V Cut Mitre Saw

V Cut Mitre Saw

Acronyms

• LOTO - Lockout/Tagout.

• PPE - Personal Protective Equipment.

• SOP - Safe Operating Procedure.

• SDS – Safety Data Sheet.

Hazards

What can cause harm?

• Noise

• Electricity

• Blades

• Moving parts

• Manual Handling

• Poor housekeeping

Personal protective equipment

Pre-operational inspection

• Follow the pre-operational checklist in the manufacturer’s operational manual, ensure:

  • The correct blade has been selected & installed

  • The blade is secured, sharp and turns freely

  • All guards are in position, are in good working order

  • All keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from the saw.

Blade replacement

• Replace cracked, chipped, or damaged blades immediately