Safety

[chris vickery]

I am so sorry to hear of Bob Mosley's accident in the shop. This has inspired me to start a thread about safety while working in a shop.
We are all our own worst enemy sometimes thinking no, "it can't happen to me".
Ask yourself, "how many times have I just about xxxxxx myself"?
I work in the electrical utility field, many times around high voltage >500,000v, up to 4000a environment. While working in these environments, we are trained to the upmost standards for our own good.
In the electrical field there are no second chances.
Outside of work though, sometimes safety becomes an after thought.
I know myself, I have lit coveralls up while welding, spattered paint stripper in my eyes, obtained numerous cuts and abrasions, wrecked my back lifting things that were too heavy etc.
Remember guys, we only have one life, one set of eyes, two arms, two legs etc. End your days with all of your parts that you started off with- thats what I tell my crew.
Always use your safety PPE (personal protective equipment). While working in the shop the basics should include at least safety glasses, gloves, hard toed boots and fire resistant clothing. Add hearing and respiratory protection as needed. Keep your workspace clean. Ask for help. Take a break when you are fatigued. Dispose of garbage and flammables in accordance with proper techniques on a regular basis. The list goes on.
Its a hobby fellas, enjoy it and work safely.