SafetyQuestion 87 of 100
When operating a gas-powered chipper/shredder, which practice is safest?
a.Wear loose clothing and no eye protection
b.Reach into the feed chute to clear jams while running
c.Feed material with your bare hands past the intake
d.Wear eye and hearing protection, keep hands clear, and never reach into the feed while running
Explanation
Chippers demand snug clothing, eye and hearing protection, and keeping hands well back from the feed opening, using a push stick or the branch itself to feed material. Never reach into the chute while the machine runs, as the feed mechanism can pull in a hand or arm instantly. Always shut down and lock out before clearing a jam.
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