Posted By Philjimman We are planning to undertake a social challenge within the next month and a half, and it could possibly involve the construction of a wooden boardwalk and handrails. A similar challenge has taken place within the company before and they made use of personal power tools, such as circular saws and power drills. We were wondering if there are any set guidelines or policies that we should be aware of concerning the use of such tools, or will risk assessments be sufficient, with the assumption that the owner of a particular tool is competent to use it, or if any further training or proof of competency is needed.

Posted By Philjimman Does anyone have any further information?

Posted By Jim Tassell (2) Been there... I agree with John J. Start with a sensible risk assessment translated into a clear briefing document for all participants (that we nerds might call a method statement). Power tools - only be prior agreement with the owners/users. No one to use them except the named owners who you politely check out for basic competency and condition of equipment well ahead of time. Oh and battery tools only of course! If your MD wants to bring his chainsaw then you've got a problem.