Casting production is a complex and delicate process, involving many links and many factors. There are some safety problems in the production process of castings, which may lead to production accidents and threaten the safety of workers and enterprises. This paper will discuss the safety problems and preventive measures in the process of casting production, in order to provide reference for ensuring production safety.
Safety issues in casting production process
Mechanical injury: In the process of casting production, the mechanical equipment runs frequently, and the operator may be injured due to mechanical failure or improper operation. For example, accidents such as clamping and shearing during machine operation.
Scalding: During the casting process, the temperature of the metal melt is very high, and the operator may be scalded by contact or exposure.
Dust toxicity hazards: Dust and harmful gases generated during the casting process, if not treated in time, may cause harm to the operator’s respiratory system and skin.
High fall: The equipment in the casting workshop is tall, and the safety facilities such as platforms and railings are imperfect, which may lead to the operator falling from the sky.
Electrical accidents: If the electrical equipment in the casting workshop is improperly maintained, it may cause accidents such as electric shock and fire.
preventive measure.
Establish and improve the safety management system: enterprises should develop and improve the casting production safety management system, clarify the safety responsibilities of managers and operators at all levels, and ensure the implementation of safety production guidelines and policies.
Strengthen safety training for employees: Organize safety training for employees regularly, improve their safety awareness and operational skills, and ensure that employees understand and comply with safety operating procedures.
Ensure mechanical safety: carry out regular maintenance and inspection of mechanical equipment to ensure its normal operation and prevent mechanical failure from causing injury to employees. At the same time, the mechanical configuration of safety protection devices, such as guardrail, safety cover, etc.
Anti-scald measures: Metal melt should be properly kept to avoid accidental dumping or contact. Isolate high temperature areas and set up obvious warning signs. Employees should wear protective gloves, face masks and other personal protective equipment when in contact with high-temperature objects.
Dust and poison prevention: Take effective measures to reduce dust and harmful gas emissions in the casting process, such as installing dust collectors, ventilation devices, etc. At the same time, the workplace is cleaned and disinfected regularly to ensure the health of employees.
Strengthen the safety of high-altitude work: for high-altitude work, safety facilities such as safety nets and guardrails must be set up, and personal protective equipment such as safety belts must be equipped. Employees should receive professional training and comply with relevant regulations when working at height.
Electrical accident prevention: strengthen the maintenance and inspection of electrical equipment, timely detection and elimination of safety hazards. Provide employees with insulated shoes, insulated gloves and other personal protective equipment to prevent electric shock accidents. At the same time, fire alarm devices are installed in places prone to fire to ensure timely detection and treatment of fire accidents.
Emergency plan: Formulate emergency plan for possible production accidents, including emergency organization, communication, on-site disposal, etc. Organize emergency drills regularly to improve employees’ ability to deal with emergencies.
The safety problem in the casting production process cannot be ignored. Enterprises should take effective preventive measures, establish a sound safety management system, strengthen staff safety training, ensure mechanical safety, anti-scald measures in place, effective dust prevention and control, strengthen high-altitude work safety and electrical accident prevention and other aspects of the work to ensure the safety and reliability of the casting production process. Only in this way can the life safety of workers and the stable development of enterprises be guaranteed.
