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HLG HSE SPI 083 Rev 00 Power Actuated Tools
HLG HSE SPI 083 Rev 00 Power Actuated Tools
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Date Revision Description By Checked Approved
Rev
03
02
01
1.0 PURPOSE
To provide the safety requirements for the use of power actuated fastening tools.
2.0 SCOPE
This Instruction applies to all applications where power actuated tools are used.
3.0 DEFINITIONS
Nil
4.0 PROCEDURE
4.1 Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment
The introduction of Power Actuated Fastening tools to the construction industry has enabled many trades
to easily provide fixings into any substrate thus saving on costs of using older conventional methods.
However, in the wrong hands they can be very dangerous. It is essential therefore that these tools are
used only by trained, certificated and experienced operatives who are over 18 years of age, and because
cartridges are colour coded, should not suffer from defective colour vision.
4.4.2 Tools:
• Suitable for the task.
• Suitable for the environment
• In good condition.
• Safe to be operated in the vicinity of other site users.
• Provided with all necessary accessories.
• Are the tools issued by an authorized person in a controlled manner
5.0 REFERENCES
Nil
6.0 ATTACHMENTS
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