TS : Portable Hand Circular Saws

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PORTABLE HAND CIRCULAR SAWS

Circular saws are used mainly for the cutting of timber and ply for formwork etc, but how many of you actually check the saw before you start to use it?

 These simple checks must be carried out on a daily basis: 

·     Swing Guard - does it return to cover the teeth of the blade?

·     Riving Knife - is it still there and straight

·     Trigger switch and trigger safety interlock operating correctly?

·     Blade, is it sharp with a full set of teeth – if not return to the stores.

·     Are the depth and angle adjustments screws working / tight?

·     Has the sawdust outlet been cleaned (power disconnected)?

·     Check the electric cable and plug are in good condition?

·     Check the date tag–is it still in date / 3 months since last inspection?

·     What about PPE? Dust masks, safety glasses and hearing protection should be used as appropriate.

Other general safety points to be considered:

·     For blade adjustments always disconnect the power supply.

·     Do not carry the saw by the electric cable.

·     When cutting keep supply cable clear of blade.

·     Hold the saw firmly, let the saw do the work, don’t stall it

·     Ensure the wood being cut is secured / clamped.

·     Ensure the saw table and surrounding area is free of debris

·     Check under the work piece for cables and tools

·     Keep flapping clothing buttoned up

 

A daily check will only take a minute, an accident only take a second but hospital takes days