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You are buying a new bench saw for the site joinery shop.

What must the saw be under PUWER?

Choose one answer.

  1. A. The cheapest model available
  2. B. Fitted with guards that can be removed to make cutting faster
  3. C. Usable by anyone on site without any training
  4. D. Suitable for the job, with guards and an emergency stop
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D

  • A. Wrong: Wrong. Price is not the test. It must be suitable and safe.
  • B. Wrong: Wrong. Guards must stay in place.
  • C. Wrong: Wrong. HSE says only people with adequate training should use it.
  • D. Right: Right. HSE says work equipment must be suitable, safe and maintained, with protective devices such as guarding and emergency stops.

Explanation

Work equipment must be suitable, maintained, inspected, fitted with protective devices, and used only by trained people.

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