1. Hand and Power Tool Safety Standards Training
OSHA - 29CFR
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2. Objectives
To understand OSHA Standards designated for the use of hand and power tools in the construction industry
To recognize safe tool operation and handling
Be able to visually inspect and acknowledge unsafe tools and environments

3. Importance of Proper Training

4. Personal Protective Equipment
Employees using hand and power tools are exposed to the hazard of falling, flying, abrasive and splashing objects, or exposed to harmful dusts, fumes, mists, vapors, or gases shall be provided with the particular personal protective equipment necessary to protect them from the hazard. All personal protective equipment shall meet the requirements and be maintained according to Subparts D and E of this part.

5. The Condition of Tools 1926.300(a)
Condition of tools. All hand and power tools and similar equipment, whether furnished by the employer or the employee, shall be maintained in a safe condition.
No missing pieces and/or guards
Cords are intact and not frayed or cut
No evidence of motor burn

6. Power Switches Most power tools have single action “on/off” switches.
Can be accomplished by similar movement of finger or fingers to turn on and off.
Electric power tools can also have constant pressure switches.
Once pressure is released, power is disconnected.

7. Electric Powered-Operated Tools
All electric tools should have the properly double insulated cord and be grounded.
DO NOT USE THE CORD TO HOIST OR CARRY THE TOOL!!!

8. DO NOT USE THE AIR HOSE TO CARRY OR HOIST THE TOOL!!!
Pneumatic Power Tools
Framing Nailers, finishing nailers, and staplers
All of these have a safety muzzle to prevent the accidental firing of fasteners unless tool is in contact with surface.
DO NOT USE THE AIR HOSE TO CARRY OR HOIST THE TOOL!!!

9. Powder Actuated Tools 1926.302(e)(1)
Only employees who have been trained in the operation of the particular tool in use shall be allowed to operate a powder-actuated tool.
Tool should be tested daily.
Any tool not passing will be removed from service immediately.
(e)(5)
Tools shall not be loaded until just prior to the intended firing time. Neither loaded nor empty tools are to be pointed at any employees. Hands shall be kept clear of the open barrel end.

10. Powder Actuated Tools
Fastener systems which use a gunpowder charge to penetrate solid surfaces such as steel, concrete, or rock.
Remington, Ramset, and Hilti are common brands.

11. Non-powered Hand Tools
Hammers, hand saws, drivers, wrenches, and impact tools
Handles should not be cracked, chipped, or broken.
Impact tools (chisels, wedges, and pins) should not have a mushroomed head.
Wrenches should have their grips in working range and not over extended.

12. The Best Bet
Common sense and the awareness of others will improve safety on the job site.
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13. Employees using hand and power tools are exposed to the hazard of falling, flying, abrasive, and splashing objects, or exposed to harmful dusts, fumes, mists, vapors, or gases.
True
False

14. CORRECT!!!
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15. INCORRECT
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16. Power Tools that are in safe working conditions have the following:
No evidence of motor burn A B C D
No missing pieces and/or guards
Cords are intact and not frayed or cut
All of the above

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18. CORRECT!!!
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19. These types of power tools require an air compressor to operate the tools:
Pneumatic
Powder
Activated

20. INCORRECT
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21. CORRECT!!!
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22. Thank you for Participating!!
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