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Mechanics work in many different industries including aviation, automotive, commercial, industrial or residential settings. Some of their main duties are to:
Mechanics work in a variety of settings and may be exposed to several hazards, including:
Please also see the series of OSH Answers fact sheets on how to work safely in a garage which includes autobody repair, batteries, fuel safety, hydraulic lifts, inflating tires, servicing vehicles and other topics.
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