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74 355-BQD-01-IAAP © 2024, Workplace Safety & Prevention Services (WSPS) | 1 877 494 WSPS (9777) | WSPS.CA Landscape Ontario – Workplace Safety Tailgate Talks POST HOLE AUGERS Personal Protective Equipment Equipment Hazards What do you foresee being the most common type of injury related to post hole augers? How can we prevent such incidents from occurring on the jobsite? Care should be taken to ensure post hole augers are operated safely when digging post holes and handling fencing material. Prevention Points There are different types of augers or diggers available (e.g. PTO types, skid steer, single or two persons powered, etc.). Review the General Health & Safety Best Practices section on page 7 before performing any task. Contact utilities for location of underground cables and utility supply before digging. Operate the auger at slow speeds. Dig the hole in several steps by cleaning the auger frequently. This reduces the load and allows for better control. Do not lock the control in the "on" position. Shut off the driver and stop the power source if the auger jams. Turn the auger backwards until clear. ! ?