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1.4 Protective Equipment
When using the
blower for
(a) Hard hat
(b) Working wear (long sleeve jackets and full-
length pants of heavy material)
(c) Protective shoes (sturdy boots with nonslip sole)
(Steel-toed safety boots are recommended.)
(d) Gloves (heavy-duty, nonslip gloves)
(e) Goggles that meet the requirements of ANSI
Z87.1.
(f)
Face shield (or face screen) (use together with
goggles is recommended)
(g) Ear protection
Note
Do not wear any jewelry, neckties or scarves.
Secure hair so it is above shoulder level.
If the jackets or pants are loose, tighten the cuffs or hems.
Do not wear short pants, sandals, or go barefoot.
1.5 Noise
A person operating the blower must use ear protection equipment.
However, take care when wearing the ear protection equipment. Your ability to hear shouts or alarms is
restricted.
1.6 Vibration
Vibration generated by the blower may cause vibration induced Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome (HAVS).
This will cause swelling pain or numbness of hands, and there is a risk of affecting the hand.
To prevent such problems, do not continuously operate for a long time. Instead, take an appropriate break.
blowing, it is recommended to wear the following protective equipment.
Hard hat
Goggles
Ear protection
Face shield
Working wear
Gloves
Protective
shoes
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