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- CCOHS: Chainsaws
The Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS) promotes a safe and healthy working environment by providing occupational health and safety information and advice
- CCOHS: Chainsaws - Handling, Transportation, and Storage
Store your chainsaw in a cool, dry place Do not carry a chainsaw on your shoulder unless the chain is properly guarded or removed Do not transport chainsaws, fuel, or oil in the passenger compartment of a vehicle Review the manufacturer’s manual for additional safety instructions
- CCOHS: Chainsaws - Basic Saw Operations
Check the fuel tank of the chainsaw to make sure you have enough fuel to complete the job Running out of fuel when making a cut can be hazardous Clear the work area of brush and debris before cutting down the tree, and remove any lower limbs that may interfere with your work Do not overreach or cut above shoulder level
- Chainsaws - Safe Use of Chain Saws - Canadian Centre for Occupational . . .
Chainsaws - Safe Use of Chain Saws On this page What are some general tips to know when using chain saws? What are some safety tips to know when starting the saw?
- Chainsaws - Safe Use of Chain Saws
Chainsaws Chainsaws - Safe Use of Chain Saws On this page What are some general tips to know when using chain saws?
- Chainsaws - Basic Saw Operations Chainsaws - Canadian Centre for . . .
Check the fuel tank of the chainsaw to make sure you have enough fuel to complete the job Running out of fuel when making a cut can be hazardous Clear the work area of brush and debris before cutting down the tree, and remove any lower limbs that may interfere with your work Do not overreach or cut above shoulder level
- Chainsaws - Personal Protective Equipment and Clothing
In addition to the regular requirements for safety boots, chainsaw operators should wear boots made from cut-resistant materials that offer protection from contact with running chainsaws Boots made of ballistic nylon offer the best cut protection
- CCOHS: Chainsaws - Kickback
How can I reduce the risk of kickback? Back to top DO Select a chain saw that is equipped with kickback-reducing devices (e g , chain brake, low kickback saw chain, reduced kickback saw chain) that are designed for the chain saw that you are using and that meet standards like the CSA Standard Z62 3-11(R2021): Chain Saw Kickback, or ANSI Standard B175 1-2021 (Outdoor Power Equipment
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