Safety Regulations
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APS03_013_0404GB
Work with high−pressure water jets produces very high pressure that
acts over a relatively small surface area. This concentration of
energy is the reason why a high−pressure water jet may cause
serious injury.
If a high−pressure water jet makes contact with the skin, it can
penetrate the surface of the skin and damage the tissue underneath.
In addition, the water can inject foreign matter deep into the body
and cause dangerous infections. With injuries caused by
high−pr essure water jets, it is not possible to assess the extent of
damage to the tissue from the outside. Therefore, any injury caused
by a high−pressure water jet is regarded as an acute surgical
emergency and must be treated by a qualified orthopaedic surgeon.
Inform the acting doctor that the accident was caused by a
high−pr essure water jet.
Always secure the machine against rolling away and unauthorised
use when you leave the workplace!
Always secure the machine against unauthorised starting before
leaving the work area. This means:
− Remove the ignition key
The operator must provide personal protective equipment to be used
by the operating personnel.
Provide and use personal protective equipment if necessary or if
required by regulations.
Personal protective equipment includes protective suits for the
high−pr essure area, a protective helmet with visor and ear
defenders, protective goggles, gloves and rubber safety boots.
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2.6
Injuries from
high-pressure water
jets
2.7
Unauthorised use
2.8
Personal protective
equipment
