1.5.
Battery safety.
1.5.1.
Batteries present a risk if they become damage by the possible leaking of electrolyte.
This electrolyte is an acid and can cause serious injuries. Care should be taken when working
on or near them.
1.5.2.
Should you come into contact with acid you should;
1.5.3.
Contact medical assistance as soon as possible.
1.5.4.
Remove all clothing contaminated with acid.
1.5.5.
Use fresh running water to wash excess acid, continue this until medical assistance arrives.
1.5.6.
Eye contact with acid needs to be washed away. Make sure that you do not wash the acid
to another part of the face or body.
1.5.7.
Gasses from charging batteries are highly flammable and great care should be taken to
charge in well ventilated areas.
1.6.
Petrol safety.
1.6.1.1.
Always fuel and defuel in well-ventilated area.
1.6.1.2.
Always wear correct, suitable and fit for purpose Personal Protective Equipment
(PPE), suggested items are as follows, but are not limited too.
1.6.1.3.
Hand protection.
1.6.1.4.
Protective clothing.
1.6.1.5.
Respiratory protective equipment should be used when in an unventilated
area.
1.6.1.6.
When defueling always use a propriety fuel retriever.
1.6.1.7.
Always carry fuel in the correct and clearly marked container.
1.7.
Machine safety.
Continual and regular users should monitor closely the condition of
their hands with regard to White finger disease or carpal tunnel
syndrome. If you think you have been affected seek medical advice
immediately.
DO NOT modify the unit in any way.
Only use the machine for the job for which it is intended.
Always remove HT lead from spark plug when checking machine or
changing parts.
DO NOT operate the
equipment when barefoot or
wearing open sandals.
Recommended PPE but not
limited too.
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