Preventing Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome

While useful in a variety of settings, power tools don’t come without risks. Injuries resulting from improper or accidental use can lead to lacerations and abrasions on either the user or nearby workers and passersby. In addition to these dangers, excessive power tool use can lead to a potentially long-term condition called hand-arm vibration syndrome. What is hand-arm vibration syndrome…

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Choosing the Best Chainsaw: Ask Yourself These Questions

Finding the appropriate tool for the job can sometimes be a task in itself. Whether you need to fell a tree, trim some hedges, or cut logs, choosing the best chainsaw can make all the difference. Before purchasing a chainsaw, ask yourself these questions. How powerful is the chainsaw’s engine? Power, measured by cubic centimeters (cc), differentiates chainsaw engines. A…

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