Cold weather means seasonal projects are coming to an end. Take advantage of the winter season and let Esch help train your crew. Through years of experience, we have discovered three main areas of focus to keep your teams working safer and to reduce downtime: Saw & Blade Safety Training, Saw Maintenance Training, and Equipment Operator Training. Our goal is to help you prevent injuries, reduce saw and diamond blade…
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OSHA Silica Rule – Take Action!
The deadline to comply with OSHA Silica Rule has come and gone, but it’s not too late to take action! OSHA began enforcing the new silica standard on September 23, 2017, which specifies that employers are mandated to limit worker exposure to respirable crystalline silica dust. This means reducing the permissible exposure limit of silica dust to 50 micrograms per cubic meter of air averaged over an eight hour shift.…
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Proper Inspection & Usage of Handheld Cut-Off Saws
Handheld Cut-off Saw Safety Cut-off saws are powerful tools for contractors to cut concrete, metal, and other materials. Before using your cut-off saw (aka quickie saw), make sure to do a quick inspection to ensure you are making your cuts safely. Before Cutting Check the machine for loose or missing fasteners Make sure to replace and/or tighten all screws and bolts. Check the throttle trigger, trigger interlock, and stop switch…
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Cut-Off Saw Blade Flange Safety
Key Takeaways Blade Flange Plays an Important Role in Cutting Efficiency Inspect the Blade Flange Before Operating Your Saw Replace Worn or Broken Blade Flanges Operating your cut-off saw requires precision and safety. Items that can be commonly overlooked are the inner and outer blade flanges. This unassuming part plays a significant role in ensuring the safety and efficiency of your cutting operations. In this blog post, we'll cover cut-off…
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