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Foreseeable hazards in the general use of hand-held tool
Tool user should assess the specific risks that may be present as a result of each use.
1.
Projectile hazards
- The fastener driving tool shall be disconnected when unloading fasteners, making adjust-
ments, clearing jams or changing accessories.
- During operation be careful that fasteners penetrate material correctly and cannot be de-
flected/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 re-
coil.
- Maintain a balanced body position and secure footing.
- Appropriate safety glasses shall be used and appropriate gloves and protective clothing
are recommended.
- Appropriate hearing protection shall be worn.
- Use the correct energy supply as directed in the manual.
- Operating instructions shall direct the user on appropriate 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 the hands,
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 qualified 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 reducing disor-
ders.
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