DESIGN AND TECHNOLOGY AREAS AND ACTIVITIES – Heat Treatment Activities
(CL24)
HEALTH AND SAFETY CHECKLIST FOR PROPERTY MANAGERS
This checklist is developed to assist Managers in their duty to manage Heat Treatment Acitivities, Health and Safety within their
areas of control. Managers should use this checklist as intended to identify gaps and build an action plan for continual
improvement.
Name of School:
Address of School:
Person(s)/Group at Risk: Staff, Pupils, Contractors, Visitors and Hirers
Type of Assessment: Initial Assessment/Review/Following Incident*
Date of Assessment:
Assessor:
Task
burns / explosions /
penetrating eye injuries /
eye injuries from UV and
infrared / asphyxiation by
CO2 or metal fume /
electric shock
Guidance
Compliance
Yes
No
N/A
Action by Manager
(If No, include actions. Yes, provide
comments of how; N/A, provide comments of
why not)
Machinery maintained in safe condition by regular
maintenance/inspection of equipment. …[state local
arrangements]… Reference is made to CLEAPSS guide
L254
All gas appliances will be inspected annually by a Gas
Safe registered engineer and records maintained
Pupils are only allowed to operate equipment under
supervision of qualified staff
Staff have completed training in accordance with the
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DESIGN AND TECHNOLOGY AREAS AND ACTIVITIES – Heat Treatment Activities
(CL24)
HEALTH AND SAFETY CHECKLIST FOR PROPERTY MANAGERS
This checklist is developed to assist Managers in their duty to manage Heat Treatment Acitivities, Health and Safety within their
areas of control. Managers should use this checklist as intended to identify gaps and build an action plan for continual
improvement.
FORGING &
BRAZING
Design and Technology Association training standard
…[state relevant modules attended]…
Only one pupil is allowed to operate the equipment at any
one time
Staff check the work and the setting of equipment before
student use
Substantial foot wear will be worn when undertaking
heat treatments activities. Specific additional PPE will
be provided and PPE requirement identified by signs
Loose clothing is secured and long hair tied back
Floor surfaces kept clean and obstacle free. Floor
markings around machinery to identify hazard area
Hot metal handled only with suitable tools which are
quenched and stored safely after us
Students warned of the dangers of ‘black heat’.
Warning signs used when metal is left to cool
Local Exhaust Ventilation (LEV) systems checked formally
every 14 months by a competent contractor
The equipment is provided with a power isolator either
on or adjacent to the equipment, a gas shut off device
and non return valves on both the gas and air lines It is
controlled by a starter incorporating overload protection
and no-volt release
LEV system is provided and maintained
Warning signs displayed after forge has been used
when metal and/or ceramic chips are left to cool
For brazing, the hearth contains only ceramic chips
and/or firebrick blocks …[state which]… designed to be
heated
Ceramic chips are handled with appropriate tools if
being moved as they remain very hot for some time
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DESIGN AND TECHNOLOGY AREAS AND ACTIVITIES – Heat Treatment Activities
(CL24)
HEALTH AND SAFETY CHECKLIST FOR PROPERTY MANAGERS
This checklist is developed to assist Managers in their duty to manage Heat Treatment Acitivities, Health and Safety within their
areas of control. Managers should use this checklist as intended to identify gaps and build an action plan for continual
improvement.
CRUCIBLE AND TILT
FURNACES
after heat has been applied. Care is taken to ensure
that the chips are free from foreign bodies such as
stones
For forge work, the anvil is on a stable base at an
appropriate height for the user
Anvils and quenching tanks are situated as close as
possible to the hearth. Tools stored on storage rack
Fire resistant aprons, gloves, substantial footwear and
a face shield conforming to BSEN166 9B will be used
Equipment of the forced draught type is provided with a
power isolator adjacent to the equipment, a gas shut off
device and a non return-valve on the gas line. It is
controlled by a starter incorporating overload protection
and no-volt release
Casting work is limited to aluminium, zinc based alloys
lead free pewter …[state what]…
LEV system is provided and maintained
Casting is carried out in an area remote from a water
supply – including sprinkler heads
Only oil bonded casting sands used
The crucible and any other tool or steel/ingot mould
coming into contact with molten metal is pre-heated
before use to avoid thermal shock and to remove
moisture
Aluminium alloys are never melted in a plain iron pot
All tools which come into contact with the melt will be
wire brushed and coated in a limestone refractory wash
and thoroughly dried
Moulding boxes are made of light alloy or steel and
light-weight boxes are adequately weighted before
pouring
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DESIGN AND TECHNOLOGY AREAS AND ACTIVITIES – Heat Treatment Activities
(CL24)
HEALTH AND SAFETY CHECKLIST FOR PROPERTY MANAGERS
This checklist is developed to assist Managers in their duty to manage Heat Treatment Acitivities, Health and Safety within their
areas of control. Managers should use this checklist as intended to identify gaps and build an action plan for continual
improvement.
WELDING
Metal-arc welding
All persons not taking part in the pouring operation are
kept at a safe distance
Fire resistant aprons, heat resistant gloves, protective
footwear and a face shield conforming to BSEN166 9B
will be used by all persons undertaking casting work or
observing within the vicinity
A good standard of general ventilation is ensured
Welding areas are separated from other areas by …[state
local arrangement, curtains, portable or fixed screens]…
Walls within the welding area are painted black
Warning notices are prominently displayed to prevent
unprotected persons from entering the area whilst welding
operations are undertaken
Area kept free from combustible materials and waste. Fire
extinguisher …[state type]… and fire blanket readily
available. Welding equipment and welded materials will be
stored away from combustibles until cool.
Welding not undertaken on concrete or other nonrefractory base
No welding to be undertaken within 30 minutes of working
day’s end
Users of welding equipment, and other observers in
segregated welding area, will be provided with resistant
aprons, heat resistant gloves, substantial footwear and eye
protection. Eye protection to BSEN166 B will also be worn
when chipping or cleaning welds
No tanks containing potentially explosives vapours will be
welded
The equipment is provided with a power isolator adjacent
to the equipment. Only welding systems with an open
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DESIGN AND TECHNOLOGY AREAS AND ACTIVITIES – Heat Treatment Activities
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HEALTH AND SAFETY CHECKLIST FOR PROPERTY MANAGERS
This checklist is developed to assist Managers in their duty to manage Heat Treatment Acitivities, Health and Safety within their
areas of control. Managers should use this checklist as intended to identify gaps and build an action plan for continual
improvement.
Oxy-acetylene
circuit voltage of not more than 50 volts AC or 120 volts
DC will be used
Welding equipment has reinforced insulation (two circles
within a shield symbol) OR the work piece is earthed
…[state which and delete as appropriate]…
All jewellery is removed, including metal watch straps
Face shield, incorporating an eye protection filter
conforming with BSEN169 …[or the older standard BS679
- state which]…, will be worn. The correct grade of filter is
used for the type of work carried out. Substantial footwear,
a leather apron and gauntlets are worn
The electrode cable is inspected before use to ensure it is
in good condition. Care is taken not to place the hand set
on to the earthed table or near other earthed equipment.
An insulated container/hook is used …[state precise local
arrangement]… The equipment is turned off if it is left
unattended
Smallest practicable cylinders used
Gas cylinders ready for use are kept in the workshop and
should be held securely, with the valves uppermost, next to
a wall / bench / in a cylinder trolley…[amend and delete as
appropriate]…
Spare cylinders, whether full or empty, are kept in a
secure, well-ventilated external store …[state where or
delete if not applicable]…
The equipment is kept in a clearly defined designated area
away from sources of heat and combustible materials.
Suitable notices indicating the presence of flammable
gases under pressure are displayed …[state where]…. The
location of cylinders is brought to the attention of the Fire
Service during routine inspections. A schematic of any
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DESIGN AND TECHNOLOGY AREAS AND ACTIVITIES – Heat Treatment Activities
(CL24)
HEALTH AND SAFETY CHECKLIST FOR PROPERTY MANAGERS
This checklist is developed to assist Managers in their duty to manage Heat Treatment Acitivities, Health and Safety within their
areas of control. Managers should use this checklist as intended to identify gaps and build an action plan for continual
improvement.
HANDLING AND
STORAGE OF
CYLINDERS
fixed installation pipework is kept
Before using the equipment, hose connections etc. are
inspected for damage and leaks. Regulators purged after
use.
Appropriate regulators, hoses, and torches are used. Nonreturn valves and flashback arrestors are fitted. All welding
equipment is kept free from oil and grease
All connections, regulators, valves and hoses should be
checked for leaks regularly …[state local arrangement and
frequency]… Proprietary leak detecting fluids used.
Equipment is inspected annually by supplying contractor
…[state who]… and is replaced every 5 years
Substantial footwear, a leather apron and gauntlets are
worn.
Goggles, incorporating an eye protection filter conforming
with BSEN169 …[or the older standard BS679 - state
which]…, will be worn. The correct grade of filter is used
for the type of work carried out. Substantial footwear, a
leather apron and gauntlets are worn.
Gas cylinders ready for use are kept in the workshop and
should be held securely, with the valves uppermost, next to
a wall / bench / in a cylinder trolley…[amend and delete as
appropriate]…
…[Delete as appropriate for tools/equipment
not in place. Similarly, add the control
measures for any additional tools/equipment
not accounted for above. Reference should
be made to the relevant CLEAPSS risk
assessment and BS4163]…
Spare cylinders, whether full or empty, are kept in a
secure, well-ventilated external store away from drains or
basements …[state where or delete if not applicable]…
Care is taken to avoid striking or dropping
cylinders/valves. Cylinders are never rolled
Valves are operated without haste and never fully opened
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DESIGN AND TECHNOLOGY AREAS AND ACTIVITIES – Heat Treatment Activities
(CL24)
HEALTH AND SAFETY CHECKLIST FOR PROPERTY MANAGERS
This checklist is developed to assist Managers in their duty to manage Heat Treatment Acitivities, Health and Safety within their
areas of control. Managers should use this checklist as intended to identify gaps and build an action plan for continual
improvement.
against the back stop (so that other users know the valve
is open). Valves are never wrenched shut
Immediately a cylinder becomes empty, its valve will be
closed. When changing cylinders, all valves and appliance
taps are closed and naked flames before disconnecting
them
When reconnecting, all connections and washers are
clean and in good condition and not over-tightened. A gas
leak test is carried out each time a cylinder is changed
using a proprietary leak test solution. If a leak is
suspected all flames are extinguished and the cylinder
valve turned off
Damaged or leaking cylinders are labelled and taken
outside to a safe place, away from drains or basements
and any source of ignition. The supplier will be notified
immediately and the area kept clear until the cylinders are
removed. The workroom will be ventilated before re-use
Equipment is inspected annually by supplying contractor
…[state who]… and is replaced every 5 years
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