When working with American Pneumatic Tools (APT), safety should always be the top priority. The following checklist ensures that each tool is inspected, maintained, and used correctly to prevent accidents and damage.

Pre-Operation Inspection

• All APT tools must be inspected to confirm they are in proper working order.
• Check all components to ensure they are tight, with no missing or damaged parts.
   

Operation Precautions

• DO NOT point the tool towards your body or others.
• ALWAYS point the tool firmly towards the workface; using the tool without impact on the workface may result in injury and damage.
   

Air Supply Safety

• NEVER adjust, remove, repair, or store tools without disconnecting the air supply and relieving hose pressure.
• Disconnect the air supply before changing tool steel or accessories.
• NEVER leave an idle tool connected to an air supply—this can prevent accidental actuation. Turn off the air supply at the source or compressor.
   

Work Area Precautions

• Keep all spectators at a safe distance from the work area.
• Inspect tool steel carefully for cracks or damage and avoid operating with damaged tool steel. Ensure the steel is properly sharpened for the application.
   

Tool Handling

• DO NOT touch tool steel or other accessories while the tool is in operation.
• Wear gloves, and check rubber handles for wear if the tool is equipped with them.
• NEVER use a pneumatic tool without a chisel retainer.
• Inspect retainers for damage or wear; do not use if worn or damaged.
• Ensure all bolts are torqued correctly.
   

Air Pressure and Hose Checks

• APT recommends air regulators to maintain air pressure at 90 psi (6.2 bar).
• ALWAYS inspect air hoses for cracks, worn threads, or damaged connections to prevent injury from a whipping hose.
• Manage excess hose to avoid tripping hazards.
   

Operator Preparedness

• Ensure proper footing and balance when operating air tools.
• Take time to consider safety for yourself and others. Not all dangers are listed here, so ALWAYS use common sense and good judgment.

Safety in the workplace relies on thorough preparation, attention to detail, and a commitment to best practices. Following these guidelines will help ensure safe and effective operation of pneumatic tools.