Safety Talk

People who never touched a chainsaw before have been using these tools for disaster cleanup. So it's time for a safety talk on the hazards of these tools. The fact that it's powered is why the chainsaw is a labor-saving device, of course - and it's also the reason many operators get seriously hurt. Although some chainsaws are electric, most have gasoline-powered, two-cycle motors. These saws have become lighter, faster and more powerful, increasing the hazard to users. Three main hazards are associated with chainsaw use: Noise, vibration and cuts. Noise When the ear is exposed to high levels of noise, such as […]