Christie Easy Petrol Post Driver CHPD78-1, Safety, Operation & Maintenance Instructions

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Safety
This section provides safety information and hazards of a general nature. Further safety
warnings and information are provided where relevant, in the
Operating Instructions , and
Maintenance and servicing sections of this document.
Unexpected movement
Warning: Sudden or unexpected movement of the machine may occur during
operation, which may result in injury to the operator and/or damage to the
machine.
• Ensure the operator maintains a stable standing position with feet shoulders
width apart. Keep body weight balanced.
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Stand firmly and always hold the Post Driver with both hands.
• Operate the Post Driver with both feet in contact with the ground. Never
stand on a ladder, chair, trailer, ute/pickup tray, or any other surface other
than stable ground.
• Ensure the handles are free from grease and oil.
• Start the engine with the Post Driver upright. Do not start the Post Driver with
it lying on the ground.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Ensure the operator and all other persons nearby wear, at a minimum, the following PPE:
• Class 4 hearing protection, greater than 22dB attenuation
• Safety glasses to AS/NZS1337 medium impact rating
• Gloves suited to manual handling - leather or other abrasion resistant material, anti-
vibration gloves are recommended
• Steel capped boots
Noise hazard
High sound levels may cause permanent hearing loss. Noise emitted from the tool
while working can reach above 100dB which can also harm others nearby, both
the operator and bystanders are to wear Class 4 hearing protection greater than
22dB attenuation.
Electrical/concealed object hazards
Whilst driving posts, concealed electrical services, wires and pipes constitute a
danger that can result in serious injury or death. Before you start using the tool,
check the composition of the material you are to work on. Identify and avoid
concealed cables and pipes e.g. electricity, telephone, water, gas and sewage
lines etc.
If the tool seems to have hit a concealed object, switch off the machine
immediately. Make sure that there is no danger before continuing.