Safety Tips When Dealing With Stumps
Being conscientious of safety while operating stump grinders is important. Injuries resulting from the use of stump grinders can include fractures, loss of limb, or even death. Make sure that your crew knows the proper safety procedures before they head out into the field. The following are insights from stump service professionals about safety while operating stump grinders.
Safety features to look for
Stump grinders of today have many safety features incorporated into their design. Among those are safety curtains that prevent flying debris from being thrown toward the operator, and guarding around the cutter wheel and other moving parts. Some are equipped with emergency shutdown devices and/or operator presence devices. The most important thing an operator can do to protect himself.
Training your crew
Make sure operators know the machine and have learned how to operate it properly under close supervision. Train operators on the basic general principles of stump removal and on the specific operation of the stump cutter they are using. Any stump cutter operator should read and understand the machine’s operator manual before operating the machine.
Prepping the property
Before even getting to work with the stump grinder, it’s important to assess the property on which you will be removing the stump. Make sure that the stump is clear of debris. Once you’ve checked for debris and buried objects, position the stump cutter, making sure the machine is stable and the operator has good footing and a clear path to exit the work area. If working on a slope, position the machine and operator below the stump on the downhill side. However, operators should avoid working on steep slopes.
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