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This document provides guidance on the safe use of cartridge-operated tools. It outlines that users must be trained and certified, read manufacturer instructions, and load tools away from the body. Hazards include using too powerful of a cartridge or firing into voids, thin materials, or near edges. When using the tools, proper personal protective equipment should be worn and the tool held squarely against the surface. Test fires should be done and the work area checked for bystanders. Tools should be cleaned, oiled and stored unloaded when not in use.
This document provides guidance on the safe use of cartridge-operated tools. It outlines that users must be trained and certified, read manufacturer instructions, and load tools away from the body. Hazards include using too powerful of a cartridge or firing into voids, thin materials, or near edges. When using the tools, proper personal protective equipment should be worn and the tool held squarely against the surface. Test fires should be done and the work area checked for bystanders. Tools should be cleaned, oiled and stored unloaded when not in use.
This document provides guidance on the safe use of cartridge-operated tools. It outlines that users must be trained and certified, read manufacturer instructions, and load tools away from the body. Hazards include using too powerful of a cartridge or firing into voids, thin materials, or near edges. When using the tools, proper personal protective equipment should be worn and the tool held squarely against the surface. Test fires should be done and the work area checked for bystanders. Tools should be cleaned, oiled and stored unloaded when not in use.
Overview This talk will cover: before use, safe use, hazards and after use of tools.
Before using cartridge tools
1 You must be trained, over 18, with a certificate of authority.
2 Read the maker’s instructions carefully before using the tool. 3 Load the tool with the barrel pointing away from you. 4 Never walk around with a loaded tool, load on site.
Hazards when using cartridge tools
1 The cartridge is too powerful for the task.
2 Voids in the structure being fired into. 3 Material being fired into is too thin. 4 Changes in the consistency of material. 5 Firing into the hole previously attempted fixing. 6 Trying to fix into excessively hard material. 7 Tool not held square to surface. 8 Fixing too near the edge of material.
Safe use of cartridge tools
1 Always wear PPE when using cartridge-powered tools.
2 Hold the tool at the right angles to the job when firing. 3 Check the material into which bolt is to be fired. 4 Carry out a test fire first. 5 Check there is nobody behind the target. 6 Allow at least 75mm from edge of concrete or brickwork. 7 Never place your hand over the end of the barrel. 8 In the event of a misfire wait a minute before unloading.
After use
1 Keep the tool clean and well oiled.
2 Never leave the tool loaded when not in use. 3 Cartridges should be kept under lock and key in a safe place.
REMEMBER ALWAYS TREAT CARTRIDGE-OPERATED TOOLS WITH RESPECT.
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