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SOP in Soldering

The document provides safety procedures for operating a soldering iron. It states that approved safety glasses must be worn and instructs the operator to prevent fumes from entering their breathing zone. Precautionary checks must be done before and after use, including inspecting the iron for damage and ensuring it is unplugged after cooling. The operator should never touch the hot soldering tip or leave the iron unattended. Potential hazards include burns, electricity, eye injuries, toxic fumes, tripping, and fire.

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SOP in Soldering

The document provides safety procedures for operating a soldering iron. It states that approved safety glasses must be worn and instructs the operator to prevent fumes from entering their breathing zone. Precautionary checks must be done before and after use, including inspecting the iron for damage and ensuring it is unplugged after cooling. The operator should never touch the hot soldering tip or leave the iron unattended. Potential hazards include burns, electricity, eye injuries, toxic fumes, tripping, and fire.

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SOLDERING IRON

Safety Operating Procedure


DO NOT use this device unless a teacher has instructed you in its safe use
and operation and has given permission
Approved safety glasses must be worn at all times in Prevent fumes from breathing zone of
all ITD spaces. operator or use a suitable P2 or P3 filter
mask.
Appropriate protective footwear with A suitable workshop apron and cotton gloves
substantial uppers must be worn in all ITD are advisable.
spaces.
Never operate a faulty electrical power tool. Report it to your teacher.

PRE-OPERATIONAL SAFETY CHECKS


1. Examine the soldering iron for damage.
2. Ensure that the cord does not create a slip/trip hazard.
3. Ensure the workspace is well ventilated to prevent fumes in the breathing zone e.g. use in open area
with cross ventilation or with fume extraction system.
4. Check condition of soldering tip. Replace if damaged.
5. Ensure tip is ‘tinned’ and free from waste build-up. Once the tip has warmed-up, wipe on a damp
sponge to clean it.
6. Leave the soldering iron in the stand when warming up.
7. Never leave a soldering iron unattended when turned on or still hot. Leave unplugged when not
required.

OPERATIONAL SAFETY CHECKS


1. Do not plug in and turn on until the tip element has been checked, or replaced and tightened.
2. Never touch the soldering tip. Keep your fingers clear.
3. Always wear safety glasses. Smoke and hot embers can often result when soft soldering.
4. Avoid positioning your head directly over the soldering process. Soldering often creates fumes that
can be toxic.
5. Avoid prolonged use. This could overheat the tip element causing it to fail or oxidise.
6. Always allow the soldering iron to reach the desired temperature. This can take several minutes.
7. Ensure electrical cords are well clear of the soldering process. Do not touch electrical cords with tip.
8. Wash your hands after using solder – many soft solders contain toxic lead products.
9. Never leave the device unattended when still plugged in or when plugged out but still hot.
10. Unplug and wait until the tip element has completely cooled before storing the device away correctly.

NEVER flick the iron to remove excess solder.

HOUSEKEEPING
1. Unplug the device and allow to cool down before storing.
2. Leave the work area in a safe, clean and tidy condition.

POTENTIAL HAZARDS
 Hot elements, surfaces  Burns  Electricity
 Eye injuries  Toxic fumes  Fire
 Trip and slip
Date of last review: ______________________________ Signature: ___________________________

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