HAZARDS

A weed Wacker is designed to rotate a blade or string at high speeds which not only cuts the desired brush or grass, but also often throws stones and other objects at high rates of speed. These thrown objects can cause property damage incidents or injuries to bystanders. Workers need to evaluate the work area and task and take into account the possibility of these types of incidents occurring due to thrown objects.

OTHER HAZARDS

Eye injuries are the most common injury for workers using trimmers. Lacerations to the user and others may occur when sharp objects are sent flying during use. […]