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5-STAR SAFETY SERVICESafety is our priority, which is why we make sure that every piece ofequipment you hire from us has been fully and regularly serviced, maintainedand tested. Our 5-star approach to safety includes:DEMONSTRATIONOur staff are always happy to demonstratethe controls and features of the equipmentyou’re hiring from us.SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSWe make sure that all our equipment is suppliedto you with full written safety instructions.PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENTWe will advise you on suitable safety clothingand equipment for your hire.Dust/Spray Mask*Full range available,from fabric nuisance tofine particle filterCIRCUIT BREAKERS (RCD)We can provide a circuit breaker for all240v equipment.SAFETY ADVICEOur team can provide practical advice on howto use your hire equipment safely.Safety Helmets*Protection against overhead obstacles and moving objectsEye Protection*We offer a range of certified eyeprotection to EN 166B. Welding masksare supplied as standard with allwelding equipmentEar Defenders*To safeguard your hearing, we offergeneral purpose defenders andearplugsMuch of the equipment we offer forhire can be potentially dangerous ifused incorrectly or without the correctPersonal Protection Equipment (PPE).To assist you in maintaining high healthand safety standards, we haverecommended the PPE that should beworn when using each item of hireequipment using a series of symbols.Protective Gloves*In all styles and materialsto suit the jobResidual Circuit Breakers**For safer use of all 240velectrical toolsProtective Footwear*A range of styles andmaterials to suit the job andworking conditionsDUST REGULATIONSWHAT ARE THE REGULATIONS?(COSHH REGULATIONS 2002)To prevent the exposure to crystalline silicadust or, where prevention is not practical, tocontrol the airborne exposure limit to0.3mg/m3 per 8 hour TWA.WHAT YOUR RISK ASSESSMENTNEEDS TO COVER• Analyse your workplace. Are there anyhazardous substances? Is there extremedust exposure?• Deal with any hazards and eliminate otherrisks as much as possible. Make sure thatyou and your workforce are safely equippedto do the job, by reducing dust or usingpersonal protection equipment. Dustsuppression and extraction units areavailable from any Hire branch(see page 100 for more details)• Employ a safe working ethic by providingstaff with information, instruction andtraining on hazards• Look out for our safety icon, which appearsnext to products that could produce aharmful amount of dustNOISE REGULATIONSWHAT ARE THE REGULATIONS?The Control of Noise at Work Regulations2005 came into force on 6th April 2006. Theregulations aim to ensure workers’ hearingis protected from excessive noise at work,which could result in loss of hearing.HOW DO THEY AFFECT MEAND MY BUSINESS?For activity where there is likely to be acreation of dust, the Control of SubstancesHazardous to Health Regulations 2002requires a qualified person to carry out a riskassessment.Zhender Air Filter - see page 121HOW DOES IT AFFECT ME ANDMY BUSINESS?• Employers must assess the risk to theirworkforce’s health if the noise exceeds 80decibels• Employers must provide hearing protectionif noise exceeds 85 decibels (daily or weeklyaverage exposure)• Employees must not be exposed to noiseabove the limit of 87 decibels• Look out for our safety icon, displayed onproducts that require you to use earprotectionEar defenders are available to buyfrom any of our branches4 *Sale or Return **Hire or Sale 5