This document is a sample only and must be customized by the employer before adopting it in the workplace

Gas Powered String Trimmer/Brushcutter Training Checklist

Review of operator’s manual
Review of policy and procedures for operating the Gas Powered Push Lawnmower
Pre-operation inspection
Requirement to remove defective equipment from service
Required CSA/ANSI approved personal protective equipment (PPE) and work apparel
•  Safety glasses
•  Head protection where necessary
•  Hearing protection (ear muffs or plugs)
•  Work gloves during mower blade maintenance
•  High visibility/reflective traffic garment/vest
•  Long pants
•  High-cut (above the ankle CSA Grade 1 – green patch) workboots with foot protection and anti-slip soles
•  Apply sunscreen (15 SPF or higher) when UV Index is medium or higher
Shutdown prior to making adjustments, maintenance, unclogging chutes
Control measures to prevent finger or toe amputations, cuts and lacerations
Control measures to prevent projectiles from striking workers
Control measures to prevent gasoline fires
Emergency measures: communication, first aid, fire extinguisher
Control measures to prevent heat exhaustion and sunburn
Training Date: ______
I, ______, have received training for the safe operation of the Gas
Powered String Trimmer/Brushcutter. I am aware of my responsibility to report
hazards to the Supervisor and follow the policies and procedures of the
municipality.
Signature of Worker: ______
I, ______, as the Supervisor have provided training to this worker for
safe operation of the Gas Powered String Trimmer/Brushcutter. I am aware of my
responsibility to inform the worker of hazards and ensure the worker is following the
policies and procedures of the municipality.
Signature of Supervisor: ______

Revised Oct.2012