Safety Tips for Using Pressure Washers in Industries

Pressure washers serve as an excellent cleaning tool for getting rid of the filth and grime. Pressure washers are found to be the best  and strongest tool for day today building maintenance  For the purpose of expansive and extensive area cleaning, pressure washers are the best machines..  Examples of these expansive areas would include house and business exteriors, pavements,  and footpaths can be cleaned at a faster pace without any hassle.  One major thing to be remembered is that there is a great chance that high pressure can cause you serious injuries. 

 The two terms that are constantly used synonymously are pressure washing and power cleaning.  Even Though they are used synonymously, you need to understand that these two terms are distinct.  The only thing in common is that pressure is employed in facilitating both processes.

What Are The Tips For Industrial Pressure Washing?

Usage of Safety Gears

Even Though there are certain pressure washers capable of harming even concrete thereby resulting in serious injuries.  Be careful not to use a pressure washer wearing short clothes or any open footwear. It’s recommended to wear long fully covered clothing, safety glasses and heavy duty footwear. To protect your skin from any sun burns, you should wear safety sleeves and gloves. Pressure washing can cause the debris to fly which can cause injuries. Hence wearing proper safety gears is extremely important. To avoid the debris from flying, make sure that you do not use the pressure washer too close to the surface to be cleaned.

Study User Manual

The first and foremost step while using a pressure washer is to study the user manual. This step is important for those who are using this tool for the very first time.  Manufacturers should keep in mind to include property safety tips and information on how to operate the machine. 

Safety Latch Usage

Do not forget to latch the pressure waders using it’s safety latch when the equipment is not in operation. Following this will prevent any accidental damage or injury from [pressure washer. 

Machine Depressurisation 

Once the pressure washing is complete, you should remember to turn the equipment off and to squeeze the trigger. This will help to set free any amount of pressure that was built-up. Once it’s done, you can reattach the hose.

Do not point the want at Anyone

Another important thumb rule is not to point the nozzle at anybody. Always hold it in such a way that it points downwards to prevent any unexpected and sudden injury,

Using pressure washer below a ladder

A l;ot of force is required for the operation of the pressure washer. Hence it’s not recommended to use it under a ladder. The reason being that the pressure inside can rebound causing failure.

Surveying the Area

Before starting the pressure washing you need to make a survey on the area to make sure whether its properly cleaned making sure  the surface is free of any hazards . While talking about hazards, it includes traffic, any tripping risk, people and more. Not only before,  but surveying the area during the pressure washing is important.

It’s important to remember that not to consider or treat pressure washers as toys. 

Following the above mentioned tips will surely help you work with a pressure washer safely and securely.

Respiratory Protection

While using chemical injectors, follow the chemical supplier; manually if any additional requirements of safety measures to be taken like safety gloves, coats, safety glasses etc. 

Steam Pressure Washers

If you are using steam pressure washers, you have to make sure you avoid any kind of contact with areas that are not insulated to prevent any kind of serious burns. 

In the case of indoor steaming or using cold air, you have to make sure that there is sufficient ventilation in order to get proper visibility.

Conclusion

The compulsory things that should be done while operating a pressure washer is to undergo complete training, usage of protective gears and proper understanding of the risks associated. You need to make sure that the operator is equipped with safety gloves, safety goggles, face protection masks etc. If the operator finds the environment unsafe for using a pressure washer, he has every right to deny performing the task. 

At YES Machinery , we offer high pressure washers both cold and hot and also after sale service and maintenance across the Middle East. To know more about our pressure washing equipment, you are free to connect to us with our well equipped team.  Our expert can guide you choose the right pressure washing equipment as per your requirements.