Version 2.0 | Revised July 16, 2026

KICK ASS KNIFE GEN 2

SECTION 1: PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION

Product Identification

Product Name: Kick Ass Knife Gen 2
Product Type: Fixed-blade professional cutting hand tool
Blade Type: Approximately 6-inch fixed blade
Blade Material: German 1.4116 stainless steel
Handle Material: Olive wood
Construction: Full-tang design
Sharpening Angle: Approximately 15 degrees
Accessories: Protective sheath and coiled tool-retention tether
Additional Features: Measuring marks on the handle, designated tether attachment point, and belt-mounted sheath

Recommended Uses

The Kick Ass Knife Gen 2 is intended for controlled cutting of:

·        Fiberglass insulation

·        Mineral wool

·        Stone wool

·        Mechanical insulation

·        Pipe insulation

·        Duct insulation

·        Flexible insulation materials

·        Construction materials approved by the employer

·        Materials determined suitable for the blade and cutting method

Restrictions on Use

Do not use the knife:

·        As a pry bar

·        As a chisel

·        As a punch

·        As a screwdriver

·        As a wedge

·        As a hammer

·        As a throwing knife

·        As a climbing aid

·        As an electrical testing tool

·        As a self-defense device

·        As a weapon

·        On energized electrical equipment

·        On pressurized systems

·        On moving machinery

·        While impaired, distracted, fatigued, or unable to maintain full control

Do not use the knife for any task prohibited by an employer, project owner, facility, government authority, marketplace, transportation provider, or site-specific safety rule.

Company Identification

Kick Ass Fab, LLC
2511 Brentwood Place
Alexandria, Virginia 22306
United States

Product Safety and Support:
Kick Ass Fab, LLC

SECTION 2: HAZARD IDENTIFICATION

Signal Word

DANGER

Primary Hazards

The Kick Ass Knife Gen 2 contains a sharp fixed blade. Contact with the blade may cause:

·        Severe cuts

·        Lacerations

·        Puncture wounds

·        Tendon damage

·        Nerve damage

·        Blood vessel damage

·        Muscle damage

·        Joint damage

·        Eye or facial injury

·        Permanent scarring

·        Loss of movement or sensation

·        Serious blood loss

·        Infection

·        Death in extreme cases

Additional hazards include:

·        A dropped knife striking a person below

·        A tethered knife swinging back toward the user

·        A tether becoming caught in equipment

·        Loss of control caused by excessive cutting force

·        Blade breakage caused by misuse

·        Hand injuries caused by cutting toward the body

·        Injury caused by an unsecured or damaged sheath

·        Injury caused by attempting to catch a falling knife

·        Flying particles, fibers, fragments, wire, or debris from the material being cut

Hazard Statements

·        Extremely sharp blade.

·        Contact with the blade may cause serious injury.

·        A falling knife may cause a struck-by or puncture injury.

·        A swinging tethered knife may strike the user or another person.

·        Cutting toward the body may result in severe injury if the blade slips.

·        A dull or damaged blade may require excessive force and increase the risk of losing control.

·        A damaged sheath may allow the blade to become exposed.

·        A damaged tether or clip may fail during use.

·        Loose clothing, cords, jewelry, or equipment may become caught by the tether or knife.

Precautionary Statements

·        Read this document before using the knife.

·        Use only after receiving proper instruction.

·        Inspect the knife, sheath, and tether before every use.

·        Keep the blade sheathed when not actively cutting.

·        Cut away from the body.

·        Keep the free hand outside the blade path.

·        Maintain stable footing and a balanced body position.

·        Keep other people outside the cutting area.

·        Never attempt to catch a falling knife.

·        Remove damaged equipment from service immediately.

·        Keep away from children and unauthorized users.

SECTION 3: COMPOSITION AND MATERIAL INFORMATION

The Kick Ass Knife Gen 2 is a manufactured article. It is not intended to release hazardous chemicals during normal use.

Typical Components

Material Modification Warning

Grinding, sanding, welding, drilling, burning, heating, or otherwise modifying the knife may create:

·        Metal dust

·        Metal fragments

·        Wood dust

·        Smoke

·        Irritating fumes

·        Sharp edges

·        Heat damage

·        Reduced blade strength

Unauthorized modification voids the intended safety configuration of the product.

SECTION 4: FIRST-AID MEASURES

Cuts and Lacerations

1.        Stop work immediately.

2.        Place the knife in its sheath when this can be done without causing another injury.

3.        Apply firm direct pressure with clean gauze or cloth.

4.        Elevate the injured area when practical.

5.        Contact the employer’s designated first-aid provider.

6.        Obtain medical attention for deep cuts, uncontrolled bleeding, loss of sensation, reduced movement, exposed tissue, or wounds involving the hand, wrist, face, eye, joint, tendon, or major blood vessel.

7.        Call emergency services for severe or life-threatening bleeding.

Do not remove a blade fragment or other object deeply embedded in the body. Stabilize the object and obtain emergency medical assistance.

Puncture Wounds

·        Clean minor wounds according to workplace first-aid procedures.

·        Do not probe the wound.

·        Obtain medical evaluation for deep punctures.

·        Seek medical advice regarding tetanus protection.

·        Monitor for infection.

Eye Injuries

If particles, fibers, fragments, or debris enter the eye:

·        Do not rub the eye.

·        Flush with clean water.

·        Obtain medical evaluation.

·        Do not attempt to remove an embedded object.

Signs of Infection

Seek medical care for:

·        Increasing redness

·        Swelling

·        Warmth

·        Drainage

·        Fever

·        Worsening pain

·        Red streaks

·        Reduced movement

·        Numbness

Information for Medical Personnel

A wound may contain insulation fibers, construction dust, adhesives, oils, dirt, metal particles, wood particles, or other jobsite contaminants.

SECTION 5: FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES

The stainless-steel blade is not normally combustible. The handle, sheath, tether, packaging, labels, coatings, and printed materials may burn, melt, or produce smoke.

Suitable Extinguishing Media

Use extinguishing media appropriate for the surrounding fire and materials.

Fire Hazards

Heating or burning may produce:

·        Irritating smoke

·        Carbon monoxide

·        Carbon dioxide

·        Polymer decomposition products

·        Wood combustion products

·        Irritating fumes from coatings or printing

Protective Equipment

Firefighters should use protective clothing and respiratory protection appropriate for the surrounding fire.

Special Instructions

·        Do not touch heated metal with bare hands.

·        Remove the product from heat only when safe.

·        Do not reuse a knife exposed to significant fire or heat until it has been inspected.

·        Remove a heat-damaged blade, handle, sheath, or tether from service.

SECTION 6: ACCIDENTAL RELEASE, DROPPED TOOL, AND BREAKAGE PROCEDURES

This product does not normally create a chemical spill.

Dropped Knife

·        Do not attempt to catch a falling knife.

·        Warn nearby workers.

·        Allow the knife to come to rest.

·        Keep others away from the area.

·        Retrieve the knife by the handle only.

·        Inspect the blade, point, handle, rivets, sheath, tether, and clips before reuse.

Knife Dropped From Height

·        Stop work below the affected area.

·        Warn workers below.

·        Follow the site’s dropped-object procedure.

·        Recover the knife only when the area is controlled.

·        Remove the knife from service if it struck a hard surface or may have been damaged.

·        Report the incident when required.

Broken Blade or Component

·        Isolate the area.

·        Wear suitable hand and eye protection.

·        Do not collect fragments with bare hands.

·        Use pliers, tongs, a brush, or another suitable tool.

·        Place fragments in a rigid puncture-resistant container.

·        Account for all blade fragments when practical.

·        Do not place exposed fragments in ordinary trash.

SECTION 7: HANDLING AND SAFE USE

Before Use

Confirm that:

·        The knife is suitable for the planned task.

·        The material is supported and stable.

·        The blade is sharp, straight, and undamaged.

·        The blade is securely attached to the handle.

·        The full tang is intact.

·        The handle is dry and free of oil, grease, dust, or debris.

·        The handle has no cracks, splinters, looseness, or missing material.

·        Rivets and fasteners are secure.

·        The sheath fully covers the blade.

·        The sheath retains the knife securely.

·        The sheath attachment is secure.

·        The tether is not cut, stretched, melted, or damaged.

·        Both tether clips close and lock properly.

·        The work area is clear.

·        No person is within the cutting path.

·        No concealed wire, piping, framing, fastener, or energized component is in the cutting path.

During Use

·        Maintain stable footing.

·        Keep the body outside the cutting path.

·        Cut away from the torso, arms, hands, legs, and face.

·        Keep the free hand behind the cutting edge.

·        Use controlled cutting strokes.

·        Use only the force required to complete the cut.

·        Use several controlled passes for thick or resistant material.

·        Do not twist or bend the blade while it is embedded.

·        Do not cut material held against the body.

·        Use a stable cutting surface when practical.

·        Stop cutting when another person enters the work area.

·        Maintain awareness of nearby workers.

·        Do not walk, climb, crawl, or carry materials with the blade exposed.

·        Do not hand an unsheathed knife directly to another person.

·        Do not leave the knife unattended with the blade exposed.

After Use

·        Clean the blade and handle.

·        Dry the knife fully.

·        Inspect for damage.

·        Place the knife completely into its sheath.

·        Confirm that the knife is retained.

·        Secure the tether.

·        Store the product in a controlled location.

SECTION 8: EXPOSURE CONTROLS AND PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

Personal protective equipment must be selected according to the task, material, work environment, and employer hazard assessment.

Hand Protection

·        Use suitable cut-resistant gloves when they do not interfere with safe grip and control.

·        Select gloves based on cut, puncture, abrasion, chemical, and heat hazards.

·        Gloves do not make the hands blade-proof.

·        Never place a gloved or ungloved hand in the blade path.

·        Replace damaged gloves.

Eye and Face Protection

Wear safety glasses with side protection when cutting materials that may release:

·        Fibers

·        Dust

·        Wire

·        Chips

·        Fragments

·        Adhesive

·        Metal particles

·        Other debris

Use goggles or a face shield when required by the task or employer.

Body Protection

·        Wear suitable work clothing.

·        Avoid loose clothing.

·        Secure hanging straps and cords.

·        Remove or secure jewelry.

·        Keep identification badges, tool cords, and harness straps away from the blade and tether.

·        Use additional arm, knee, or body protection when required.

Respiratory Protection

The knife itself does not normally require respiratory protection. Cutting insulation or other materials may release dust or fibers.

Follow:

·        The material manufacturer’s safety information

·        The employer’s respiratory-protection program

·        Applicable exposure limits

·        Site-specific requirements

Hearing Protection

The knife itself does not normally create a significant noise hazard. Hearing protection may be required due to surrounding equipment or work activities.

SECTION 9: PHYSICAL AND MECHANICAL PROPERTIES

Physical State: Solid manufactured article
Product Type: Fixed-blade hand tool
Appearance: Stainless-steel blade with wooden handle
Blade Length: Approximately 6 inches
Handle Material: Olive wood
Blade Material: German 1.4116 stainless steel
Blade Construction: Full tang
Edge Angle: Approximately 15 degrees
Odor: None expected under normal conditions
Water Solubility: Not applicable
Flammability: Blade is not normally combustible; handle, sheath, tether, and packaging may burn
Sharpness: Capable of causing serious cuts or punctures
Corrosion Resistance: Stainless steel is corrosion resistant but not corrosion proof
Mechanical Stability: Dependent on inspection, maintenance, correct use, and storage
Accessories: Sheath and coiled tether with clips
Measuring Feature: Measuring marks incorporated into the handle

SECTION 10: STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

Stability

The product is stable under normal storage and use conditions.

Conditions to Avoid

Avoid:

·        Open flame

·        Excessive heat

·        Prolonged moisture exposure

·        Saltwater exposure without cleaning

·        Strong acids

·        Strong bases

·        Corrosive chemicals

·        Electrical contact

·        Impact with hard surfaces

·        Side loading

·        Bending

·        Prying

·        Hammering

·        Throwing

·        Unauthorized modification

·        Powered grinding without proper controls

Incompatible Uses

Do not use the knife as:

·        A pry bar

·        A screwdriver

·        A chisel

·        A punch

·        A wedge

·        A hammer

·        A can opener

·        A climbing aid

·        A striking tool

·        An electrical tool

Hazardous Decomposition

Burning or heating the handle, sheath, tether, labels, coatings, or packaging may produce irritating smoke and fumes.

SECTION 11: INJURY AND HEALTH INFORMATION

Likely Routes of Injury

·        Skin contact with the edge

·        Skin contact with the point

·        Eye contact with particles or fragments

·        Struck-by contact from a falling knife

·        Contact with a swinging tethered knife

·        Puncture caused by improper storage

·        Muscle strain caused by excessive cutting force

·        Repetitive-motion strain

Immediate Effects

·        Pain

·        Bleeding

·        Tissue damage

·        Puncture injury

·        Reduced movement

·        Numbness

·        Bruising

·        Eye injury

·        Shock

Delayed Effects

·        Infection

·        Scarring

·        Nerve damage

·        Tendon damage

·        Reduced grip strength

·        Reduced range of motion

·        Complications caused by contamination

·        Ongoing pain

Repeated Use Concerns

Poor technique, excessive force, a dull blade, awkward posture, or repetitive cutting may contribute to discomfort or injury involving the:

·        Fingers

·        Hands

·        Wrists

·        Arms

·        Shoulders

·        Neck

·        Back

Stop work and report discomfort before it becomes a more serious injury.

SECTION 12: ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATION

The assembled product is not expected to create a significant environmental hazard during normal use.

Environmental Precautions

·        Do not leave the knife or broken components at a jobsite.

·        Do not allow sharp fragments to enter soil, drains, waterways, or ordinary loose waste.

·        Recover blade fragments after breakage.

·        Do not burn the product.

·        Do not discard the tether or sheath where they may create an entanglement hazard.

·        Dispose of packaging responsibly.

Persistence

Metal and polymer components may remain in the environment for extended periods. Wood components may degrade over time when exposed to environmental conditions.

SECTION 13: DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

Knife Disposal

·        Place the knife in its sheath when possible.

·        Secure the knife so the blade cannot become exposed.

·        Place a damaged or unsheathed blade in a rigid puncture-resistant container.

·        Clearly mark the container as containing sharp objects.

·        Follow employer procedures and local disposal requirements.

Do not place an exposed knife or blade fragment in:

·        A trash bag

·        An open dumpster

·        A recycling bin

·        A loose scrap-metal container

·        An unmarked box

Broken Components

Use pliers, tongs, or another suitable tool to collect:

·        Blade fragments

·        Damaged clips

·        Rivets

·        Sharp sheath fragments

·        Other broken components

Product Retirement

Remove the product from service when:

·        The blade is cracked.

·        The blade is bent.

·        The blade is loose.

·        The blade has a severe chip.

·        The point is damaged.

·        The handle is cracked.

·        The handle is loose.

·        The handle is badly splintered.

·        Rivets or fasteners are loose.

·        The sheath does not fully cover the blade.

·        The sheath no longer retains the knife.

·        The sheath has been cut through.

·        The tether or clip is damaged.

·        The knife has been exposed to severe impact, fire, chemicals, or unauthorized modification.

SECTION 14: TRANSPORT INFORMATION

The Kick Ass Knife Gen 2 is a sharp manufactured article.

Transportation Precautions

·        Keep the blade fully sheathed.

·        Confirm that the knife is retained in the sheath.

·        Secure the knife against movement.

·        Package the knife so the point and edge cannot penetrate the package.

·        Keep the knife inaccessible to unauthorized persons.

·        Do not carry the knife loose in a pocket, bag, vehicle compartment, toolbox, or shipping carton.

·        Follow carrier requirements.

·        Follow applicable knife-possession and transportation laws.

·        Follow workplace and facility security rules.

Air Travel and Restricted Facilities

Airlines, airports, courthouses, schools, government buildings, entertainment venues, and other restricted facilities may prohibit or limit knives.

The owner or user is responsible for confirming applicable requirements before transportation.

Shipping

The knife should be shipped:

·        Fully sheathed

·        Secured inside protective packaging

·        Protected against package penetration

·        Labeled according to carrier requirements

·        In compliance with destination laws

SECTION 15: REGULATORY, MARKETPLACE, AND ADVERTISING INFORMATION

The Kick Ass Knife Gen 2 is a fixed-blade professional hand tool intended for insulation, construction, trimming, and approved material-cutting tasks.

It is not designed, manufactured, or marketed for:

·        Combat

·        Self-defense

·        Fighting

·        Interpersonal violence

·        Concealment

·        Throwing

·        Hunting people

·        Causing injury to another person

Required Product Positioning

Product listings, advertisements, packaging, images, demonstrations, keywords, and customer communications should describe the product according to its intended work-tool use.

Recommended product classification:

Professional fixed-blade insulation and construction cutting hand tool

Recommended product description:

The Kick Ass Knife Gen 2 is a professional fixed-blade hand tool designed for controlled cutting of fiberglass insulation, mineral wool, mechanical insulation, and other employer-approved construction materials. The product includes a protective sheath and a tool-retention tether.

Prohibited or Restricted Marketing Language

Do not market or describe the product as:

·        A weapon

·        A combat knife

·        A fighting knife

·        A self-defense knife

·        A tactical weapon

·        A military weapon

·        A concealed knife

·        An attack knife

·        A throwing knife

·        A product intended to injure

·        another person

Avoid imagery showing:

·        Threatening behavior

·        Fighting

·        Combat use

·        Self-defense use

·        Blade throwing

·        Injury to a person

·        Graphic wounds

·        Intimidation

·        Improper carry

·        Unsafe handling

Website Safety Document Placement

Kick Ass Fab, LLC should maintain a permanent product-safety page on its official website.

The page should contain:

·        This complete Safety Information Sheet

·        A downloadable PDF

·        Product-use instructions

·        Inspection requirements

·        Sheath instructions

·        Tether instructions

·        Cleaning and sharpening instructions

·        First-aid information

·        Current revision date

·        Company

·        contact information

A safety-document link should appear:

·        On the product page

·        Near product specifications

·        In the website footer

·        On the customer-support page

·        In order-confirmation communications

·        Through the QR code included with the product

Google Merchant Center and Google Ads

Where permitted, provide the safety-document link through:

·        The product landing page

·        The product description

·        Merchant Center product data

·        A policy review or appeal

·        A Google support request

A safety document does not guarantee product approval. Google may evaluate the product’s design, title, description, images, videos, keywords, intended use, and landing page.

Facebook and Instagram

Where permitted, provide the safety-document link through:

·        The product landing page

·        Facebook Shop

·        Instagram Shop

·        The business profile website field

·        Product posts

·        Customer-support information

·        A policy appeal or review request

Meta may evaluate the product’s appearance, advertising copy, creative materials, intended use, and landing page.

Microsoft Advertising and Bing Shopping

Where permitted, provide the safety-document link through:

·        The product landing page

·        The product description

·        Microsoft Merchant Center

·        A support case

·        A policy appeal or manual-review request

Microsoft may evaluate whether the product is presented as a professional tool or as a weapon.

Amazon

Where available, submit this document through:

·        Product listing documents

·        Safety and compliance fields

·        Manage Your Compliance

·        Account Health

·        Product Policy Compliance

·        A product-policy appeal

The Amazon document title should be:

Kick Ass Knife Gen 2 Safety Information Sheet and User Guide, Version 2.0

Include the assigned SKU and ASIN on the uploaded version when available.

Platform Disclaimer

Possession or publication of this safety sheet does not require a marketplace, advertising platform, carrier, retailer, facility, or government authority to approve the product.

Platform rules may change. Kick Ass Fab, LLC should review current requirements before publishing or revising a product listing or advertisement.

SECTION 16: OTHER INFORMATION AND DOCUMENT CONTROL

Document Identification

Product: Kick Ass Knife Gen 2
Product Generation: Gen 2
Document Version: 2.0
Revision Date: July 16, 2026
Responsible Company: Kick Ass Fab, LLC

Address:
2511 Brentwood Place
Alexandria, Virginia 22306
United States

Document Access

The current version of this Safety Information Sheet should be maintained on the official Kick Ass Fab website.

A QR code may be placed on:

·        Product packaging

·        The instruction card

·        The product box

·        Retail displays

·        Training materials

The QR code should direct users to the official product-safety page.

Document Purpose

This document supports:

·        Safe product use

·        Employee training

·        Customer education

·        Product classification

·        Marketplace review

·        Advertising review

·        Distributor support

·        Employer safety programs

·        Product-liability risk control

This document does not guarantee acceptance by an employer, retailer, marketplace, advertising platform, carrier, or government authority.

Revision History

SECTION 17: SHEATH AND TETHER SAFETY

Sheath Use

·        Attach the sheath securely to an approved belt, tool belt, or mounting point.

·        Confirm that the attachment will not release during walking, climbing, kneeling, crawling, or material handling.

·        Position the sheath so the user can control the knife during insertion and removal.

·        Keep fingers away from the sheath opening.

·        Insert the blade slowly and directly.

·        Do not force the blade into a misaligned or obstructed sheath.

·        Confirm that the blade is fully seated.

·        Confirm that the sheath retains the knife before releasing the handle.

·        Do not use a sheath that allows the blade edge or point to become exposed.

·        Replace a sheath that has been cut

·        , cracked, stretched, deformed, or damaged.

Drawing the Knife

·        Establish stable footing.

·        Hold the sheath securely when required.

·        Grip the handle firmly.

·        Draw the knife in a controlled direction.

·        Keep the blade away from the body.

·        Keep others outside

·        the draw path.

Returning the Knife to the Sheath

·        Stop walking or climbing.

·        Look at the sheath opening when practical.

·        Keep the free hand away from the blade path.

·        Insert the knife slowly.

·        Do not use excessive force.

·        Confirm that the knife is fully seated.

Tether Use

·        Attach the tether only to the designated knife attachment point.

·        Attach the opposite end only to an employer-approved anchorage.

·        Inspect the entire tether before use.

·        Confirm that both clips close properly.

·        Keep the tether away from rotating equipment.

·        Keep the tether away from moving machinery.

·        Keep the tether away from ladders, vehicle controls, sharp edges, electrical hazards, and snag points.

·        Use the shortest practical tether length.

·        Do not wrap the tether around the hand, wrist, neck, or body.

·        Do not attach the tether where it may pull the user off balance.

·        Do not rely on the tether to stop every fall.

·        Stop work if the tether interferes with safe knife control.

·        Remove the tether from service after a severe drop, overstretch, cut, heat exposure, or clip failure.

Working at Height

Before using the knife at height:

·        Follow the employer’s dropped-

·        object program.

·        Barricade or control the area below when required.

·        Confirm that the tether attachment is approved.

·        Confirm that a dropped knife cannot swing into the user.

·        Confirm that the tether will not become caught.

·        Keep the knife sheathed while climbing.

·        Never climb with an exposed