Chainsaw Operating Safety Guide: Protecting Yourself and Others

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Chainsaw Operating Safety Guide Protecting
Yourself and Others
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About Us
Chandakagro equipment offers the best quality
agricultural equipment at an affordable price. We
have a various range of products like Brush
Cutter, mini tillers, car washers, sprayers, etc.
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Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

• Head Protection Helmet with a face shield or
  goggles to protect from flying debris.
• Ear Protection Earplugs or earmuffs to reduce
  noise exposure.
• Hand Protection Anti-vibration gloves to
  decrease hand fatigue and provide a better grip.
• Leg Protection Chainsaw chaps or pants to
  protect from cuts.
• Foot Protection Steel-toed boots for foot safety
  and better traction.

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Chainsaw Safety Features

• Chain Brake Stops the chain if a kickback
  occurs.
• Throttle Lock Prevents the chainsaw from
  accidentally accelerating.
• Anti-Vibration Features Reduces fatigue and
  long-term health risks.
• Chain Catcher Captures a broken or derailed
  chain to prevent it from striking the operator
  Petrol chainsaw.

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Safe Chainsaw Operation Techniques

• Starting the Chainsaw Start on the ground or
  between the legs, not in a "drop start".
• Holding the Chainsaw Two hands at all times,
  left hand on the front handle and right hand on
  the rear handle.
• Cutting Position Stand to the side of your
  cutting path, not directly behind.
• Avoiding Kickback Do not use the tip of the saw
  for cutting, and be aware of the pinch points.

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Working Environment Safety

• Check for Obstacles Ensure the area is clear of
  trip hazards, bystanders, and animals.
• Weather Awareness Avoid working in high winds,
  storms, or wet conditions.
• Escape Path Always plan and clear an escape path
  when felling trees.
• Awareness of Overhead Dangers Beware of falling
  branches or power lines electric chainsaw .

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Maintenance Storage

• Regular Inspection Check the chainsaw for loose
  parts, sharpness, and tension of the chain.
• Proper Storage Store in a dry place away from
  children and fuel sources.
• Fuel Safety Use correct fuel/oil mix, and refuel
  in a well-ventilated area away from sparks or
  flames.
• Sharpening Ensure chain is sharpened correctly
  to ensure efficient cutting and reduce the risk
  of kickback.

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