Tuesday 4 February 2014

Safety Tips To Remember When Working With A Submersible Pump

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By Halisse Enmma


When it comes to operating equipment, an operator should pay attention to two things. The technical know-how in operating the equipment and knowledge of safety precautions while doing so. Considering this, if you are going to use a submersible pump, you need not only focus on the technical aspect of its operation.

But you also need to know the safety precautions to adhere to when using it. The following contains a few of the essential tips to keep yourself safe during the operation. As with using any equipment, you need to carefully read the instruction manual that comes with it. While you may argue that you have used the same type of pump before, you cannot assume that you can operate it well without using the manual as different makers of the equipment might be using different manufacturing protocols. Doing as recommended can help avoid any unfavorable incident that might cause damage to property as well as harm to humans. If the pump is being rented, you should request the rental staff to give you the necessary training and demonstration on the correct and safe use of the pump.

Aside from this, you have to see to it that the pump is disconnected from the power source while you install or service it. Also, you should not forget to be extra cautious during installation as there is the possibility of getting burn injuries if the pump surface as well as the surrounding liquid is hot. Should you be conducting inspection, ensure that the pump is placed in a place and position that won't cause it to roll over or fall to prevent injury or damage.

This holds true for other types of centrifugal pump as well. Workers using submersible pump should be made aware too that they are working with potentially hazardous liquids, thus they should be more careful. In that, thorough cleaning of the pump is required to minimize its risk of causing infection. But in addition, you have to use protective goggles and rubber gloves. These should shield your eyes and hands from direct contact with the hazards. You should also be aware that handling power cord of this tool could mean a potential exposure to lead, which is a harmful chemical, so ensure that you wash your hands thoroughly afterwards.

If in case, there would be accidents like having your eyes splashed with chemicals, immediately run water through it until the chemical has been washed off. After this, you need to go to a doctor. It is also good advice to take out your clothes after work and that you clean your skin with soap and water.

These are basic safety tips that you need to remember while you work with the equipment. Again, if you are renting the pump from Hertz Equip or any other rental provider, for that matter, it is a must that you get training and demonstration from its staff. Any operator has to be educated well on the use of any tool so as to ensure the completion of the project while making sure there are no casualties.




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