Personnel qualifications
All persons who work with or on the fastener driving tool must have
the following proficiencies and experience:
• Proficiency in working with fastener driving tool
• Ability to estimate the hazards associated with fastener driving
tools and proficiency for averting these hazards
• Knowledge of the applicable industrial safety regulations at the
workplace
• Familiarity with the required protective clothing
• Familiarity with the notices and instructions in the operating manual
and the other materials included with delivery
Persons who use the fastener driving tool in the commercial sector
must also be trained regarding the special risks in their workplace.
Persons without the proficiencies described above may only operate
the fastener driving tool under the supervision of and after having
been instructed by an experienced and qualified person.
Safety devices
Triggering safety device
Fastener driving tools are equipped with a triggering safety device on
the tool tip. The trigger can only be enabled if the triggering safety
device is pressed in.
WARNING
Very severe injuries when operating the fastener
driving tool with a faulty or bypassed triggering
safety device.
▶ Use the fastener driving tool only with a
functioning triggering safety device.
▶ Trigger the fastener driving tool only when the
tool tip is firmly pressed against the material.
Safety
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