Foreseeable Hazards In The General Use Of Hand-Held Tool; Projectile Hazards; Operating Hazards; Repetitive Motions Hazards - CELO FOX Betriebsanleitung

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• This tool has either selective actuation for contact actua-
tion or continuous contact actuation by actuation mode
selectors or is a contact actuation or continuous actua-
tion contact tool and has been marked with the symbol
above. Its intended uses are for production applications
such as pallets, furniture, manufactured housing, uphols-
tery and sheathing.
• If using this tool in selective actuation mode, always
ensure it is in the correct actuation setting.
• Do not use this tool in contact actuation for applications
such as closing boxes or crates and fitting transportation
safety systems on trailers and lorries.
• Be careful when changing from one driving location to
another.
Foreseeable hazards in the general use of
hand-held tool
• Tool user should assess the specific risks that may be
present because of each use

1. Projectile hazards

• The fastener driving tool shall be disconnected when
unloading fasteners, making adjustments, clearing jams
or changing accessories.
• During operation be careful that fasteners penetrate ma-
terial correctly and cannot be deflected/misfired towards
operator and/or any bystanders.
• During operation, debris from workpiece and fastening/
collation system may be discharged.
• Always wear impact-resistant eye protection with side
shields during operation of the tool.
• The risks to others shall be assessed by the operator.
• Be careful with tools without workpiece contact as they
can be fired unintentionally and injure operator and/or
bystander.
• Ensure tool is always safely engaged on the workpiece
and cannot slip

2. Operating hazards

• Hold the tool correctly: be ready to counteract normal or
sudden movements such as recoil.
• Maintain a balanced body position and secure footing.
• Appropriate hearing protection shall be worn.
• Use the correct energy supply as directed in the manual.
• Operating instructions shall direct the user on appro-
priate uses of the tool. This shall include information on
what applications are allowed and which are not, and the
associated risks such as when working on the back of
trucks and moving platforms, etc.
• Operating instructions shall warn about risks associated
with selective actuation.

3. Repetitive motions hazards

• When using a tool for long periods, the operator may
experience discomfort in t arms, shoulders, neck, or other
parts of the body.
• While using a tool, the operator shall adopt a suitable but
ergonomic posture. Maintain secure footing and avoid
awkward or off-balanced postures.
• If the operator experiences symptoms such as persistent
or recurring discomfort, pain, throbbing, aching, tingling,
numbness, burning sensation, or stiffness, do not ignore
these warning signs. The operator shall consult a quali-
fied health professional regarding overall activities.
• Residual risks relating to repetitive work hazards such as
duration of use in respect to working positions and forces
may exist. It is advised to consult EN 1005-3 and EN
1005-4 for such information.
• Any risk assessment should focus on muscular-skeletal
disorders and is preferentially based on the assumption
that decreasing fatigue during work is effective in redu-
cing disorders.

4. Accessory and consumable hazards

• The operating instructions shall specify the appropriate
accessories and consumables.
• Disconnect the energy supply to the tool, such as air or
gas or battery as applicable, before changing/replacing
accessories such as workpiece contact, or making any
adjustments.
• Use only the sizes and types of accessories that are pro-
vided by the manufacturer.
• Use only lubricants recommended by the tool manufac-
turer.
• Specification of the fasteners which can be used shall
include minimum and maximum diameter, length, and
fastener characteristics, such as gauge and angle.

5. Workplace hazards

• Slips, trips and falls are major causes of workplace injury.
Be aware of slippery surfaces caused by use of the tool
and of trip hazards caused by the airline hose.
• Proceed with additional care in unfamiliar surroundings.
Hidden hazards may exist, such as electricity or other
utility lines.
• This tool is not intended for use in potentially explosive
atmospheres and is not insulated from coming into con-
tact with electric power.
• Make sure there are no electrical cables, gas pipes etc.
that could cause a hazard if damaged by use of the tool.

6. Dust and exhaust hazards

• If the tool is used in an area where there is static dust, it
may disturb the dust and cause a hazard.
• Risk assessment should include dust created using the
tool and the potential for disturbing existing dust.
• Direct the exhaust to minimize disturbance of dust in a
dust filled environment.
• Where dust or exhaust hazards are created, the priority
shall be to control them at the point of emission.

7. Noise hazards

• Unprotected exposure to high noise levels can cause
permanent, disabling, hearing loss and other problems
such as tinnitus (ringing, buzzing, whistling or humming
in the ears).
• Risk assessment and implementation of appropriate
controls for these hazards are essential.
• Appropriate controls to reduce the risk may include ac-
tions such as damping materials to prevent workpieces
from "ringing".
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