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Let’s all
SAFE USE OF POWER TOOLS get home safely,
every day

PRACTICE INSPECTION RULES

ALWAYS ENSURE...
A a tool has a portable
•
appliance test (PAT test) and
GOOD Always store your power tool Read the HAV assessment for the Always use a suitable cutting Hearing protection must be • that the run out date in
displayed on the tool.
tool. Know the action level and
worn for circular saws and
surface such as a cutting bench.
in the correct manner (saw of
To carry out a visual inspection
Never risk putting your limbs in
breakers airline blowers Petrol
do not exceed it.
stands etc).
harms way.
saws etc.
of the tool for any cracks or
breaks on the body or outer
casing.
• The plug is in good order with
Never remove no cracks in the casing or
PACTICE Do not discard tools on the Always ensure that tools are not Clean tool at end of use of any guards or • • The cable is in good order with
exposed wires.
no breaks in the outer sheave
modify tools
or exposed wires.
The guard is correctly fitted
ground. This does not only
that protects them from
BAD present trip hazards but also discarded and stored ina way excessive dust or concrete. in anyway! • and operates correctly (not
stuck if adjustable).
can allow the tool to become
adverse weather conditions.
If additional PPE is required
damaged.
get this when you take the
tool from the stores.
index mark
• Any additional handles are
fitted and do not remove.
• The blade or drill bit is not
excessively worn or damaged.
Riving knife
Riving knife must be fitted.
•
INSPECTION Ensure guard operates correctly If cables or plugs are damaged The riving knife prevents the timber Ensure tools are pat tested and • operates.
Starting tool correctly
•
biting the blade and causing kick
the date of the next inspection is
and springs back to the closed
in any way STOP. Return the tool
Look for:
either displayed on a sticker or a
back. Ensure that this knife is in
position.
to the site stores and report the
Any sticking of the trigger
tag.
place and secure.
fault.
If PAT is out of date STOP and
NEVER remove the riving knife to
mechanism and correct
achieve a plunge cut. Use a
return tool to stores for
rotation of the blade/drill bit.
replacement.
specific saw to carry out.
REPORT ALL FAULTS
REMEMBER…REPORT ALL FAULTS!
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