S A F E T Y O P E R ATI N G P R OC E D U R E S

Oven
DO NOT use this machine unless a teacher has instructed
you in its safe use and operation and has given permission.
Safety glasses must be worn at all times in
work areas.
Sturdy footwear must be worn at all times
in work areas.
Rings and jewellery must not be worn.

Long and loose hair must be contained.

Close fitting/protective clothing must be
worn.
Gloves must be worn when using this
equipment.

Ovens must be located with due regard to the possibility of fire resulting from overheating.

PRE-OPERATIONAL SAFETY CHECKS

1. Familiarise yourself with and check all oven operations and controls.
2. Ovens used for workshop applications must not be used for food preparation.
3. Never heat a sealed container.
4. Never heat any flammable or combustible liquid in the oven. A fire and/or explosion
may result.
5. Ovens must not be used to heat any material that might pose a hazard because of acute
or chronic toxicity unless special precautions have been taken to ensure continuous
venting of the atmosphere inside the oven.
6. Ensure no slip/trip hazards are present in workspaces and walkways.
7. Do not operate the oven if it is damaged or does not operate properly. Immediately
report suspect equipment.
OPERATIONAL SAFETY CHECKS
1. Pre-heat the oven for no less than 5 minutes to be sure the oven compartment has
reached the required temperature.
2. To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity do not overheat the work piece.
3. Be aware of other people in the immediate vicinity when handling hot material.
4. Use thermal gloves or tongs to remove workpiece from the oven.
5. Before cleaning material accumulations switch off and allow the oven to completely
cool.
HOUSEKEEPING
1. Switch off the oven when work completed.
2. Leave the oven and work area in a safe, clean and tidy state.
POTENTIAL HAZARDS

Burns from hot surfaces

Fume

Sources of ignition from hot surfaces and workpiece

This SOP does not necessarily cover all possible hazards associated with the machine and should be used in conjunction with other references
It is designed to be used as an adjunct to teaching Safety Procedures and to act as a reminder to users prior to machine use

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This SOP does not necessarily cover all possible hazards associated with the machine and should be used in conjunction with other references
It is designed to be used as an adjunct to teaching Safety Procedures and to act as a reminder to users prior to machine use

Date of last review

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