Standard Operating Procedure Title:_SOP
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1. Standard Operating Procedure Title _SOP 014 Sewing Machine PI Art Erdman Lab Location __Mayo G217 Issue Date 7 9 13 Revision Date 5 1 14 Prepared by __ Marlina Komarek Approved by Rich Oliphant Hazard Identification Physical Danger Exposure Assessment Motions Reciprocating Motion The up and down motion of the sewing machine needle is a source of reciprocating motion The needle could grip loose clothing hair or appendages which could result in severe injury The needle s sharp end could also cause serious harm to body or clothing Actions Punching The punching action of the sewing machine is performed by the reciprocating motion of the needle The quick punching action could cause serious injury if one is too close to the motion taking place The punching action could also produce a small amount of dust depending on the work piece material Control Plan Read and become familiar with machine s operating procedures before operating Always know where the power off switch is located in case of emergency Always wear safety glasses when operating this machine Machine should always be off when not in use Always disconnect the machine from the power source before servicing repairing or making any adjustments Do not wear gloves necktie jewelry or loose clothing as they could get caught in the reciprocating elements of the machine Always keep face and any other appendages a safe distance away from the needle w2. ce The lab first aid kit is located on the wall near the sink A first aid pamphlet from DEHS is located in all of the MDC s first aid kits Appendix KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Computerized Sewing Machine Operation Manual
3. hen in operation Tie up long hair or wear protective hair covering to prevent hair from getting caught in the reciprocating elements of the machine Experimental Procedures Put on all safety equipment and tie back loose hair or clothing before operating Check to make sure all parts of machine are working and functioning properly Set up work piece for sewing make sure sewing path is clearly visible Set up sewing machine with correct needle thread and desired sewing pattern pattern options located on front face of machine o Seep 11 in User Manual in Appendix for full instructions on threading the machine When ready turn on sewing machine o Use foot pedal to control speed of needle in operation Sew work piece along desired path while keeping hands a safe distance away from the needle When finished turn off sewing machine Unplug the machine clean it and put it back in the closet in its appropriate location Clean workspace as needed For other inquiries see the User Manual in Appendix Waste Management Procedures When finished with this machine always clean the area if necessary Paper towels and cleaning solution can be found in G217 11 Place all materials back in the appropriate place Spill and Accident Procedures If an accident occurs report immediately to the lab supervisor G217 05 or other appropriate staff member If no one is around dial 911 on the landline phone near the door of G217 11 to reach the campus poli
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