Building a Log Splitter

[arboriculturist]

Several on the Forum are building their own splitters.

 

As the splitting generally gets left to an Employee - need to get the H&S spot on!

 

Would anyone care to post any PHOTOS of the safety features on their splitters that require both hands to be on the splitting controls while a log is being split.

 

I have seen some which look horrendously un-ergonomic to use all day - needs to be comfortable to use in other words.

 

No more missing finger shots - please!

[CallumA]

its got to be 2 handed operation to keep there fingers out. Best to buy one there are lots out there to choose from, it all depends what you want to spend.

[woody paul]

its got to be 2 handed operation to keep there fingers out. Best to buy one there are lots out there to choose from, it all depends what you want to spend.

 

Yer just buy one all H&S approved no problem in getting anyone with good common sence to use it.

[arboriculturist]

Yer just buy one all H&S approved no problem in getting anyone with good common sence to use it.

 

Agreed, but those building their own Splitters are keen to see what the options are so they end up with a machine that is a pleasure to use (if that's possible)

[CallumA]

If you build one just use it yourself then if you take all or some of your fingers off its your own fault!! if an employee took some fingers off with your home made splitter, get some good legal advice!!

[arboriculturist]

If you build one just use it yourself then if you take all or some of your fingers off its your own fault!! if an employee took some fingers off with your home made splitter, get some good legal advice!!

 

Thanks.

 

Im too busy getting legal advice to use the splitter, so need all the safety features so the staff can operate it in safety!

[difflock]

Buy one.

A good choice available.

I would, of course, suggest Krpan from Marshalls Agric, or Posch from Wilsons or indeed one from Jim at Riko.

I would not/could not suggest building one for an employee to use.

Purely due to potential liability issues.

Simples.

Marcus

Edited June 27, 2014 by difflock

[SamWhiting12]

Yes I would be more tempted to buy one in especially if an employee is going to use it, as for companies to buy from, I would recommend Riko, I have the Riko A11and its been great. They have a large selection of machines, well built, and have great reviews on their machines on this site.

[treequip]

In order for it to be "pukka" for an employee to use it would need to conform to PUWER regs, that's going to cost you more than buying one off the shelf where all boxes have been ticked by the manufacturer.

 

If someone gets hurt with a machine you diy'ed or modified you had better reach for the lube and grab your ankles. First in line will be the HSE closely followed by the injured party's ambulance chaser.

[arboriculturist]

In order for it to be "pukka" for an employee to use it would need to conform to PUWER regs, that's going to cost you more than buying one off the shelf where all boxes have been ticked by the manufacturer.

 

If someone gets hurt with a machine you diy'ed or modified you had better reach for the lube and grab your ankles. First in line will be the HSE closely followed by the injured party's ambulance chaser.

 

All sound advice - Thanks