It's essential to keep safety a priority when operating an industrial fan. Industrial fans generally have heavier blades and are larger in size, which presents a number of safety concerns if the fan is not used appropriately. If you're using this type of fan in a work environment, here are some measures you can take to keep your employees protected.
Proper Installation
Make sure the fan is installed by a professional. When the blades rotate during operation, the process will generate a considerable amount of vibration. If the blades or other components of the fan are not securely installed, over time, the vibrations can cause the components to loosen further. The result of this failure could be a blade flying across the room and injuring an employee. You should always rely on a professional for your installation needs.
Good Employee Placement
It's important to make sure that you be mindful of your employee work areas when it comes to the placement of an industrial fan. As previously mentioned, the rotating blades on an industrial fan are large and heavy. Any contact with a rotating blade could result in serious injury and even possible amputation. If you are installing a new fan, you might want to consider relocating any employees that previously worked in the vicinity to avoid this type of injury.
Clean Environment
The environment around the industrial fan should always remain as clean as possible. Any debris that enters the fan can immediately turn into a rocket-like device, which will put any employees in the vicinity at risk of injury. To minimize this risk, it's a good idea to have the area cleaned regularly and to ensure that you use some type of filtering device in the area near the fan to keep debris out of the air.
Proper Maintenance
Maintenance should be a top priority. The average industrial fan generates a great deal of heat during operation. However, when there is an issue with the motor or with one of the blades not circulating correctly, the level of heat that the fan creates will only intensify. When the fan is generating high levels of heat during operation, even after the fan is powered off, the heat generated could be enough to cause a burn to anyone who comes in contact with the fan. Measures should always be taken to ensure the fan is properly maintained to minimize the risk of burns.
When used correctly, you can minimize the safety risk that comes along with these heavy-duty fans. Make sure you do your part to accomplish this goal.
For more information, contact an industrial fan supplier.
