FACTS
Primary hazards and types of injuries associated with manual and powered hand tools.- Cuts and Lacerations
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- Powered Tools: Electric or gas-powered tools like chainsaws can cause severe cuts and amputations if safety guards are not used or if the operator loses control.
- Eye Injuries
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- Flying Debris: Both manual and powered tools can eject debris such as wood chips.
- Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSDs)
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- Vibration Exposure: Powered tools like chainsaws and trimmers can cause Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome (HAVS), which affects circulation and nerve function in the hands and arms.
- Burns and […]
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