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How do you handle hand tools safely?
Never push unless you hold the tool with your palm open. Point sharp tools (e.g., saws, chisels, knives) laying on benches away from aisles and handles should not extend over the edge of the bench top. Maintain tools carefully. Keep them clean and dry, and store them properly after each use.
What tools are used for safety?
Transport hand tools only in tool boxes or tool belts.
- Hammer Safety. Use a claw hammer for pulling nails and for driving nails.
- Power Drill Safety.
- Power Saw Safety.
- Hand Files & Rasp Safety.
- Chisel Safety.
- Tool Boxes, Tool Chests & Cabinets.
How do you use tools and equipment?
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. Provide and use properly the right personal protective equipment.
Why is tool safety important?
Ensure Safety With Proper Use This includes any safety guards, physical barriers, and personal protective equipment. Using the wrong tool for the job is a sure way to cause injury, ruin the tools, and possibly ruin whatever you’re working on.
What is hand tools safety?
Always carry pointed tools by your side with the points and heavy ends DOWN. SECURE all small work & short work with a vise or clamp. NEVER carry tools in your pockets. DON’T use tools that are LOOSE or CRACKED. KEEP your punches & chisels in good condition.
What are the safety tips in using hand and power tools?
Safety tips for electric power tools:
- Keep floors dry and clean to avoid slipping while working with or around dangerous tools.
- Keep cords from presenting a tripping hazard.
- Never carry a power tool by its cord.
- Use tools that are double-insulated or have a three-pronged cord and are plugged into a grounded receptacle.
How do you use hand tools?
25 Tips for Hand Tool Safety
- ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION.
- Wear the RIGHT SAFETY EQUIPMENT for the job.
- Use tools that are the RIGHT SIZE & RIGHT TYPE for your job.
- Follow the correct procedure for using EVERY tool.
- Keep your cutting tools SHARP and in good condition.
- DON’T work with OILY or GREASY hands.
Why is it important to use safe hand tools?
Hand tools are extensions of our hands. When we misuse our hands, we experience pain. When we misuse hand tools, the possibility of injury to ourselves or people working around us increases considerably. Furthermore, using a tool incorrectly can damage the tool or even cause the tool to fail.
What is tool safety?
Never carry a tool by the cord or hose. Keep cords and hoses away from heat, oil, and sharp edges. Disconnect tools when not using them, before servicing and cleaning them, and when changing accessories such as blades, bits, and cutters. Keep all people not involved with the work at a safe distance from the work area.
Why should we use tools properly?
Each tool is precisely designed for a specific purpose, so choosing the correct tool will also decrease the amount of effort required to get a job done right without causing damage to either the equipment or the surface being worked on. …