Pressure Washer Safety Checklist

This instruction should be read in conjunction with the risk assessment procedure for a pressure washer.

Pressure washer safety checklist.

Manufacturer s symbol serial number working and test pressure and certified rating which will provide a safety factor of 3 to 1 against burst will be. Even if the soap is rated for pressure washer use make sure it s the right soap for the job the soaps aren t interchangeable. If you don t have a pressure gauge consider adding one especially if the unit seems to be running higher or lower than normal. If using a steam pressure washer avoid contact with non insulated areas to prevent risk of serious burns.

General purpose degreasers heavy duty cleaning liquids bleach and acids can destroy the pump. Remove any object that is in the way of caring. Don t operate a gas powered pressure washer in an enclosed space. Pressure washers are used throughout the industrial sector to clean heavy machinery quickly.

Never allow children to operate a pressure washer. Equipment operating procedure inspection procedure and maintenance procedure a discussion on the hazards associated with pressure washers. Never aim the wand at anyone wear protective equipment. Be aware of your surroundings select the right nozzle electric shock rotect your equipment.

If the pressure washer is to be operated in a dangerous or hostile environment the user client is responsible for conducting an appropriate risk analysis and applying suitable controls to mitigate those additional risks. Hands on demonstration of the equipment. Avoid ladders and working at high heights. If steaming indoors or in the cold air ensure there is adequate ventilation to sustain visibility.

If you are hurt by a pressure washer. Take care of any wounds. 8 safety tips checklist for users of pressure washers. Delete where not applicable.

Check your system pressure and unloader operation. Keep children at a safe distance when an adult is using a pressure washer. This chapter is a revision of a chapter in the 2002 power washer s guidebook a power washer s safety checklist which was written by judith e. Call 911 if emergency help is needed.

Chappell ceo chappell supply and equipment oklahoma city ok published july 2015. If so indicate on health safety plan yes no confined spaces involved if so and if there is a risk of more than 10 lel take extra precautions yes no end of work work permit returned yes. High pressure water cleaning equipment must be designed and maintained to achieve a minimum safety factor of three to one 3 1 against maximum allowable working pressure. Checklist high pressure cleaning operations the pump operator completes this checklist at the start of the work.

An integral part of the work process. Before treating the wound wash your hands with soap and clean water. A review of the pressure washer safety topic and the operating manual supplied with the pressure washer equipment which shall include.