General Health Information

All CME sharpening tools (previously grinding cups), when used in their intended application, are considered non-hazardous and are not controlled by WHMIS in Canada or by OSHA in the United States of America. 

Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for these products are NOT required.

Never use other sharpening tools than those recommended by CME. The Super Diaroc® XDS sharpening tool and CME Sharpeners are engineered to operate together safely and effectively. The result is optimized efficiency and performance of the CME Sharpening System while maintaining high standards of environmental and operational safety.

Sharpening hard metal button inserts in button bits produce dust that pose potential health risks through inhalation, skin and/or eye contact. As the materials used in hard metal button inserts vary, please contact the applicable manufacturer(s) of the button bits being sharpened for detailed applicable safety information.

Exposure control and personnal protection

There are some simple steps that are recommended to reduce your exposure to the hard metal dust.

• Use suitable eye protection, gloves, clothing and dust mask

• Maintain the splash guard and cooling water supply during sharpening cycle

• Do NOT eat, drink or smoke in the working area

• Use and maintain appropriate exhasut ventilation or filtration of air in the working area

Personal protectives

Personal protective equipment is recommended for all who work with the machine. The following is recomended.

	Safety goggles
	Safety overalls
	Safety gloves
	Ear protection
	Dust mask

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