1. Safety

2. An unplanned event that may or may not result in an injury What is an Accident?

3. CAUSES OF ACCIDENTS 80% of accidents are caused by human error. 20% of accidents are caused by unsafe conditions in the surroundings.

4. Safety Over 2 Million people are injured at work each year and 11,500 die from their injuries ½ of all work accidents are caused by carelessness, improper use of equipment or lack of safety gear. Injuries today can plague you for the rest of your life! Think about it.

5. 8 Guidelines for Safety 1. Develop a safe attitude A safe worker thinks about safety and then acts on it. Don’t get caught after the fact saying “I just wasn’t thinking.” Never act without considering the safest way to complete the task.

6. 8 Guidelines for Safety 2. Stop, look and listen Be aware of your surroundings. What do you see and hear? What machines are in use, is someone working behind you? Look before you turn!

7. 8 Guidelines for Safety 3. Take the time to do it right. Those who take pride in their jobs are usually safer than those who rush. Select the right tool for the job and use it properly. Its not worth the risk of injury to rush!

8. 8 Guidelines for Safety 4. Keep tools and equipment in good working order. If a tool is not working right … its dangerous! If there is any concern or evidence that a tool is damaged or not functioning properly, let Mrs. Johnson know IMMEDIATELY.

9. 8 Guidelines for Safety 5. Keep your work area clean and neat Think about trip hazards Think about knives hidden under rags and other tools Clean away any and all messes that you make.

10. 8 Guidelines for Safety 6. Anticipate problems before they occur If you see a potentially dangerous situation do something about it! Don’t wait until somebody gets hurt Don’t wait to be asked to fix a dangerous situation …. Take initiative. The person you save from injury may be you

11. 8 Guidelines for Safety 7. Dress for the job Always wear the right safety equipment Always wear protective eyewear!!!! Wear appropriate clothing No open toed shoes Tie back long hair No loose sleeves or jewelry that snag and pull you in Keep pants and shirts at the right length

12. 8 Guidelines for Safety 8. Follow the Rules Most accidents can be avoided if everyone follows the rules. Horseplay can put you and others in danger. Horseplay will always result in a ZERO for the entire unit!!!! Don’t do it! No food or drink of any kind in the materials lab. Never use tools until you have been instructed to do so and tested on their use.

13. Hand Tool Safety Hand Tools Most common tools used in this lab.

14. Hand Tool Safety Examples: Scissors Easy Cutters Utility knives

15. Hand Tool Safety Keep clean and in good condition (before and after use) Use tools that are in good condition Use for designed purpose Use properly Safety goggles Keep cutting tools sharp Carry sharp/pointed tools with point down and away

16. Hand Tool Safety Scissors Treat with respect. Use properly. If they break or are broken inform instructor immediately.

17. Hand Tool Safety Easy Cutters Scissor like tool with razor sharp blade and plate for precision measuring Use with eye protection Keep safety on when not in use.

18. Hand Tool Safety Utility knives Retractable razor blade for cutting cardboard and wood material Use with eye protection when cutting wood strips Keep blade in when not in use. Pull toward self, with hand over the top

19. Electrical Tool Safety Glue Guns Treat with respect. Glue is hot and will cause blisters. Use properly, protect counters and table tops. Unplug from the plug, not the cord.

20. Power Tool Safety Power Tools

21. Power Tool Safety Types of Power Tools Cutting tools – Rotary motion – Drills Spade bit – for boring rough holes in wood Brad Point drill bit – for precision hole cutting Carbide Masonry bit – drilling in concrete or masonry High speed steel – drilling metal

22. Power Tool Safety Types of Power Tools Cutting tools – Rotary motion – Drills Milling tools Fortsner drill bit - precision hole drilling Milling bit - precision facing of metals

23. Power Tool Safety Types of Power Tools – cont. Cutting tools – In line - Band saw Fence Saw Blade Miter Guide

24. Power Tool Safety Types of Power Tools – cont. Band saw blade – moves in one direction

25. Power Tool Safety Types of Power Tools – cont. Cutting tools – In line saw – Jig saw and reciprocating saw Blade

26. Power Tool Safety Types of Power Tools – cont. Cutting tools – Circular saw - “Skill” used in house framing work Blade Course cut Fine, finishing cut

27. Power Tool Safety Cutting tools – Table Saw – permanently mounted blade with a table support

28. Power Tool Safety Types of Power Tools – cont. Cutting tools – Circular saw - “Skill” used in house framing work Corded Cordless Blade Guard

29. Power Tool Safety Types of Power Tools – cont. Fastening Tools – Usually pneumatic (air powered) Staple gun - uses u shaped staples Nail gun – fastens brads to 16d nails Airline

30. Power Tool Safety Types of Power Tools – cont. Support tools – Air Compressor - Airline

31. Power Tool Safety Types of Power Tools – cont. Support tools – Dust collection- Collection Bag Dust Intake