What general safety principles should you follow when using pneumatic nailing and stapling tools?
- context Permit only experienced and trained people to operate pneumatic nailing and stapling tools.
- context Provide proper training on the safe operation, potential hazards, and emergency procedures.
- context Wear safety glasses or goggles, or a face shield (with safety glasses or goggles) and, where necessary, use hearing protection.
- context Consider wearing protective, tight-fitting gloves to reduce the risk of cuts or punctures.
- context Wear non-slip, protective footwear.
- context Check tool safety mechanisms for proper operation.
- context Tighten all screws and cylinder caps securely.
- context Verify the air supply and pressure meet the manufacturer's specifications.
- context Inspect each tool before connecting it to the air supply:
- context Check that the tool is correctly and securely connected to the air supply hose, in good working order, and has a fully operating safety mechanism before using.
- context Always handle a tool as if it is loaded with fasteners (nails, staples, etc.).
- context Equip tools with a work-contacting element that limits the contact area to one that is as small as practical.
- context Make sure that the mechanical linkage between the work-contacting element and the trigger is enclosed to prevent unintentional firing.
- context Maintain a safe distance from others while operating the tool.
- context not in use.
- context performing cleaning or adjustments.
- context clearing blockages.
- context Disconnect the tool from the air supply and exhaust all air from the tool when:
- context Use only fasteners and components recommended by the manufacturer.
- context Allow only properly trained people to perform tool maintenance.
- context Make sure the work area is clean, well-lit, and free of obstructions.
- context Avoid working in wet or slippery conditions.
- context Make sure the workpiece is secured properly to prevent movement during operation.