stripping cables , SWA etc

[eckersecker]

I work at a factory and they have just banned the use of all knives on site. I have side cutters, but can anyone recommend a tool for nicking ordinary flex to get outer sheath off as I used to use my knife. Also is there a tool that works for stripping the inner and outer sheaths when doing SWA?
I'm guessing I need at least 2 different tools.

 

[Octopus]

cpc farnell do a tool for rotary cutting flex etc. part no TLAB063

Available from CPC Farnell today until 23.59 with free delivery.

 

[BlueToBits]

I can understand that some industries have banned certain tools and methods. They don't want to be sued for any accidents that could be attributed to lack of training, supervision or instruction. Our industry is all about using tools, for which many years of training, supervision and instruction is included within the electrical apprenticeship. Surgeons, are allowed to use fixed blades because, without exception, they are all trained to use them. Electricians are now not allowed to use 'Stanley' knives because there has become a significant percentage who have not been properly trained, some have no skill training whatsoever. That is not to say that I have never cut myself, but If I followed my training every time, this would never happen.

 

[Knobhead]

Now there’s a good one, surgeons are using sharp implements. Just wait until the HSE gets their hands on that one!

As has been said, the thing about being a tradesman is being trained in the safe use of your tools. If someone cuts their selves with a Stanley knife I’ll put money on it being blunt.

 

[Marvo]

If someone cuts their selves with a Stanley knife I’ll put money on it being blunt.

Usually the knife isn't sharp but occasionally the user isn't too sharp either.