PPE

• Anyone within the workspace must be equipped with the following

  • Safety glasses

  • Coveralls

  • Gloves

  • N95 mask (or equivalent respirator)

  • Close toed shoes

• People within the work space must avoid having dangling articles such as jewelry or hoodie strings on their person.

• Long hair must be tied back.

• PPE guidelines must be followed at all times while within the work space and while work is not vacuum sealed.

Location

• All carbon fiber work must be done in either a well ventilated area or sealed tent with a push-pull fan system with HIPA filters.

Pre-Operation

• All people in the workspace must be informed on the carbon fiber SOP.

• The workspace must be uncluttered and free of tripping hazards.

• Any surfaces that would be difficult to clean following work should be coated in a disposable table cloth.

Operation

• Ensure a vacuum is being held near any post processing tools producing dust.

  • For our purposes, this will consist of Dremels and sanders.

Post-Operation

• Ensure all debris are vacuumed. Do not attempt to empty vacuum or clear filter without proper PPE.

• Ensure space is left clean and is not entered without a respirator until smell clears.