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Personal protection equipment
The Australian Standard AS 2727 Chainsaws – Guide for Safe Working Practices lists the items of
personal protection equipment (PPE) that a chainsaw operator must use. Remember that PPE is at
the lower end of the scale of risk control, and will not guarantee your safety. Proper risk
assessment and safe work practices must always be followed.
The items below are recommended when working in a forest environment. Refer to the list of
technical standards at the back of this manual for more detailed specifications.
• Safety helmet (AS/NZS 1801)
Must be replaced if cracked, damaged or past expiry date. Avoid damage caused by attaching
stickers, storing in direct sunlight and contact with solvents. A legionnaire-style flap can be
attached to protect the back of the neck.
• Eye protection (AS/NZS 1336 and 1337)
Preferably non-scratch and non-fogging. Can be either clear or mesh visors or goggles. Safety
glasses should also provide an acceptable level of protection.
• Steel-capped safety boots (AS/NZS 2210)
Boots should also have non-slip tread
and lace-up for better ankle support.
• Cut resistant trousers or chaps
(AS/NZS 4453)
The cut resistant layers cannot be
repaired and the garment should be
replaced if it has been cut. The
effectiveness of the cut resistant layers
may be reduced over time by the
absorption of oil when used regularly.
• High-visibility vest/shirt (AS/NZS
4602)
Long sleeves are preferable for sun
protection. Some vests are also
reinforced with cut resistant fabric for
added protection.
• Safety gloves
Should be snug fitting and of a hard
wearing, protective fabric. Some gloves
have gel cushioning to protect against
vibration. Protective wrist bands and
forearm guards are also available.
• Hearing protection (AS/NZS 1270)
May be either ear plugs or ear muffs.
Be aware that ear plugs and some
cheap ear muffs may not provide
sufficient protection when using larger
saws. Check with your dealer for
correct level of protection required for
your chainsaw.
Safety helmet
Hearing protection
Eye and face
protection
High visibility
vest or shirt
Cut resistant
gloves
Cut resistant
leg protection
Steel-capped
safety boots
Figure 6: Personal protective clothing and equipment.
070902 Chainsaw Manual 3pp.indd 9 2/09/09 17:17:13
Chainsaw Operator's Manual:
Chainsaw Safety, Maintenance and Cross-cutting Techniques,
by ForestWorks
Published by CSIRO Publishing, 2009, 64pp
©ForestWorks 2009
http://www.publish.csiro.au
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