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Circular Saw Safe Work Procedure or Work Method Statement

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

This 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.

The Procedure includes:

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

 

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The Safety Procedure is in MSWord Format for unlimited printing and use. The Procedure will be emailed directly to you.

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Additional Safety Information for Circular Saws

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.

Some Circular Saw blades tend to ring when cutting through material, causing a high pitched whine. The ring is caused by vibration of the blade due to the shock waves from the cutting teeth. Purchase anti-vibration blades where possible.

 

References:

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