WHAT’S AT STAKE

The dangers and hazards of string trimmers are often overlooked because string trimmers are so commonly used.

WHAT’S THE DANGER

String trimmers (weed whips) and edgers can cause injuries to the operator, co-workers or even bystanders. The common hazards include:

• Prolonged noise exposure causing hearing damage
• Muscle strain from holding equipment in an awkward position for long periods of time
• Fire and spills when refuelling
• Significant cuts and bruises
• High velocity projectiles that cause cuts and bruises including eye injuries.

Incident example

• A young worker got her hair sucked into the fan of a string trimmer while bending under a tree […]

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