Brush Cutter Safety

Any powered garden tool should be treated with respect. MACHINES CAN BE DANGEROUS. Make sure you are familiar with the garden tool you are using and the safety guidelines for the job you are tackling.

Protecting the Operator

· Clothing is your basic protection. Wear long trousers and close fitting clothes. You don't want baggy clothing getting caught in any moving part.

· Tie back long hair, again make sure there is nothing that can get caught in a moving part of the machine.

· Shoes. Always wear sturdy supportive footwear, which has plenty of grip.

· Eyes. Brush cutters can throw up dirt, stones and twigs. Eye protection is a MUST. Safety goggles or face screens should be warn at all times.

· Noise. If you are operating a brush cutter for any length of time it is a good idea to use earmuffs or earplugs.

· Try and use a brush cutter with anti vibration components. · If a harness is worn make sure it is adjusted right for you, be comfortable.

· ALWAYS switch off the engine when making adjustments to the machine.

Before use

· Read the operators manual so you are familiar with the brush cutter.

· Walk the area to clear any objects, which could either damage the brush cutter or be hazardous to the operator.

· Check the blades of the brush cutter to ensure they haven't been damaged. · Check that all guards are in place and operating.

· Check the fuel level.

Re-fuelling safety

· Do Not overfill the tank · Do Not re-fuel while the engine is hot.

· Never smoke near fuel.

Safe Distance

· Always keep people at a safe distance and stop immediately if someone approaches you while you are operating the brush cutter. Brush Cutters can throw up objects, which can injure.

Safe Operation

· Start on firm ground

· Hold with both hands

· Keep blades below waste level

· Always stand on the proper side of the brush cutter. On a curved shaft unit, the line head rotation is clockwise so cut to the left. On a straight shaft unit the line head rotation is counter clockwise so cut on the right side. Always check you manual.

· Bring the engine to operating speed before trying to cut.

· Do not run the engine faster than needed to cut the task in hand.

· Return the engine to idle when not cutting

· ALWAYS switch off when you try to unclog the brush cutter. Avoid placing hands near the blades, use a stick to unclog.

After Use

· Leave the engine on idle so it may cool down before finally switching off.

· Always switch off before putting the brush cutter down.

· Clean

· Protect the blades

· Inspect the brush cutter for any damage or loose fittings

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