Risk of injury caused by drilling gas-filled assemblies or components (noncombustible gases) - AS00.00-Z-0006-01A

Wear safety glasses and a face mask. 

Risk of injury when drilling 

There is an increased risk of injury to the skin and eyes when drilling gas-filled assemblies due to shavings being thrown out. The shavings are picked up by the escaping gases and accelerated to a greater or lesser extent depending on the pressure. The extent of injuries increases as the pressure increases. The pressures involved may be 75 bar or more.

Safety instructions/precautions 

• Wear safety glasses and a face mask.

First aid measures 

• Do not rub any skin areas affected, as there is the risk that the shavings will break off leaving some of them behind.
• If necessary, consult a physician.