MC Concrete & Industrial

Construction Corporation

SAFETY
METHODOLOGY
(POWER TOOLS)

THE GARDEN TOWERS

TOWER 2

ARNAIZ AVE. AYALA, MAKATI

CITY
MAKITA: ANGLE GRINDER

PRE-OPERATIONAL SAFETY CHECKS

 Ensure You have a suitable, safe work area.
 Check that the discs, guards and handle are secure.
 Check that the safety guard covers half the disc.
 Examine the power lead and plug for obvious damage.

OPERATIONAL SAFETY CHECKS

 Do not plug until all adjustments have been made.
 Do not fit grinding disc that have been dropped, damaged or become wet any
stage.
 Ensure your work place is secured and supported.
 Keep fingers, hands and clothing clear of the disc.
 Use the grinder only in designated work area – preferably behind a portable
screen.
 Be aware of flying hot sparks. Hold the grinder so that any sparks fly away from
you and anyone nearby, and away from all flammable materials.
 Allow the grinder to reach operating speed, then apply load gradually. Maintain
a constant pace to avoid uneven surfaces.
 Maintain complete control. Always operate with both hands. Keep a proper and
steady footing.
 Do not apply excessive force and avoid prolonged use.
 Avoid prolonged use high pressures. This could overheat the motor.
 Violent kickback can occur, particularly when cutting.
 Leather gloves must be worn when handling hot metal.
 Turn off after use. Do not place the grinder down until the disc has stopped
rotating.

HOUSEKEEPING
 Do not lift or carry the angle grinder by the power cord.
 Leave the work area in safe, clean and tidy condition.

POTENTIAL HAZARDS
 Rotating, sharp parts
 Hot Sparks and burns
 Dust and fumes
 Eye Injuries
 Electricity
 Noise
MAINTENANCE

 Always be sure that tool is switched off and unplugged before attempting to
perform inspection or maintenance.
 The tool and its air vents have to be kept clean. Regularly clean the tool‘s air
vents or whenever the vents start to become obstructed.
 The maintain SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, carbon brush inspection and
replacement, any other maintenance or adjustment should be performed by
MAKITA Authorized or Factory Service Center, always using MAKITA replacement
parts.
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