- Use on-tool dust extraction connected to an M-class vacuum for all wood cutting operations
- Wear RPE with a P3 filter when cutting, routing, or sanding timber generates airborne dust
- Follow the nail gun safety protocol — never point at people or bypass the contact trigger
- Use team lifts or mechanical aids for positioning heavy staircase assemblies and door frames
- Install edge protection in stairwells before fitting balustrades and handrails at height
- Complete a COSHH assessment for all adhesives, sealants, and wood treatment products used
- Inspect all power tools before each use and report defects to the supervisor immediately
- Monitor vibration exposure from power routers, planers, and sanders during the shift
- Fit fire doors to the certified specification including correct gaps and intumescent strips
- Wear safety glasses to protect eyes from wood chips and nail ricochet during fixing
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- DON'T cut or sand timber without on-tool extraction — wood dust is a proven carcinogen
- DON'T point a nail gun at yourself or others, even when you believe it is unloaded
- DON'T disable the contact safety on a nail gun to enable bump firing without assessment
- DON'T lift heavy staircase sections alone — use team lifts or a mechanical handling aid
- DON'T work in stairwells at height without edge protection or fall arrest in place
- DON'T use solvent-based adhesives in enclosed rooms without adequate ventilation running
- DON'T leave connected nail guns unattended where others could pick them up and misfire
- DON'T ignore vibration limits when using power routers and planers for extended periods
- DON'T modify fire door specifications — gaps, seals, and ironmongery affect fire rating
- DON'T dry sweep wood dust and shavings — use a vacuum with appropriate filtration
See also: Wood Dust Exposure | Nail Gun and Fixing Tool Safety
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