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PERSONAL CONDITION AND SAFETY EQUIPMENT
Hedge Clipper users risk injury to themselves and others if the shaft hedge clipper is used improperly and or safety
precautions are not followed. Proper clothing and safety gear must be worn when operating a shaft hedge clipper.
Physical Condition
Your judgment and physical dexterity may not be good:
• if you are tired or sick,
• if you are taking medication,
• if you have taken alcohol or drugs.
Operate unit only if you are physically and mentally well.
Eye Protection
Wear eye protection that meets ANSI Z87.1 or CE requirements
whenever you operate the unit.
Face & Head Protection
When trimming overhead, wear head protection meeting ANSI Z89.1
with a full face shield.
Hand Protection —
Wear no-slip, heavy duty work gloves to improve your grip on the
unit handles. Gloves also reduce the transmission of machine vibration
to your hands.
Hearing Protection —
Wear hearing protection. ECHO recommends wearing hearing protec-
tion whenever unit is used.
Proper Clothing —
Wear snug fitting, durable clothing;
• Pants should have long legs, shirts with long sleeves.
• DO NOT WEAR SHORTS,
• DO NOT WEAR TIES, SCARVES, JEWELRY.
Wear sturdy work shoes with non-skid soles;
• DO NOT WEAR OPEN TOED SHOES,
• DO NOT OPERATE UNIT BAREFOOTED.
Hot Humid Weather —
Heavy protective clothing can increase operator fatigue which may lead
to heat stroke. Schedule heavy work for early morning or late afternoon
hours when temperatures are cooler.
WARNING
DANGER
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