1. Production Lab Safety By :Patrick Wiswell Sept 25/05

2. Table of Contents 1. Personal Safety In The Production Lab. Explore what is available for a person’s protection while working in a shop or lab. 2. Using Hand Tools Measuring Tools, Wrenches and Screwdrivers Metalworking Tools 3. Using Portable Power Tools Hot Glue guns, Electric Drills, Jig Saws Circular Saws, Routers, Electric Sanders 4. Using Machinery Drill Press, Band Saw, Jointer Planer, Thickness Planer Table Saw, Belt and Disk Sander, Grinder, Scroll Saw Compound Mitre Saw

3. Items for your Protection Eye Glasses Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit

4. Safety Rules 1. Always wear your safety glasses when working with machines. 2. Keep fire extinguishers handy incase of fires. 3. A First Aide Kit should always be within reach. Check kit periodically to make sure that all used supplies are replenished.

5. Measuring Tools Measuring Tape Ruler Spacing Ruler

6. Wrenches and Screwdrivers Adjustable Wrench Screwdrivers with a variety of different heads. Different sizes of Allen Wrenches

7. Metalworking Tools Wire Cutters Soldering Gun Welding Gun Metal Cutter

8. Information on using Hand Tools When using a soldering gun make sure that you wear your mask. Before using any electrical tools check to make sure that all cords are not frayed and that the machine is turned off before plugging it in. Check your measuring twice before cutting it.