, shaped to fit
the hand and of the specified size and length.
4.4.24.1 Screw drivers shall be so chosen that the blade thickness fits
the slot.
4.4.25.3 Cutters shall not be used near live energized circuits and
should only be used for the rated capacity specified by the
manufacturer.
4.4.26 Wrenches
4.4.26.4 Wrenches shall be pulled with the jaws facing the user, and
not pushed.
4.4.26.5 Pipe wrenches, both straight and chain tong, shall have sharp
jaws, and be kept clean.
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4.4.27 Knives
4.4.28 Files
4.4.29 Chisels
4.4.29.1 For the selection of Chisels, the material to be cut, the size
and shape of the material and the depth of the cut should be
considered.
4.4.29.3 Chisels should be large enough for the job so that the blade
is used rather than the point or corner.
4.4.29.4 For regular use, a sponge rubber pad, forced down over the
chisel should be used to provide a protective cushion for the
hand.
4.4.29.6 Bulk chisels held by one man and struck by another shall
require the use of tongs or a chisel holder to guide the chisel
so that the workman is not injured.
4.4.29.8 Chisels should be sharp enough for the job. Grind in easy
stages with no attempt to take off much metal at one time.
While grinding keep the tool as cool as possible with water or
other cooling medium.
4.4.30.2 Hack Saws blades shall be installed with the teeth pointing
forward. The blade chosen should be dependent on the type
of material being cut. (See Table below):
BLADE SELECTION
4.4.31.2 Electric Drills bits shall be carefully chosen for the work to
be done.
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4.4.31.3 Where the operator must guide the drill with his hand, the
drill shall be equipped with a sleeve that fits over the drill
bit. The sleeve protects the operator’s hands and also
serves as a limit stop if the drill should plunge through the
material.
4.4.31.4 Over sized bits shall not be ground down to fit small electric
drills, instead an adaptor shall be used that will fit the large
bit and provide extra power through a speed reduction gear.
4.4.31.5 When large, powerful drills are used, small pieces of work
shall be clamped or anchored to prevent whipping.
4.4.31.7 Electric drills shall not be unattended with the power on and
the power source shall be disconnected prior to any
authorized repairs.
4.4.31.9 The electric drill with damaged cords shall not be used.
4.4.31.10 Proper type of electrical plug shall be installed for the drill’s
voltage requirements.
4.4.31.11 The key for installing the Electric drill bits shall be removed
prior to operating the drill
4.4.31.12 The electric drill shall be unplugged before changing the bit.
4.4.32.6 The wheel shall be kept away from water and oil which
might affect its balance.
4.4.32.7 Care shall be taken not to strike the sides of a wheel against
objects, or to drop the wheel.
4.4.32.8 The speed and weight, particularly with a larger one, make
it more difficult to handle than some other power tools.
Since part of the wheel is exposed, it is important that
personnel take much more care to hold and use the tool so
that the wheel does not touch the clothes or the body.
4.4.33.6 The Soldering iron shall not be used as a screw driver or pry.
4.4.34.5 The airline to the tool shall not be charged without enough
men to handle the tool.
4.4.35 Training shall be conducted on the safe use of tools for the concerned
personnel.
4.4.36 Personnel assigned to inspect, test, or repair hand or power tools shall
receive specialized training, authorization and/or certification as being
qualified to complete the work safely.
4.4.37 Personnel using explosive actuated tools shall be trained and certified
for the brand or type of device they will be using.
4.4.38 Personnel using and handling abrasive wheels and discs shall be trained
in identifying the types, handling, testing and mounting of these items.
Training should cover:
4.5.1 Appropriate guards within one meter shall be installed on the conveyors
and machines that have moving part. The guard shall be provided in a
space from the floor or platform to a height of 2.1 meters.
4.5.5.3 Keep the guard closed until the dangerous part is at rest, or
stop the machine when the guard is opened.
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4.5.6 Guards shall be affixed to the machine where possible and secured
elsewhere when attachment to the machine is not possible.
4.5.9 When access is required for maintenance, repair, etc., the equipment
shall be switched off and, where applicable, isolated from its power
source, locked-out/tagged-out, etc., prior to removal of the guards.
4.5.10 All drive belts, chain and sprocket drives, vee belts, shafts, guillotine
cutters, shears, power press, milling machines, power saws, jointers,
power tools, flywheels, cooling fans and any other rotating equipment
shall be guarded to prevent a person from making accidental contact
with the moving parts.
4.5.11 All guards shall be re-installed prior to the machine being re-energized.
4.5.12 Rings on fingers, bracelets or gloves shall not be worn when operating
lathes, drill, presses or machinery with rotating shafts.
4.5.13 Personnel with long – shoulder length hair shall wear a suitable cap or
hair net when operating lathes, drill, conveyors, presses or machinery
with rotating shafts.
4.5.14 Loose clothing and scarf shall not be worn while operating or working
near conveyors and rotary machine that are in operation.
4.5.15 Unless they are of such a size and weight as to render it unnecessary,
all work pieces shall be secured by a vise or clamp before drilling,
grinding, etc.
4.5.16 Risk assessment shall be carried out for all powered rotating equipment
to assess the need to provide an emergency stop mechanism. If
recommended by the risk assessment study then actuating button, bar
or lever shall be installed that they are easily accessible from the
normal work position. In certain conditions, dual activation by hand or
foot may be recommended.
4.5.17.1 All chucks and stocks shall be guarded when the lathe is in
motion.
4.5.17.8 Lathes used for turning long pieces of wood held only
between the two centers shall have long curved guards
extending over the tops of the lathes in order to prevent the
work pieces from being thrown out if they become loose.
4.5.18.1 Hoods that enclose the portion of saw above the table and
above the material being cut shall be provided for Circular
saws. The hood shall be protecting the operator from flying
chips and broken saw teeth. The hood shall be designed so
that it automatically adjusts itself to the thickness of the
material being cut and remains in contact with the
materials.
4.5.18.3 All portions of a band saw blade shall be guarded except the
working portion of the blade between the bottom of the
guide rolls and the table. Guards shall be required to
prevent the operator’s hands from contacting in-running
rolls at any point.
4.5.18.4 Jointers, shapers, and milling machines that are hand fed
shall have guards that prevent the operator’s hands from
coming in contact with the rotating heads or in-running feed
rolls and cover the unused portion of the head.
4.5.20.2 Abrasive wheel safety guards shall cover spindle end nut
and flange projections except:
4.5.21.1 All portable power driven circular saws with blade diameter
of greater than 5.08 cm. shall have guards above and below
the base plate. Guards shall cover the blade to the depth of
the teeth. The lower guard shall remain in contact with the
work and when the saw is withdrawn from the work return
automatically and instantly to covering position.
4.5.22.2 Conveyors 2.1 meters or more above the floor that pass
over work areas, aisles, or thoroughfares shall have guards
to protect personnel from falling materials.
4.6.1 Only trained personnel shall be allowed to operate the HPWJ machine.
4.6.2 Appropriate Work permit shall be obtained for carrying out High
Pressure Water Jetting.
4.6.3 The High Pressure Water Jetting work shall be done on buddy system,
i.e., operator and helper to assist at all times.
4.6.4.4 Face shield for operating crew and workers within <6
meters radius.
4.6.5 The machine and working area shall be properly cordoned off /
barricaded and personnel not involved in the work shall not be allowed
to enter the area.
4.6.7 High pressure hose shall not have kinks, cuts or chipping on outer
rubber. Hose shall have pressure rating engraved on its couplings. High
pressure hoses shall be pressure tested, once every year by a
competent authority. Records of all such test shall be kept.
4.6.8 Rubber hose and particularly its fittings shall be visually checked for any
damage, before every use.
4.6.10 Lance shall not have any dents, nicks or twists and shall be inspected
visually before each use.
4.6.12 All Safety (hand and foot operated) and other actuators and Safety
valves on high-pressure side shall be tested, once every year or after
each pop-up or repair, by a competent authority. Records of all such
test shall be kept.
4.6.16 When HPWJ cleaning of heat exchanger tubes, a colored tape marker
should be fixed on the HP hose 1 meter from the nozzle tip, in order to
alert the operator to release pressure before completely withdrawing the
hose from the tube on return path.
4.7.1 Selection of the Abrasive material shall be done as per the applicable
local standards / regulations requirements. In the absence of any local
standards / regulations, the Royal Commission Environmental
Regulations, guidelines on Air Pollution source standard Table 2B, shall
be followed. The guideline requires that <5 % Silica shall be in
abrasives used for out door blasting.
4.7.2 MSDS shall be obtained for the abrasive material and all precautions
given in the MSDS shall be complied with.
4.7.3 The abrasive blast operator shall be equipped with a special purpose,
supplied-air hood, with strong apron, and leather gauntlet gloves.
Heavy quality overalls are recommended for body covering.
4.7.4 Dust filter masks shall not be used where silica sand is used as abrasive
blasting material or where toxic material is blasted.
4.7.5 Blast cleaning enclosures shall be exhaust ventilated in such a way that
a continuous inward flow of air is maintained.
4.7.6 Where abrasive blasting is done in the open, such as on plant steel
work, the work area and all it’s approaches shall be cordoned off to
prevent personnel without protective equipment from coming into range
of flying abrasive particles and clouds of dust.
4.7.7 Warning signs shall be posted near the area where abrasive blasting is
in progress.
4.7.8 Other personnel working near (or attending) the abrasive blaster shall
wear approved respirators and goggles offering a tight seal around the
face.
4.7.10 Blasters in full protective equipment are greatly hampered on the job.
To protect against falls in cleaning steel work at high level, Blasters
must be provided with safe and sound platforms, trestles, and scaffolds
with toe boards and guards rails, from which to work. Safety harness
should be used, and, if men are working over water, the wearing of life
jackets is mandatory.
4.7.12 During the actual job of abrasive blasting, the operator shall have
complete control of the hose nozzle, which shall be fitted with a self -
closing valve (deadman valve). In this way the blaster has complete
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4.7.13 Abrasive blasting may develop severe sparking at the nozzle through
static electricity. Accordingly, the nozzles of all grit blasting guns shall
be grounded to prevent the possible ignition of any flammable vapors
that may be present.
4.7.14 Grounding shall be done through a conductor attached to the nozzle tip,
to the ground and to the work being blasted.
4.7.15 Appropriate work Permit shall be obtained to carry out the abrasive
blasting activities.
4.8 Verification
The position(s) that are assigned the responsibility to ensure compliance to this
Sub-element shall conduct Self-Assessment in accordance with SHEM-00.06:
Compliance Audit & Evaluation.
5.0 REFERENCES
6.0 ATTACHMENTS
None.