Circular Saw Safe Work Procedure or Work Method Statement

The Safety Procedure includes:

• Personal Protective Equipment
• Operators Requirements
• Pre-Start Checks
• Safety Notes
• Operation
• Kick Back
• Blade Vibration
• Blade Replacement
• General Maintenance
• Risk Ratings

• 4 Page Complete Procedure
• MS Word Format
• Ready To Use
• Version 4.0

General Circular Saw Safety Information:

The three page Safe Work Procedure outlines the Safety Steps required to operate a hand held Circular Saw Safely.

This Safe Work Procedure or Work Method Statement has been developed for employers to be able to give direct instructions on how to use a Circular Saw Safely.

The document can be used as part of an Induction Process, submitted with a tender or simply implemented into your existing OHS System.

Circular Saws:

• Can generate noise in excess of 85 dB(A) so hearing protection is vital.
• Are designed to cut and will cut through hands, arms etc. just as easy as wood. Safe work procedures must be adopted and adhered to.
• Are designed for right-hand operation; left-handed operation requires greater concentration and training.

References:

Queensland – Plant – Code of Practice
Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety – OSH Answers
United States Department of Labor - Occupational Safety & Health Administration – Woodworking e Tool