K-25283 Safety Recommendations

DUPONT™ CORIAN® SOLID SURFACE
FABRICATION/INSTALLATION FUNDAMENTALS
NA/ENGLISH
SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS
INTRODUCTION • Wear ear/noise protection. Noise levels from equipment

This fabrication bulletin addresses basic safety rules for often exceed permissible levels.
working with DuPont™ Corian® solid surface and accessories. • Wear proper apparel. Don’t wear loose clothing, neckties,
ring bracelets or other jewelry to that can get caught in moving
OVERVIEW parts. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.
The safety culture within DuPont goes back to the • Wear a face or dust mask if cutting or finishing operations
foundation of the company in 1802 when DuPont are dusty.
manufactured gunpowder. DuPont continually strives to be
a leader in the creation of safe work environments. C. PRE START-UP REVIEWS
• Read the instruction manual for each tool or piece of
Many different tools are used to manufacture, fabricate and equipment before operating. Learn the application and
install DuPont™ Corian® solid surface. We recommend that limitations as well as the any specific hazards associated with
you, as a Corian® solid surface fabricator/installer, review the tool/equipment.
your operations and implement safe work practices. • Ground all tools. If a tool is equipped with three-prong plug,
it should be plugged into a three-hole electrical socket. If an
Following these simple safety rules, as well as appropriate adapter is used to accommodate a two-prong socket, the
OSHA or CCOHS regulations, will help to prevent adapter lug must be attached to a known ground. Never
accidents. Safety is a key part of our business success. remove the third prong.
• Create operating procedures and train operators. Operating
A. WORK ENVIRONMENT procedures and training not only improve safety, but improve
• Keep children away. All children should be kept out of the consistency of performance. Include a procedure for “locking
work area. out” larger equipment so it can’t be turned on when someone
• Escort visitors. Only trained personnel should be in the work is maintaining it. Identify all possible sources of energy that
area, all others should be escorted and kept a safe distance could make the equipment move. These include electricity, air,
from the work area. hydraulic, any springs or source of tension, and gravity. Larger,
more complex equipment may have multiple power sources.
• Stop accidental activation of equipment with padlocks,
master switches, or by removing starter keys.
D. OPERATING PROCEDURES/TRAINING
• Keep the work area clean. Cluttered areas and benches invite • Operating procedures provide information on how to safely
accidents. Provide access to electricity and air from the ceiling. operate equipment in a standard fashion that provides
Cords and hoses are tripping hazards. Do not allow shavings consistent results. Separate procedures should provide
or dust to accumulate. standard and safe methods for maintaining equipment
• Don’t work in a dangerous environment. Don’t use electric including lock out procedures.
power tools in damp or wet locations or expose them to rain. • Train operators so they understand the procedures and are
Use air powered tools for wet sanding. Keep work areas clean, able to operate the equipment in a safe and standard manner.
dry, well ventilated and well lit.
E. INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
B. PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE) • Maintain tools. Equipment that is not maintained is less
• Wear safety glasses or approved eye protection. Prescription efficient and can lead to injuries. Keep tools sharp and clean
eyeglasses only have impact-resistant lenses; they are not safety for good performance. Follow instructions for lubricating
glasses. tools and changing accessories.
• Wear steel-toed safety shoes. • Keep all guards in place and in working order.
• Wear gloves suitable for the task being performed. Leather
gloves or a suitable alternative should be worn when handling
solid surface. Chemical resistant gloves should be used when
handing chemicals. One exception is the use of rotating
equipment, where gloves could be caught on the equipment.
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DUPONT™ CORIAN® SOLID SURFACE
FABRICATION/INSTALLATION FUNDAMENTALS
SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS
• Check for damaged equipment. Before using equipment, • Disconnect tools from all power sources before servicing and
verify that it is not damaged. Check for alignment of moving when changing accessories such as blades, bits, cutters, etc.
parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting • Avoid accidental equipment startup. Make sure the switch is
and any other conditions that may affect its operation. A in “OFF” position before providing power to equipment.
guard or other part that is damaged should be properly • Never stand on equipment. Serious injury could occur if
repaired or replaced before operating the equipment. equipment is tipped or if cutting tools are accidentally touched.
• Make sure equipment is disconnected from any power • Feed parts in the correct direction. Only feed work into a
supply while performing maintenance. Sources of power blade or cutter against the direction of rotation of the blade
include electricity, air, hydraulic, any springs or source of or cutter.
tension, or gravity. These should be locked out or blocked so
• Never leave equipment running unattended. Turn power
the equipment won't move unexpectedly.
off. Don’t leave equipment until it come to a complete stop.
F. USE THE PROPER TOOL CORRECTLY • Fatigue, stress, medication, alcohol, and drugs can prevent
• Use the right tools. Don’t use a tool or attachment to do a one from safely operating equipment.
job for which it was not designed.
H. MATERIAL TRANSPORT AND STORAGE
• Don’t force tools. A tool will do the job better and be safer at
• Carry products safely. Lifting devices are preferred for
the rate for which it was designed.
moving Corian® solid surface sheets. Use two or more people
• Use recommended accessories. Consult the owner’s manual if manual movement is required. Prevent sheet from flexing by
for recommended accessories. The use of improper accessories carrying in a vertical orientation. Wear heavy-duty gloves as
may cause be hazardous. the edges of the products are sharp.
G. OPERATION • Store materials safely. Don’t stack products too high or in an

• Remove adjusting keys and wrenches. Form habit of unsafe manner.
checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed
from the tool before turning to “ON”. • Store flammables in approved storage areas or cabinets
• Secure material while working on it. Use clamps or a vice to specifically designed for flammable storage. Read product
hold material when practical. It is safer than using your hand MSDS for recommended storage conditions.
and frees both hands to operate equipment.
• Don’t overreach or lean while performing tasks. Maintain
proper footing and balance at all times.
This information is based on technical data that E.I. du Pont de Nemours and Company and its affiliates ("DuPont") believe to be reliable, and is intended for use by persons having technical skill
and at their own discretion and risk. DuPont cannot and does not warrant that this information is absolutely current or accurate, although every effort is made to ensure that it is kept as current and
accurate as possible. Because conditions of use are outside DuPont’s control, DuPont makes no representations or warranties, express or implied, with respect to the information, or any part
thereof, including any warranties of title, non-infringement of copyright or patent rights of others, merchantability, or fitness or suitability for any purpose and assumes no liability or responsibility
for the accuracy, completeness, or usefulness of any information. This information should not be relied upon to create specifications, designs, or installation guidelines. The persons responsible
for the use and handling of the product are responsible for ensuring the design, fabrication, or installation methods and process present no health or safety hazards. Do not attempt to perform
specification, design, fabrication, or installation work without proper training or without the proper personal protection equipment. Nothing herein is to be taken as a license to operate under or a
recommendation to infringe any patents. DuPont shall have no liability for the use of or results obtained from such information, whether or not based on DuPont’s negligence. DuPont shall not be
liable for (i) any damages, including claims relating to the specification, design, fabrication, installation, or combination of this product with any other product(s), and (ii) special, direct, indirect
or consequential damages. DuPont reserves the right to make changes to this information and to this disclaimer. DuPont encourages you to review this information and this disclaimer periodically
for any updates or changes. Your continued access or use of this information shall be deemed your acceptance of this disclaimer and any changes and the reasonableness of these standards for
notice of changes.
© E.I. du Pont de Nemours and Company 2012. All rights reserved.
The DuPont Oval, DuPont™, The miracles of science™, and Corian® are trademarks or registered trademarks of E.I. du Pont de Nemours and Company (“DuPont”) or its affiliates. K-25283 7/12
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