How It Works

Pressurise the spray unit

Opening & closing the Valves

Sumo Crusher in operation

SUMO CRUSHER INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

1. Use a sound clean barrel labelled “Crushed Fluorescent Tubes Only.

2. Secure barrel to barrow using retaining strap.

3. Remove 2” cap from barrel, screw in the Sumo Crusher and secure with locknut,(Position crushing handle as appropriate)

4. Fill pressurising container with water, connect to spray device.

5. Pressurise water container before crushing.

6. Insert fluorescent tube into containment tube.

7. Guide fluorescent tube into Sumo Crusher connecting containment tube into sleeve.

8. Operate water spray attachment by opening the small valve.

9. Open ball valve to allow fluorescent tube to engage crushing mechanism.

10. Rotate handle until no resistance is felt.

11. When crushing is complete, isolate both valves as described in sections 8 & 9 above and remove containment tube. De-pressurising water container

12. If repeated crushing is required, proceed as per instructions in section 6 to 10 above.

13. When barrel becomes full, remove crusher. Capping barrel ready for Waste management options.

(EC Legislation designates all lamps as hazardous waste) Note: It is advised to wear appropriate hand protection when handling glass products and a face mask to protect the operator from mercury vapours when crushing fluorescent tubes. One mask is provided for the operator, further masks will need to be purchased and maintained according to the manufacturer’s instructions. It is also recommended by HSE EH40 2005 guidance document that random biological monitoring for operators who may be exposed to mercury vapours. Biological monitoring guidance value for mercury is (20 μmol mercury/mol creatinine in urine) The framework for the use of biological monitoring and the setting of Biological Monitoring Guidance Values (BMGVs) is detailed in paragraphs 114-116. For each substance with a BMGV a free information sheet briefly describing a suggested analytical method, appropriate sampling strategy, the availability of quality assurance schemes and interpretation of results is available. Information sheets can be obtained from HSE’s Health and Safety Laboratory, Biomedical Sciences Group, Health & Safety Laboratory, Health Sciences (or Biological Monitoring), Buxton, Derbyshire, SK17 9JN (Website: www.hsl.gov.uk).

Management of Health & Safety at Work Regulations
Workplace Risk Assessment

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Risk Code	ACTIVITY / TASK	HAZARD	DEGREE OF RISK			CONTROL MEASURES IN PLACE	CONTROL MEASURES REQUIRED	RESIDUAL RISK	RISK STATUS
Risk Code	ACTIVITY / TASK	HAZARD	S/R	P/R	R/R	CONTROL MEASURES IN PLACE	CONTROL MEASURES REQUIRED	RESIDUAL RISK	RISK STATUS
R1	Setting up Sumo Crushing unit upon delivery.	Hand injuries from the use of small hand tools when setting up the equipment. Manual handling of small items when setting up the Sumo unit.	2	1	2	The setting up of the Sumo Crushing Unit require very minimal skills, instructions are provided to assist in the setting up process. The risks involved in this process are considered to be extremely low.	The setting up instruction is considered to be adequate to control the risks identified.	No further control measures required.
R2	Manual handling of crushed fluorescent tubes contained in a clip top oil drum.	Injury to the operator from pushing pulling of crushed fluorescent tubes contained in a clip top oil drum.	2	2	4	The clip top drum is attached to a sack barrow to minimise the risk of manual handling heavy objects.	No further control measures required.	Risk of operator not following best practice manual handling techniques to prevent injury to themselves.
R3	Operating Sumo Crushing Unit.	Risk from cuts to hands from broken glass tubes. Risk of repetitive strain injuries to the operator’s hand/wrist from constant use. Risk to the operator from exposure to the contents of a fluorescent tube, cadmium, mercury etc.	2	2	4	The operator is advised to wear suitable gloves to protect the operators hand when handling fluorescent tubes as they may break during the handling process. The operator is advised that the Sumo Crusher is only to be used for light maintenance purposes. Remove one tube crush it then move on to the next. This method/approach will allow the operator to recuperate after each tube is crushed. Any dust/emissions of the contents of a fluorescent tube is dampened down by a fine mist of water which is sprayed on to the crushing mechanism from a pressurised spray unit. After each tube is crushed a gas tight valve is closed off to prevent any emissions/vapours being released from the crushing unit or the clip top drum which is air tight. There is also a containment tube which protects the operator during the crushing process from broken glass and the contents of a fluorescent tube, keeping the operators breathing zone clear. A mercury vapour mask is also supplied with the Sumo Crushing Unit to further minimise the risk of any exposure to the contents of a fluorescent tube, i.e. cadmium, mercury etc.	Full operating instructions are supplied with the Sumo Crushing Unit in order to reduce any risk to the operator to the lowest level.	No further control measures required.