
doi: 10.2172/645523
The ultra-high pressure waterjet technology was being evaluated at Florida International University (FIU) as a baseline technology. In conjunction with FIU`s evaluation of efficiency and cost, this report covers the evaluation conducted for safety and health issues. It is a commercially available technology and has been used for various projects at locations throughout the country. The ultra-high pressure waterjet technology acts as a cutting tool for the removal of surface substrates. The Husky{trademark} pump feeds water to a lance that directs the high pressure water at the surface to be removed. The safety and health evaluation during the testing demonstration focused on two main areas of exposure. These were dust and noise. The dust exposure was found to be minimal, which would be expected due to the wet environment inherent in the technology, but noise exposure was at a significant level. Further testing for noise is recommended because of the outdoor environment where the testing demonstration took place. In addition, other areas of concern found were arm-hand vibration, ergonomics, heat stress, tripping hazards, electrical hazards, lockout/tagout, fall hazards, slipping hazards, hazards associated with the high pressure water, and hazards associated with air pressure systems.
Occupational Safety, 05 Nuclear Fuels, Health Hazards, Jets, Cutting Tools, Surface Cleaning, Water, 22 Nuclear Reactor Technology, 610, Very High Pressure, Dusts, Noise, Decontamination
Occupational Safety, 05 Nuclear Fuels, Health Hazards, Jets, Cutting Tools, Surface Cleaning, Water, 22 Nuclear Reactor Technology, 610, Very High Pressure, Dusts, Noise, Decontamination
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