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Use of a GFCI reduces the risk of electric shock.
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A moment of inattention while operating power
tools may result in serious personal injury.
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equipment such as dust mask, non-skid safety
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the Trigger or energizing power tools that
have the Trigger on invites accidents.
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Unapproved safety equipment may not provide
adequate protection. Eye protection must be
ANSI-approved and breathing protection
must be NIOSH-approved for the
specific hazards in the work area.
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The correct power tool will do the job better and
safer at the rate for which it was designed.
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Such preventive safety measures reduce the
risk of starting the power tool accidentally.
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are caused by poorly maintained power tools.