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Immediate Actions:
- Stop Working Immediately: The student must immediately cease using the bench grinder.
- Alert Others: The student should immediately alert any nearby individuals to the hazard. A verbal warning is appropriate.
- Do Not Attempt to Use Without the Guard: Under no circumstances should the student attempt to use the bench grinder without the safety guard.
Preventative Actions:
- Inform the Workshop Supervisor: The student must inform the workshop supervisor about the missing safety guard as soon as possible.
- Do Not Use the Grinder Until Fixed: The student should not use the bench grinder again until the safety guard has been repaired or replaced.
- Ensure Correct Procedures are Followed: The student should review the correct operating procedures for the bench grinder, paying particular attention to safety requirements.
Reporting Actions:
- Formal Report: The student should complete a formal accident/incident report, if required by the school's health and safety policy. This report should detail the hazard, the actions taken, and the date/time of the incident.
- Inform Teacher/Design and Technology Department: The student should inform their teacher or a member of the Design and Technology department about the missing guard and the report.
- Follow School Protocol: The student should follow the school's established protocol for reporting health and safety concerns.
Roles and Responsibilities:
- Student: Responsible for identifying hazards, reporting concerns, and adhering to safety procedures.
- Workshop Supervisor: Responsible for ensuring equipment is safe to use, maintaining equipment, and addressing safety concerns raised by students.
- School/Design and Technology Department: Responsible for implementing and enforcing health and safety policies, providing training, and ensuring a safe working environment.