ASWP07 Arborist Hand and Power Tools
4.0 Legislation / Safe Work Practices
The following information has been provided listing relevant arborist safe work practices and
legislation requirements:
ASWP01 General Legislation
ASWP02 Work in a Safe Environment
ASWP02 Protect Self and Others
ASWP02 Arborist Job Planning
Legislation RRO / RSO Section Referenced
Industrial 851 / 90 41, 42, 43, 45, 51, 61,139
Construction 213 / 91 78, 79, 80, 81, 93,95,109, 113, 172,
173, 174, 176, 177, 179, 181, 195,
5.0 Mandatory Information / Work Practices
The following are the general mandatory requirements for an arborist when utilizing power or
hand tools. In addition to these requirements, the work practice contains specific requirements
that must also be followed.
Inspect all equipment tools daily / before use. Inspect for loose handles, cracks, defects,
loose bolts, sharpness etc.
All tools and equipment use, inspection and maintenance shall adhere to the
manufacturer's instructions where applicable
All appropriate Limits of Approach to electrical apparatus shall be maintained
Guards and sheaths should be used to protect sharpened edges of knives, blades or
chains, etc.
In electrical environment only tools designed, tested and maintained for electrical
environment shall be used
Gasoline, oil and gas powered equipment shall be stored separately from other personal
tools
Rigging equipment must be labeled with the appropriated Working Load Limit (WLL) or
Safe Working Load (SWL)
Power cords for electrical tools shall be monitored to ensure they are not cut or fall into
water
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