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b) Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces, such as pipes, 
radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric 
shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
c) Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a 
power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.
d) Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or 
unplugging the power tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges 
or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric 
shock.
e) When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cord suitable 
for outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of 
electric shock.
f)  If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable, use a 
residual current device (RCD) protected supply. Use of an RCD reduces 
the risk of electric shock.
3)  PERSONAL SAFETY
a) Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when 
operating a power tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired 
A moment of 
inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.
b) Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection. 
Protective equipment such as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, 
or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal 
injuries.
c) Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position 
before connecting to power source and/or battery pack, picking up or 
carrying the tool. 
energising power tools that have the switch on invites accidents.
d) Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on. 
A wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result 
in personal injury.
e) Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This 
enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations.
f)  Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Keep your hair, 
clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or 
long hair can be caught in moving parts.
g) If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and 
collection facilities, ensure these are connected and properly used. Use 
of dust collection can reduce dust-related hazards.
h) Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use of tools allow you to 
become complacent and ignore tool safety principles. A careless action 
can cause severe injury within a fraction of a second.
4)  POWER TOOL USE AND CARE
a) Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your 
application. The correct power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate 
for which it was designed.