Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations (PUWER)





Nail Gun Safety
Identify nail gun risks and learn correct handling, PPE use, and procedures to prevent injury during operation.
Why This Course Matters
Prevent accidents and ensure compliance with PUWER regulations
This course addresses the risks and responsibilities of working with nail guns, a common yet potentially dangerous tool in many industries. Incorrect use or poor maintenance can cause serious injuries, equipment failure, or legal consequences. By understanding the manufacturers, components, and safe operating procedures, you’ll be better equipped to protect yourself, your team, and your business while staying compliant with UK workplace regulations.

About the Course
Delivered through concise video-based e-learning, this course is designed for accessibility across all devices—desktop, tablet, or mobile. You can pause, resume, or revisit content at any time, making it easy to learn at your own pace. Upon completion, you’ll receive an instant PDF certificate to demonstrate your competence and compliance.
Stay Safe and Compliant with Nail Gun Training
Protect yourself and your team with quick, effective training on safe nail gun use, PUWER compliance, and proper maintenance procedures.
What You’ll Learn
To make your learning experience as effective as possible, we’ve carefully structured the course into two bite-sized modules, each focusing on key skills and knowledge for nail gun safety.
Module 1: Introduction to Nail Guns and Components
⏱ Duration: 12 Minutes 15 Seconds- Identify nail gun manufacturers and understand their functions
- Learn about gas, nails, and batteries used in nail guns
- Understand proper storage, handling, and transport of nail gun components
Module 2: Safe Use, Inspection, and Maintenance
⏱ Duration: 11 Minutes 09 Seconds- Implement five crucial safety procedures for using nail guns
- Perform testing and inspections to detect potential damage
- Learn servicing techniques and correct component fitting sequence
Assessment and Certification
Multi-choice questionnareAfter completing each module in a course, learners will be prompted to take a short quiz to verify understanding. Upon successful completion of all modules, participants will receive a PDF certificate, ideal for training records and workplace audits.
Who Should Attend?
Designed for Every Industry, Every Role
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Essential training to safely operate nail guns on-site while meeting PUWER compliance.
Joiners & Carpenters
Learn proper component handling, fitting, and maintenance for safe and efficient work.
Maintenance Technicians
Gain knowledge to inspect, service, and ensure nail guns remain in safe working condition.
Testimonials
See what our customers are saying about us
The email reminders that help people remain compliant save valuable time for everyone. The support we have received has been second to none – truly impressive.
As a company we have really benefitted from the compliance element of our user portal. The ability to quickly check if someone attending site is inducted and certified to complete the work is invaluable.
We’d like to sincerely thank PowerPlus for their support throughout the creation of our Contractor Approval Process on our portal – it has been truly invaluable.
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