Operating hazards
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Hold the tool correctly: be ready to
counteract normal or sudden movements
such as recoil.
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Maintain a balanced body position and
secure footing.
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Appropriate safety glasses shall be used
and appropriate gloves and protective
clothing are recommended.
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Appropriate hearing protection shall be
worn.
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Use the correct energy supply as directed
in the manual.
Repetitive motions hazards
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While using a tool, the operator shall
adopt a suitable but ergonomic posture.
Maintain secure footing and avoid
awkward or off-balanced postures.
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If the operator experiences symptoms
such as persistent or recurring
discomfort, pain, throbbing, aching,
tingling, numbness, burning sensation,
or stiffness, do not ignore these warning
signs. The operator shall consult a
qualified health professional regarding
overall activities.
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Any risk assessment should focus on
muscular-skeletal disorders and is
preferentially based on the assumption
that decreasing fatigue during work is
effective in reducing disorders.
Accessory and consumable hazards
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Disconnect the energy supply to the tool,
such as air or gas or battery as applicable,
before changing/replacing accessories or
making any adjustments.
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Use only the sizes and types of
accessories that are provided by the
manufacturer.
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Use only lubricants recommended by the
tool manufacturer.
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Specification of the fasteners shall
include minimum and maximum
diameter, length, and fastener
characteristics, such as gauge and angle.
Workplace hazards
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Slips, trips and falls are major causes of
workplace injury. Be aware of slippery
surfaces caused by use of the tool and
also of trip hazards caused by the airline
hose.
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Proceed with additional care in unfamiliar
surroundings. Hidden hazards may exist,
such as electricity or other utility lines.
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This tool is not intended for use in
potentially explosive atmospheres and is
not insulated from coming into contact
with electric power.
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Make sure there are no electrical cables,
gas pipes etc. that could cause a hazard if
damaged by use of the tool.
Dust and exhaust hazards
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Risk assessment should include dust
created by the use of the tool and the
potential for disturbing existing dust.
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Direct the exhaust so as to minimize
disturbance of dust in a dust filled
environment-
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Where dust or exhaust hazards are
created, the priority shall be to control
them at the point of emission.
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