Warning! Toxic gasses can be harmful, even fatal. Wear a breathing filter and only use in a fully ventilated area, always downwind, and never in an enclosed space.

Protect your hearing against excessive noise, wearing the appropriate grade of ear plugs or ear muffs can help prevent hearing loss.

Using a residual current device (RCD) is advised when using the equipment to protect the user from electric shock, especially when using electrical equipment outdoors or in damp, wet conditions.

Protective clothing such as high visibility vests, or safety chaps when operating a chainsaw, is recommended and often compulsory. Wear appropriate safety clothing to protect yourself, even on small jobs.