Safe Use of Tile Cutters
A safety talk covering proper scoring technique, eye protection, and controlling tile fragments.
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Key Hazards
- Flying tile fragments
- Cuts from sharp edges
- Incorrect scoring leading to tile shatter
2–3 Minute Talk Script
Safe use of tile cutters is important for flooring crews, remodelers, and facility workers. Tile can chip or shatter when scored incorrectly.
Workers should score tiles with steady pressure, avoiding rapid or uneven scoring.
Different tile materials require different scoring wheels. Porcelain and ceramic respond differently under pressure.
Eye protection is essential when snapping tiles along the scored line.
Safety Reminders
- Score tiles evenly.
- Use proper scoring wheels.
- Wear eye protection.
- Secure tiles before snapping.
Ask the Crew
- What tile material are we cutting today?
- Do we have new scoring wheels available?