HKarb

I've been researching mini chainsaws, but have little knowledge. The GTA40 looks great for what I need it for. however, it maybe used by multiple people and I have some questions about the safety. When I compare to other mini chainsaws: the GT26 has a protective hood over the top of the chain, as do other brands such as Stiga, Makita, Husqvarna, Ryobi. The DeWalt and Milwaukee don't have a protective hood, but they do have a protective handle over the top hand grip, and the DeWalt also has a tip guard. From what I can see, the GTA40 is the only one in the category that doesn't have either a protective hood or protective handle (or tip guard). So does this mean the safety of the GTA40 is worse, or is the protective hood and protective handle not really useful. One difference I did notice was that most others in the category are marketed as being able to use one-handed. The GTA40 is marketed as 2 handed, although given the lightness of it and looking at some YouTube videos, people are using it one handed and the temptation would be there. So I'm keen to know just how safe are they, how much PPE are people wearing, are people really using them gloveless, and is the GTA40 less safe due to the issues above. Any advice would be much appreciated thanks! thank you