Wear Approved Personal Protective Equipment
- A hardhat with protective face screen attachment
- Safety glasses with side-shields
- Hearing protection
- Ballistic chaps
- Tall leather work boots with steel toe and anti-slip sole
Before Starting the Saw
- Check controls, chain tension, all bolts and handles to ensure that they are functioning properly and are adjusted according to the manufacturers’s instructions.
- Fuel the saw at least 20 feet from sources of ignition.
- Start the saw at least 10 feet from fueling area, with the chain brake engaged, and the chain saw on the ground firmly supported. Do not “drop start” the saw.
- Check the fuel container. It must be made of metal or plastic and not exceed a 3 gallon capacity.
While Running the Saw
- Keep your hands on the handles, and maintain secure footing.
- Clear the area of obstacles that might interfere with cuttin ght etree or using the retreat path.
- Do not cut directly overhead.
- Shut off the saw or release the throttle prior to retreating.
- Shut off or engage the chain brake whenever the saw is carried more than 50 feet, or on non hazardous terrain.
