1The best power tool and equipment providers incorporate innovative safety technology into their products for keeping users safe and productive on the jobsite. Ergonomic designs with built-in features for enhancing safety, such as automatically stopping tool operation when a bind-up is detected, reduce the likelihood of getting seriously hurt. Even so, injuries related to operator errors, bind-ups, misuse, drops and other mishaps are possible. That's why we're providing saw safety tips and guidelines for preventing incidents and ensuring safer, more productive jobsites.
While saw incidents account for less than 1% of all recordable injuries, finding your finger on the wrong side of the blade is a preventable accident. For starters, when working with any type of saw you should always wear the appropriate personal protection equipment (PPE). Safety glasses, ear protection, gloves, sturdy shoes, and a hard hat will help protect you. When cutting dusty material or not using a wet saw, a ventilation mask will also help ensure your safety.
But saw safety goes beyond your PPE. Remember you're working with a dangerous piece of equipment with a blade running anywhere from 3,000 RPM (Revolutions Per Minute) up to 50,000 RPM. In a split second, you can go from cutting material to an amputated body part. Be sure to take your time and be aware of your handhold positions so your hands are clear of the blade throughout the movement of the cut. Check your equipment frequently to ensure that it is operating optimally to reduce the risk of malfunction.
At C.D. Smith, our "Think Safe. Work Safe." culture encourages and empowers all site workers and visitors to put safety first. Through safety communication, education, training and inspiration, incidents can be prevented.
The purpose of our Safety Program and site-specific safety plan is to provide policy and guidelines to eliminate injuries and create the safest possible jobsite. The prevention of injuries is the first and primary consideration of this program. Our entire project team, backed by corporate leadership, strictly enforces our safety program to ensure a safe environment for all construction professionals and site visitors.
Date: Apr 29, 2021 | Author: Mercedes Tucker
1Safety Solutions | Milwaukee Tool web page has more information on Milwaukee Tool's tradition of improving safety through product innovation.
