
GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR OPERATING
POWER TOOLS
WARNING
As with all machinery, there are certain hazards involved with their operation
and use. Exercising respect and caution will considerably lessen the risk of
personal injury. However, if normal safety precautions are overlooked, or
ignored, personal injury to the operator, or damage to property may result.
1.
KNOW YOUR MACHINE. Read the manual carefully. Learn the machines’
applications and limitations, as well as the specific potential hazards peculiar to it.
2.
KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working order.
3.
EARTH ALL MACHINES. If the machine is equipped with three-pin plug, it should
be plugged into a three-pin electrical socket. Never remove earth pin.
4.
REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Form a habit of checking to
ensure that keys, wrenches and tools are removed from the machine.
5.
KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents.
6.
DON’T USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. Don’t use machinery in damp or
wet locations, or expose them to rain. Keep work area well lit.
7.
KEEP CHILDREN AND VISITORS AWAY. All children and visitors should be kept a
safe distance from work area.
8.
MAKE WORKSHOP CHILDPROOF - with padlocks, master switches or by
removing starter keys.
9.
DON’T FORCE THE MACHINE. It will do the job better and safer, at the rate for
which it was designed.
10. USE THE RIGHT TOOL. Don’t force a tool or attachment to do a job for which
it was not designed.
11. WEAR PROPER APPAREL. Loose clothing, gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets or
other jewellery may get caught in moving parts. Nonslip footwear is
recommended. Long hair should be contained.
12. USE SAFETY GLASSES. Everyday eyeglasses only have impact resistant lenses,
they are NOT safety glasses.
13. USE EAR DEFENDERS.
14. DON’T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
15. MAINTAIN TOOLS IN TOP CONDITION. Keep tools sharp and clean for best and
safest performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.
16. ALWAYS DISCONNECT THE MACHINE before servicing or changing
accessories.
17. AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING. Ensure the machine is switched OFF before
plugging in.
18. CHECK FOR DAMAGE. If part of the machine (eg. A cover or guard), is
damaged, it should be carefully inspected to ensure that it can perform its’
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