1. Position cutting station so that wind will blow dust away from user or others in working area and allow for ample dust dissipation.
2. Use one of the following methods based on the required cutting rate and jobsite conditions.

Cutting Methods

Best

• Score and snap using carbide-tipped scoring knife or utility knife (Ability to use this method depends on thickness of Magnum® Board being installed.)
• Fiber-cement shears (electric or pneumatic).

Better

• Dust reducing circular saw equipped with appropriate blade and HEPA vacuum extraction.

Good (for low to moderate cutting only)

• Dust reducing circular saw with appropriate saw blade.

NOTES:
Always use correct tools when executing cutting operations.
Even though Magnum® Board is a non-toxic building material, ALWAYS wear a dusk mask, safety glasses and follow MSDS Guidelines.

NOTES:
1.For maximum protection (lowest respirable dust production), Magnum® Building Products recommends always using “Best” level cutting methods where feasible.
2.Never use a power saw indoors.
3.Never use a circular saw blade that is inappropriate for the specific operation being undertaken.
4.Never dry sweep - use wet suppression methods or HEPA vacuum.
5.Never use a grinder or continuous rim diamond blade for cutting.

1. For maximum protection (lowest respirable dust production), Magnum® Building Products recommends always using “Best” level cutting methods where feasible.
2. We do not recommend use of a power saw indoors.
3. Never use a circular saw blade that is inappropriate for the specific operation being executed.
4. Never dry sweep. Use wet suppression methods or HEPA vacuum.
5. Never use a grinder or continuous rim diamond blade for cutting.
6. Even though Magnum® Board is a non-toxic building material, ALWAYS wear a dusk mask, safety glasses and follow MSDS Guidelines when working with Magnum® Board.
7. ALWAYS follow local, state and national building codes where applicable.