Chainsaw Safety Checklist
Chainsaw Safety Checklist
General Items
- Read the operator's manual before use
- Take a chainsaw safety training course
- Understand the kickback zone
Pre-Operation Checks
- Inspect chainsaw for damage or wear
- Check the chain tension and lubrication
- Ensure the safety features are functioning
- Verify fuel and oil levels
- Confirm that the chain brake works properly
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- Wear chainsaw chaps or pants
- Use cut-resistant gloves
- Put on a hard hat with face shield or goggles
- Wear hearing protection
- Use steel-toed boots
Safe Operating Procedures
- Maintain a firm grip on the saw with both hands
- Keep bystanders at least 10 feet away
- Be aware of your surroundings for hazards
- Avoid cutting overhead or from unstable positions
- Never operate a chainsaw while fatigued or under the influence
Post-Operation Procedures
- Clean the chainsaw after use
- Store chainsaw in a safe place, out of reach of children
- Perform regular maintenance checks
- Check and refill fuel and oil for next use
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