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2. Hand & Power Tool Safety

3. Hazards Associated with Hand & Portable Power Tools
Electric shock
Amputation
Eye injuries
Hearing loss
Puncture wounds
Cuts and abrasions
Contusions/crushing
Burns

4. Common Causes of Injuries
Electric Shock
Improper grounding (removing the ground prong from the plug)
Not unplugging equipment when changing accessories
Frayed cords
Pulling on the cord to unplug the equipment
Standing in water or wet surfaces
Not using a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI)

5. Common Causes of Injuries
Amputation, puncture wounds, cuts, abrasions, contusions and burns
Removal of guards
Using damaged equipment
Improper use of equipment
Using the wrong tool

6. Common Causes of Injuries
Hearing loss and Eye injuries
Not wearing the correct personal protective equipment (PPE) such as ear plugs or muffs
for the ears and safety glasses, goggles or
face shields for the eyes

7. Five Basic Rules to Prevent Injuries
Keep all tools in good condition with regular maintenance
Use the right tool for the job
Examine each tool for damage before use and do not use damaged tools
Operate tools according to the manufacturers’ instructions
Properly use the appropriate PPE 1 2 3 4 5

8. Hand Tools

9. Hand Tools Screwdrivers Hammers Punches Handsaws Chisels Files
Hand snips
Axes
Knives
Box cutters
Wrenches
Crowbars/pry bars
Hooks
Pliers

10. Hand Power Tools

11. Categories of Hand Power Tools
There are five primary groups of hand power tools based on their power source:
Electric
Pneumatic
Gasoline
Hydraulic
Powder-actuated or butane actuated

12. Hand Power Tools Electric:
Soldering irons
Circular saws
Drills
Grinders
Reciprocating saws
Sanders
Routers
Pneumatic impact tools or air-powered tools:
Grinders
Nail guns
Wrenches
Hammers

13. Hand Power Tools EXAMPLES Hydraulic Gasoline Powder/Butane
Compression Devices
Chain Saws
Trimmers
Blowers
Nail Guns
Stud drivers

14. Tool Selection Select the right tool for the job
Consider the tools shape and size – the tool should be comfortable to hold
Do not select undersized tools for the job
Consider the quality of the tool including its sharpness for cutting

15. Tool Selection Select power tools designed to have minimal vibration
Select power tools that provide guarding and other
safety features such as an automatic shutoff, safety
trigger, shield or kickback guard
Select electric power tools that are double-insulated
Select power tools that have the Underwriters
Laboratories symbol

16. Tool Selection
Select spark-resistant tools when working around flammables or explosive material
Select insulated hand tools when working around electricity
Select battery powered tools for wet locations

17. Carrying or Transporting Tools
Use a tool box, tool-holder, belt or pouch,
this will protect the person and the tool
Carry pointed or sharp tools with the point
or cutting edge away from the body
Do not carry tools by hand up ladders
Do not lay tools down where people can
trip on them or they can fall on someone
Hand tools off, do not throw them

18. Maintenance & Repair of Tools
Purchase tools of the best quality
Inspect tools for dull or damaged edges, and
damaged handles or grips
Redress edges and tips of tools or blades-this should
only be done by qualified personnel or the manufacturer
Replace damaged handles or grips
Inspect plugs and power cords for damage

19. Maintenance & Repair of Tools
Inspect air or hydraulic hoses for leaks
Clean tools with a recommended nonflammable and nontoxic solvent
Use air drying in place of blow drying
with compressed air

20. Using Hand Tools Select and use the appropriate PPE (i.e.,
safety glasses, leather gloves, steel toed shoes)
Read and follow the manufacturer’s instructions
Create a safe work area by keeping people at a safe
distance and removing objects that may get in the way
Use the tool as it is attended to be used (i.e.,
don’t use a screwdriver as a punch, pry or wedge)

21. Using Hand Power Tools Disconnect electric cords when working on or
around electric appliances
Use the correct size tool for the job (i.e. match the screwdriver with the screw head)
Pull wrenches and levers towards yourself-this
will provide better control

22. Using Hand Power Tools Select and use the appropriate PPE (i.e.,
safety glasses and ear plugs, steel toed shoes)
Read and follow the manufacturer’s instructions
Create a safe work area by keeping people at a safe distance and removing objects that may get in the way
Use the tool as it is attended to be used

23. Using Hand Power Tools Make sure the power cord is not in the path of
blades or other cutting implements
Avoid placing cords or hoses where they
will be a tripping hazard
Never unplug a power tool with the switch
in the on position
Use a ground fault circuit interrupters
when working in wet areas

24. Using Hand Power Tools Make sure guards are in place
Do not over extend the arm-this can cause a
loss of balance or control of the power tool
Do not wear loose fitting cloths that can get
caught in the power tool
Unplug the power cord when changing
accessories

25. Using Hand Power Tools Never remove saws while blades are in motion
Do not place hands or fingers into the cutting area until
the blade has stopped
Never carry a hand powered tool by the power cord

26. Five Basic Rules
Keep all tools in good condition with regular maintenance
Use the right tool for the job
Examine each tool for damage before use and do not use damaged tools
Operate tools according to the manufacturers’ instructions
Properly use the appropriate PPE 1 2 3 4 5

27. Which of these hazards is associated with hand and portable power tools?
A. Hearing Loss
B. Electric Shock
C. Burns
D. All of the above

28. Which of these causes injuries while working with hand or power tools?
A. Removal of guards
B. Using the wrong tool
C. Not using a GFCI
D. All of the above

29. To prevent injuries you should?
A. Use the correct tools for the job
B. Use the appropriate PPE
C. Follow the manufactures recommendations for use
D. All of the above

30. Electricity is the only source of energy for power tools?
A. True
B. False

31. While working around flammables or explosives hand tools should be?
A. Made of metal
B. Made of spark resistant material
C. Extra long
D. Both A and C are correct

32. Electric hand power tools should?
A. Be double insulated
B. Carry the Underwriters Laboratories symbol
C. Used in water
D. Both A & B are correct

33. While transporting tools?
A. They should be carried with sharp edges away from the body
B. Placed in a tool box, belt or pouch
C. Placed in pants pockets
D. Both A and B are correct

34. Purchase tools only made of the best quality material.
A. True
B. False

35. It is safe to use screwdrivers as a punch, pry or wedge.
A. True
B. False

36. While working in wet areas with electric power tools a GFCI should be used?
A. True
B. False

37. Answer Key 1. All the above (D) 6. Both A and B (D)
3. All the above (D) True (A)
4. False (B) False (B)
5. Made of spark resistant True (A)
materials (C)
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