| Any tool, if used improperly, can be dangerous. Safety is ultimately the responsibility of those using the tool. In like manner, safe operation of polyester processes is the responsibility of those who use such processes and those who operate the equipment. This manual outlines procedures to be followed in conducting polyester operations safely. This system has been specifically designed for use of Polyester Resin ,Gel-Coat ,and Methyl Ethyl Ketone Peroxides (MEKP) applications. Other formulations or blends considered for use in this equipment is strictly prohibited without the expressed consent by GlasCraft Inc. GlasCraft, Inc. cannot eliminate every danger nor foresee every circumstance that might cause an injury during equipment operation. Some risks, such as the high pressure liquid stream that exits the spray tip, are inherent to the nature of the machine operation and are necessary to the process in order to manufacture the end-product. For this reason, ALL personnel involved in polyester operations should read and understand the Safety Manual. It is very important for the safety of employees involved in the operation that equipment operators, maintenance and supervisory personnel understand the requirements for safe operation. Each user should examine his own operation, develop his own safety program and be assured that his equipment operators follow correct procedures. GlasCraft hopes that this manual is helpful to the user and recommends that the precautions in this manual be included in any such program. GlasCraft recommends this Safety Manual remain on your equipment at all times for your personnel safety. In addition to the manual, GlasCraft recommends that the user consult the regulations established under the Occupational Safety & Health Act (OSHA), particularly the following sections: • 1910.94 Pertaining to ventilation. • 1910.106 Pertaining to flammable liquids. • 1910.107 Pertaining to spray finishing operations, |