HAZARD
WHAT COULD HAPPEN
HOW TO PREVENT IT
RISK OF INJURY
• Tools left unattended, or with
the air hose attached can be
activated by unauthorized
persons leading to their injury
or injury to others.
• Power tools can throw
materials throughout the work
area.
• Power tools can become
activated by accident during
maintenance or tool changes.
• Power tools can cause the
workpiece to move upon
contact leading to injury.
• Loss of control of the tool can
lead to injury to self or others.
• Poor quality, improper, or
damaged tools such as grinding
wheels, chisels, sockets, drills,
etc., can fly apart during
operation, propelling particles
throughout the work area
causing serious injury.
• Remove air hose when tool is
not in use and store tool in
secure location away from
reach of children.
• Use only parts, fasteners, and
accessories recommended by
the manufacturer.
• Keep work area clean and free
of clutter. Keep children and
others away from work area
during operation of the tool.
• Keep work area well lit.
• Remove air hose to lubricate
or add grinding attachments,
sanding discs, drills, etc. to the
tool.
• Never carry the tool by the
hose.
• Avoid unintentional starting.
Don't carry hooked-up tool
with finger on trigger.
• Repair servicing should be
done only by an authorized
service representative.
• Use clamps or other devices
to prevent movement.
• Never operate tool while under
the influence of drugs or
alcohol.
• Don't overreach. Keep proper
footing and balance at all
times.
• Keep handles dry, clean, and
free from oil and grease.
• Stay alert. Watch what you are
doing. Use common sense. Do
not operate tool when you are
tired.
• Always use tool attachments
rated for the speed of the
power tool.
• Never use tools which have
been dropped, impacted or
damaged by use.
• Use only impact grade sock-
ets on an impact wrench.
• Do not apply excessive force
to the tool – let the tool
perform the work.
