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2) Electrical safety
a) Power tool plugs must match the outlet.
Never
modify the plug in any way. Do not use any
adaptor
plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools.
Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will
reduce risk of electric shock.
b) Avoid body contact with earthed or
grounded
surfaces, such as pipes, radiators, ranges and
refrigerators.
There is an increased risk of
electric
shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
c) Do not expose power tools to rain or wet
conditions.
Water entering a power tool will
increase
the risk electric shock.
d) Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord
for
carrying, pulling or unplugging the power
tool.
Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges
or
moving parts.
Damaged or entangled cords
increase
the risk of electric shock.
e) When operating a power tool outdoors,
use an
extension cord suitable for outdoor use.
Use
of
a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk
of
electric shock.
f) If operating a power tool in a damp
location is
unavoidable, use a residual current device
(RCD)
protected supply.
Use of an RCD reduces the
risk
of electric shock.
3) Personal safety
a) Stay alert, watch what you are doing and
use
common sense when operating a power tool.
Do not use a power tool while you are tired
or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or
medication.
A moment of inattention while
operating
power tools may result in serious personal
injury.
b) Use personal protective equipment.
Always
wear eye protection.
Protective equipment
such as
dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard had, or
hearing protection used for appropriate
conditions
will reduce personal injuries.
c) Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the
switch
is in the off-position before connecting to
power
source and /or battery pack, picking up or
carrying
the tool.
Carrying power tools with your finger
on the
switch or energising power tools that have the
switch
on invites accidents.
d) Remove any adjusting key or wrench
before
turning the power tool on.
A wrench or a key
left
attached to a rotating part of the power tools
may
result in personal injury.
e) Do not overreach. Keep proper footing
and
balance at all times.
This enables better
control of
the power tool in unexpected situations.
