STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURES

SUBJECT: ORIG DATE: WRITTEN BY:

SOP - 381 Portable Generator Operation (Dura Max) 3/11/15 New Amanda Bird
REV DATE: Revised TITLE:
7/2/15 Operations 2
PROJECT: TASK LOCATION: DEPARTMENT(S): SUPERVISOR:

Gilroy Throughout Facility ✔ Operations John Hernandez

JSA REFERENCE: SUPVSR APPROVAL & DATE:
EQP-005 (Attached) ✔ Maintenance Ambrose Rodriguez 7/16/15
Laboratory SAFETY APPROVAL & DATE:

Administration
SCOPE:
Turning on and shutting down blue portable generator.

TOOLS:

Dura Max generator

HAZARDS:
Moving parts, flammable fuel, electrical, pinch points

SAFETY ITEMS:

Safety glasses Leather gloves

orig 4/27/10 |rewv 9/18/14 |rev 9/22/14 SAFE194

PROCEDURE:
1. Obtain ignition key 93006. May be located in key lock box #2 in room 108 or in the ignition of the generator itself.

2. Check oil level before starting. If oil is needed use Guardal 10-40 motor oil, 20 fluid oz. fills the crank case.

3. Check fuel level. If fuel is needed be sure the generator is off and cool before filling. Use only unleaded 87 octane gas.

4. Check that the circuit breaker is in the OFF position.

5. Turn fuel cock to the open position.

6. Close choke to full close position.

7. Turn the key to START. Engine should crank and start. At this time move choke lever to the full open position. Allow engine to warm up.

8. At this point a tool cord or extension cord can be plugged into the generator for operation, using the appropriate outlet. Switch the circuit
breaker to the ON position.

9. To shut down the generator: turn OFF the circuit breaker and allow engine generator to idle for cool down. Turn the fuel cock to the OFF
position while the engine is still running. This will allow the engine generator to continue running for a short time for cool down and will shut
down when the fuel runs out. This procedure prevents fuel from sitting in the carburetor bowl for extended periods of time and possibly
damaging the equipment.

10. Turn key to the OFF position.

11. Remove key and return to Admin. room 108, lock box 2.

NOTE: fueling should only be done in a well ventilated area.

orig 4/27/10 |rewv 9/18/14 |rev 9/22/14 SAFE194

 Job Safety Analysis
JOB/TASK NAME: DATE: ___ NEW
___ 1 1
EQP 005 Operating Dura Max Portable Generator 09-03-2013 ✔ REVISED PAGE ______ OF ______
ASSOCIATE(S)/JOB TITLE PERFORMING THE JOB/TASK: SUPERVISOR(S): ANALYSIS PERFORMED BY:
Operations and Maintenance Groups Dave Pollard, Ambrose Rodriguez Dave Pollard, Don Pride
PROJECT NAME AND JOB/TASK LOCATION: DEPARTMENT(S): REVIEWED BY:
1500 South Side Dr. Gilroy CA. 95020 Equipment Safety Committee 5-22-14
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT: SHIFT (if applicable): APPROVED BY:
Safety Glasses, Leather Glove, Hearing Protection Safety Committee

JOB STEPS POSSIBLE HAZARDS PROCEDURE/ACTION TO CONTROL OR ELIMINATE

Fueling Fire , Chemical Burns Be sure generator is off and cool prior to refueling. Refuel at least 25
1.
feet from possible ignition sources (heat, flame, sparks).

Checking oil Burns, chemical spills Allow engine to cool prior to checking oil. Be sure generator is situated
2.
on a level surface prior to removing oil cap.

Transporting generator Muscle strain Use straps, crane or get assistance when attempting to lift generator.
3(a)

Transporting generator Leaking of hazardous material Be sure generator is transported and stored in an upright position and
3(b)
that the fuel and oil caps are secured.

Transporting generator Damage Be sure generator is properly secured prior to transport to minimize
3(c)
the potential for damage to the equipment.

orig 6/1/2004 revw 2/22/2011 rev 2/22/2011 SAFE107