The Easy Guide to Outdoor Power Tools

Outdoor power tools like brush cutters, whipper-snippers or edgers, can fling up objects like sticks stones and glass at high speed. To avoid accidents and keep the workplace safe for operators, fellow workers and the public, there are certain precautions that must be taken when working with outdoor power tools. This Easy Guide to Outdoor Power Tools course highlights the risks associated with using outdoor power tools and lays out some simple risk control measures that can be implemented prior to operating any outdoor power tool to minimise the risk of injury. Once the course is completed, you will have learnt about the importance of scanning an area before beginning work, the importance of wearing the appropriate PPE, how to refuel the power tool safely and some simple rules for for using a chainsaw. This course is one part of our 47 part “The Easy Guide to” series.