Posted By douglas erskine
short answer is yes although in my experience,the regulations in regard to hilti guns/cartridge tools are not followed on site at all,particularly in respect of the cartridges or people working adjacent to operations

Posted By ian mcnally
Cartridge tools & nail guns as you probably know are powered by either an explosive charge or compressed gas or air. The subject isn’t too complex from a user level point of view but as you can imagine, any of these tools are potentially lethal in untrained hands and so the training content needs to provide detailed information which should include; specific manufacturers specification - safe use to include common hazards – maintenance – storage – PPE. I have investigated accidents into both types of equipment and causation has normally be attributed to lack of or inadequate training. This just underscores the importance of ensuring proper training is given. I have attended a supplier training session as a supposed user. I must say I was not too impressed by its depth and feel the company was just paying lip service to hire out its product. I have been advised that some suppliers training is quite good although could not recommend any company personally.

Good luck with your quest.