Title: Explain safety considerations when working with hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
Course: Agricultural Power Systems, Advanced (18402-II) > Section: Maintaining and Servicing Hydraulic and Pneumatic Systems

Explanation should include

- identification of hazards when working with hydraulic and pneumatic systems
  - hot hydraulic fluid (causing burns)
  - high and/or residual pressure (causing bruises, cuts, abrasions, and fluid injection into the skin)

- required PPE
- preventive maintenance (e.g., worn hoses)
- attention to proper cylinder locks
- adherence to manufacturer recommendations for use and maintenance of equipment.

Teacher Resource: Safe Use of Hydraulic Systems (https://ohioline.osu.edu/factsheet/aex-59125)

Process/Skill Questions:

- How do the specific PPE relate to the hazards of hydraulics and pneumatics?
- What are the guidelines of when a cylinder needs to be locked?
- What should a visual pre-use safety inspection consist of?
- Why is it critical to keep body parts away from pinholes and nozzles which eject fluid under pressure?
- Why should one never cross hydraulic lines?