WARNING SUMMARY

TB 43-0213

WARNING SUMMARY

The following is a list of some of the WARNINGS that appear in this Technical Bulletin, as well as general safety

precautions that are not related to any specific procedure and do not appear elsewhere in this publication.

Rustproofing technicians must become familiar with all warnings and general safety precautions. Severe injury,

health hazards, and death can be avoided by technicians who know and understand these warnings.

High pressure spray can cause serious injury or death. Never put hands, or any other part of the body, in

front of the rustproofing spray tool. Severe infection, blood poisoning, and gangrene requiring amputation

of a limb can result from skin penetration of the rustproofing material under high pressure. Summon a

physician immediately! Inform the physician that the material injected into the skin is a petroleum

compound containing aliphatic petroleum naptha with an effect similar to kerosene.

Injection injuries can occur as a result of pinhole leaks, splits, or rupture in the hosing due to wear, damage,

or misuse. Never use a damaged hose. Never attempt to contain sudden hose leaks with hands. Instead,

stand clear of ruptures and shut down the pump. Always check hosing and couplings before use. If

couplings disconnect during operation, never attempt to recouple with the pump still running. Never mend

damaged hose with tape or any other device. Repaired hoses cannot effectively contain high pressure fluids

and are extremely dangerous.

Whenever the rustproofing procedure requires the use of a hoist, ensure that the hoist has the capacity to

lift and secure the vehicle. Hoist used must be equipped with a safety bar or safety locking device.

Operation of the safety bar or locking device should be checked daily.

Open air compressors should have drive belts enclosed with a wire mesh screen. Air compressors used must

be equipped with a safety valve in good working order,

Silica exposure hazards exist whenever sand particles are injected into the air. Wet sandblasting lessens

health risks, but care must be taken to ensure that applicators use the recommended protective equipment.

Silica exposure due to failure to wear protective equipment can result in silicosis, a lung disease similar to

emphysema.

Drilling metals can be extremely dangerous. Wear proper eye protection and keep hands away from cutting

tool, Sharp fragments may remain around the drilling area. Use extreme caution when touching these

areas.

DO NOT smoke in the work area. Airborne rustproofing material is flammable. Fire extinguishers must be

readily available. Personnel must be familiar with the use of fire extinguishers. Fire extinguishers should be

inspected on a regular basis and recharged as soon as possible after use.

"No Smoking" signs must be prominently displayed in the rustproofing area. Phone numbers for the nearest

fire department and ambulance service should be displayed near each phone.

Rustproofing compound should never be stored in an area where the temperature is above 100 degrees F

(38 degrees C). Dispose of empty drums immediately. Solvents must be stored in approved containers

(metal cans with automatic safety lids). Excessive amounts of solvents should never be ordered and stored

in the facility,

Personnel must be aware of rustproofing materials and various solvent hazards before using such materials.

Work areas must be kept clean to prevent accidents. All used rags should be stored in approved safety cans.

Debris should not be allowed to accumulate on the work area floor as it will present tripping and fire

hazards,

Goggles or safety glasses and a protective mask should be worn during all phases of the rustproofing

procedure, When processing the underside of the vehicle, use of goggles and a safety mask is essential to

safety of personnel. Shoes with non-skid soles, an apron glove, and a long-sleeved shirt should also be worn.