
Did You Know that Slip, Trip & Fall Incidents:
- Represent 15% of all accidental deaths, the 2nd leading cause behind motor vehicles (According to OSHA)
- Cost an average of $20,000 per case
- Negatively affects the employers by increasing industrial insurance premiums, costs associated with training replacement worker, and overall loss of productivity & business
Did You Know that Electrocution Incidents:
- Represent 5% of all occupational deaths and are the 3rd leading cause of private sector deaths in the construction industry (according to OSHA)
- Common electrical hazards include improper grounding, exposed electrical parts, inadequate wiring, damaged insulation, overloaded circuits, damaged tools and equipment
Advantages of Cordless Adoption:
- No wasted time searching for temporary power
- Gas & emissions limit indoor use for generators
- Restricted mobility, trip hazards, and poor condition of extension cords can create shock hazard. Long cords decrease tool power output & performance
- Battery platforms are compatible with many different tools offering solutions
- Cost savings
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Corded & Pneumatic Common Frustrations | Cordless Advantages | |
cords / hoses | Restricted Mobility Safety Hazard Potential Work Surface Damage |
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generators / compressors | Routine Maintenance Loud Noise Output | |
tools | Daily / Weekly Maintenance Loud Noise Output Mobility Restricted by Hose Length | |
cost ($) | Overall Setup Cost (tools, compressor, hoses, fittings) Service Cost Fuel/Electric Cost to Operate Tools Average warranty: 1-2 Years |
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compatibility | Different Tools Require Different Adaptor / Hose Sizes |
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