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People Are Howling Over Scott Morrison Using A Drop Saw While On The Campaign Trail

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Published 05:33 3 May 2022 GMT+1

People Are Howling Over Scott Morrison Using A Drop Saw While On The Campaign Trail

The Prime Minister was given permission to use a mitre drop saw but proceeded without wearing safety equipment.

Charisa Bossinakis

Charisa Bossinakis

The Australian Prime Minister dropped by a worksite to flex his skills with an electric saw and his efforts have unfortunately been slammed by tradies around the country.

While on the campaign trail, Scott Morrison was given permission to use a mitre drop during his photo op.

He was allowed to cut a piece of wood but proceeded to do so without wearing any personal protective equipment.

The moment was captured on TikTok has already earned more than three million views.

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Many have criticised the Australian leader over his careless move during the media stunt.

One person wrote: “I thought for sure some finger tips would take flight.”

Another person commented: “holding the rail. ahhhhhh”

A third person said: “Where’s OSH everyone close to the saw should be wearing ppe gear regardless if you’re a master.”

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Among all the tradies wearing a hi-vis, the Prime Minister definitely stuck out like a sore thumb in his suit and tie.

Mr Morrison has hit back at the criticism he's copped over doing these hands-on photo opportunities.

When asked whether he thought these moments were silly, the Prime Minister told 3AW Radio it's important to understand what Aussies do at work.

"Whether it's cutting hair or working in tool shops or whatever – we've got 220,000 trade apprentices in trades right now, What I enjoy doing is standing there with an apprentice who shows me what they're learning. And then I'll have a go at it," Mr Morrison said.

"I'm trying to understand what they're learning, and I'm really proud of what they're doing."

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However, this isn’t the only awkward blunder Mr Morrison has suffered while partaking in a little manual labour.

Earlier this year, the Prime Minister made headlines again for lifting his helmet while he was welding at an Alice Springs worksite.

Despite Mr Morrison being supplied with the proper safety equipment, the leader momentarily lifted his helmet as sparks quickly flew at his face.

Following the incident, Secretary of the Australian Council of Trade Unions Sally McManus was among those to condemn Morrison's actions.

However, the PM defended his mistake while speaking to 2GB Radio.

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"This was a pretty tricky little device I was trying to use. I hadn't used that one before," he said.

"But, Ben, what I like to do, and it doesn't matter whether I'm at a welding shop or whether I'm in a hairdressers, I like to learn and understand what our trainees and apprentices are doing."

It’s all fun and games until someone gets hurt.

Featured Image Credit: TikTok/Toby Rozario

Topics: Australia

Charisa Bossinakis
Charisa Bossinakis

Charisa Bossinakis is an Associative Journalist at LADbible. Charisa has worked across various media platforms including, print, digital, radio and podcasting while maintaining the highest regard for quality work and integrity. She also covered everything from breaking news, to pop culture, entertainment and politics and is part of the editorial team for LADbible.

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