Working With An Electric Saw: Safety Precautions, Rules And Instructions For Handling The Tool

2023 Author: Philip Bishop | [email protected]. Last modified: 2023-08-25 07:54

• Types of electric saws
• Safety precautions when using an electric saw
• Preliminary preparation for working with an electric saw
• Saw safety
• Completion Requirements
• Conclusion

Electrically powered tools are now being used more and more in everyday life, as they have become compact and affordable. The use of power tools for the manufacture of a variety of metal and wood products significantly saves time and effort. And one of these is the electric saw. And to use it, you need to know the safety rules to avoid injury or worse.

Types of electric saws

There are two types of this tool:

1. Chain.
2. Disk.

The first option is suitable for sawing thick beams, large ridges, planks and plates.

The second type of electric saw is used when sawing beams and planks both lengthwise and across. In addition, this tool is equipped with two handles for convenience. When fixing it on a workbench, it turns out that a very convenient machine, often used in domestic production, is designed for sawing boards.

But no matter which of the tools you choose, you should know all the rules that you just need to follow so as not to harm yourself or others.

Safety precautions when using an electric saw

Safety instructions must be strictly followed when working with an electric saw. And dozens of conditions can be noted as mandatory. Let's divide all the rules in total into three parts:

1. Preliminary preparation for work.
2. Safety while using the tool.
3. Requirements for completion of work.

Each of these parts is undoubtedly important, and therefore we will consider all the rules of each of them in order.

Download the safety instructions for working with a saw.

Preliminary preparation for working with an electric saw

First of all, we will consider what needs to be done before starting work:

1. Prepare clothes. First of all, there should not be open areas on it, since knots can fly off, which are quite dangerous when flying at high speed. At least they can stick into the skin, but there have been cases of getting into the veins and arteries, which resulted in blood loss and even death.
2. It is also necessary to carefully prepare the workplace. There should be no people on it, the passages should be free, and in addition, there should be no foreign objects at all.
3. Before starting work, check whether the fastening of parts and electrical wiring is in good condition, whether the saw blade is securely fastened.
4. It is also worth checking the saw cable, it should in no case be damaged.
5. In addition, the saw must be grounded.
6. When using the tool, the mains voltage should not be higher than the permissible for work.
7. Sawing boards is only allowed in a dry, ventilated area. Do not work near water, in a humid or damp room.
8. It is important to keep a close eye on the saw blade or chain.
9. In addition, you should first check the oil level for lubrication, and top up if necessary.
10. All saw elements must be covered with a protective cover. Working without it is strictly prohibited.
11. We also note that it should be possible to turn off the saw as quickly as possible in an emergency, while it is also necessary to exclude the possibility of self-disconnection from the network.
12. Check the level of sharpening of the chain or blade, as poorly sharpened teeth of the electric saw will lead to its rapid and strong heating during operation.
13. Safety goggles must also be worn, and preferably a respirator or gauze bandage.

This completes the preparation rules, and now let's move on to the next point.

Saw safety

The next thing to consider is the safety rules when working with an electric saw, among them the following:

1. When working with a chain saw, only cross-cutting is allowed, but longitudinal sawing is prohibited, as this will lead to rapid heating of the chain.
2. It is also important to monitor the position of the power cord so that it does not get caught in the circuit.
3. In the event of an emergency, a special brake must be applied.
4. When working with the tool, it is necessary to emphasize with special teeth on the wood.
5. The chain must not be pinched between the layers of wood, which could lead to a break.
6. It is forbidden to find people in front of the saw torus during its operation.
7. Do not transfer the tool during operation.
8. If a tree is cut, it is necessary to make an oblique notch for a third of the trunk diameter from the side of most of the crown, and then finish it from the opposite.
9. No strangers are allowed in the working area when felling trees.
10. If any malfunctions occur, the tool must be turned off immediately and repaired, or returned for repair.

This completes the rules for working with a saw, but it is important to know the safety precautions when working with a saw in the event of an emergency. There are not many such rules, among them it can be noted:

1. In case of cable damage and electric shock, the assistant must immediately de-energize the device, provide first aid and call an ambulance.
2. In the event of a circuit breakage, or its convergence, you must immediately de-energize the device, and use the emergency brake to avoid injury.

That's all and now let's move on to the last stage.

Completion Requirements

The last thing to be aware of is the precautions to take when completing work with the saw.

1. The first priority is to disconnect the device from the mains and fold the cable.
2. The chain or disc must be removed and the sawdust cleaned.
3. Wipe with kerosene and until next use of the power tool, store in a specially equipped box.
4. Also, if problems are found, it is necessary to repair it or give it to the master.
5. Clean clothes from sawdust and dust, change clothes and take a shower.

Here is such a small set of rules when working with an electric saw.

See also how to choose the right chainsaw and do not forget about personal protective equipment.

Conclusion

Now, having familiarized yourself with all the rules for using the electric saw, you can safely work with it. But remember that safety is the most important thing that can save you from many problems at work, which can often result in injuries. In conclusion, we offer several videos on how to work with an electric saw.

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