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501 EM 385-1-1 Construction Safety Hazard Awareness for Contractors Sections 7 - 13
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13.F Chainsaws.

13.F.01 Chainsaws must have an automatic chain brake or kickback device.

Use special care when using chainsaws.

13.F.02 The idle speed must be adjusted so that the chain does not move when the engine is idling.

13.F.03 See Section 5 for proper PPE.

13.F.04 Chainsaws will not be fueled while running, while hot, or near an open flame. Saws will not be started within 10 ft (3 m) of a fuel container.

13.F.05 The operator will hold the saw with both hands during all cutting operations.

13.F.06 A chainsaw must never be used to cut above the operators' shoulder height.

13.F.07 See Section 31 for tree maintenance and removal requirements.

Knowledge Check Choose the best answer for the question.

13-7. Chainsaws will not be started within _____ of a fuel container.