Get ready for work—you must wear:

• a work shirt and pants,
• work shoes with composite toe caps,
• safety glasses,
• hearing protection,
• work gloves.

Before you start work, you must: 

• Complete training in occupational health and safety and on-the-job training.
• Have no health contraindications to performing the work.
• Be familiar with the operating instructions for the machines and equipment used at your workplace.

Before starting work:

• Perform a visual inspection of the technical condition of the equipment and report any faults you notice to your supervisor.
• Prepare the workplace for the task (good lighting and sufficient working space).
• Prepare the necessary tools and equipment for work and keep your workplace tidy.
• Prepare personal protective equipment.
• Use clamps or other means to secure the workpiece. Always secure it to a stable surface! 
• Make sure there is enough free space behind the workpiece so that the saw blade does not hit anything.
• Before turning on the machine, check that the saw blade is not touching the workpiece.

During operation:

• Remove metal elements from the materials being cut (staples, nails, etc.).
• Only remove pieces of cut material after the device has come to a complete stop.
• Apply only the necessary pressure so as not to damage the saw blade.
• Hold the saw by the insulated handles during operation to protect yourself from accidental electric shock if the saw blade comes into contact with electrical wiring.
• Keep guards and safety devices in good working order; report damaged parts to an authorized person for repair.
• Use additional support when cutting long pieces.
• Securely fasten the items being cut to the work table.
• Hold the tool firmly and steadily.
• Protect the battery from falling and impact.
• Clean the saw blade and clamp of chips and debris. Remember to remove the battery before doing this!
• Keep your work area tidy and organized.

After finishing work:

• Turn off the saw. 
• Inform your replacement about the technical condition of the saw.
• Clean the saw and tidy up your work area. 

What should you not do?

• Allow unauthorized persons to be near the saw or while it is in operation.
• Use inappropriate or damaged tools.
• Remove covers and safety devices from the chainsaw.
• Put your hands near the moving saw blade.
• Remove pieces of material from the table with your hands or other objects while the machine is in operation.
• Cut round wood, e.g., branches.
• Work with a blunt tool.
• Machine elements exceeding the values specified in the technical data of the saw.
• Use saw blades that do not meet the technical parameters specified in the operating instructions.
• Use the device near flammable liquids or gases.
• Pull the plug out of the socket or pull on the charger's power cord while charging the battery.
• Cut elements that are too large.
• Store the tool at temperatures above 50°C.
• Use a damaged battery.
• Recharge a fully charged battery (this shortens its service life).
• Touch the saw blade or the workpiece immediately after finishing work (it may be very hot!).

Breakdown or accident?

• If something breaks, set the damaged device aside and report the fault to your supervisor.
• If an accident has occurred, do not move anything and inform your supervisor.
• In the event of a malfunction that poses a threat to the environment, switch off the device immediately and warn your colleagues in a clear manner. 
• In the event of an accident, immediately administer first aid to the injured person and call the emergency services if necessary.