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Toolbox talk: pressure washer safety

The jet can cut skin. About 5 minutes.

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  • About 5 minutes
  • 6 points
  • Attendance recorded in Reldro
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Why this matters

A high-pressure jet can injure skin, and the damage may be worse than it looks.

What to cover

  1. Never point the jet at a person, or at your own hands or feet.
  2. Check hoses and fittings for wear.
  3. Keep electrical equipment dry and use a GFCI.
  4. Brace for the recoil with both hands on the wand.
  5. Release pressure before you disconnect.
  6. Get medical help for any injury from the jet, even a small one.

Ask the crew

  • What's the pressure of this washer?
  • Who's near the spray?
  • What would you do if the jet hit someone?

One thing to do today

Inspect the hoses and trigger lock on each washer.

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