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f)
If for some reason you must use a power tool in a wet environment, always
connect it to the mains via an earth-fault circuit breaker such as an RCD
(residual current device).
Use of a RCD significantly reduces the risk of electric shock.
3) Personal safety
a)
Pay attention to what you are doing and use common sense when using
power tools. Never use power tools if you are tired or under the influence of
drugs, alcohol or medication.
One moment of inattention while using a power
tool may result in serious injury.
b)
Wear protective clothing. Always wear safety glasses.
Using protective
clothing such as dust masks, non-slip safety shoes, helmets and ear defenders
when needed decreases the risk of injury.
c)
Avoid accidental starts. Make sure that the power switch is set to OFF before
plugging the tool into a wall socket.
Never carry a power tool with your finger on
the trigger and never connect the power tool to a wall socket when the switch is
set to ON, since it may result in injury.
d)
Remove all service tools/keys before switching on the power tool.
A service
tool left on a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury.
e)
Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
This will allow
you to have more control in unexpected situations.
f)
Wear suitable clothing. Do not wear loose-fitting clothing or jewellery.
Keep hair, clothes and gloves away from moving parts.
Loose clothes,
jewellery or long hair can become caught in moving parts.
g)
If equipment for dust extraction or collecting is available, make sure that it is
connected and used properly.
Use of dust collection equipment can reduce dust
related hazards.
4) Use and maintenance of the power tool
a)
Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your application.
The correct power tool will do the job better and safer if used at the rate for which
it was designed.
b)
Never use the power tool if the power switch does not switch the tool on and off.
Any power tool that cannot be controlled by the power switch is dangerous and
must be repaired.
c)
Unplug the lead from the wall socket before making any adjustments,
changing accessories or storing the power tool.
These precautions reduce
the risk of the power tool starting unexpectedly.
d)
Store power tools that are not being used out of children’s reach. Do not
allow people who are unfamiliar with the tool or its functions to operate it.
Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
e)
Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment, binding of moving
parts, broken parts or anything else which might affect the operation of
the power tool. If damaged, have the power tool repaired before use.
Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools.