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Week - 22 - Safe Use of Hand Tools

About 8% of industrial accidents involve unsafe use of hand tools caused by using the wrong tool or incorrect use. Basic safety rules include using tools only as designed, not lifting by cords, wearing protective equipment, inspecting tools for defects, keeping tools maintained, and only using trained workers with proper guards. Hand tools should be kept clean, inspected regularly, and replaced if worn or damaged to prevent injuries from defects.

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Week - 22 - Safe Use of Hand Tools

About 8% of industrial accidents involve unsafe use of hand tools caused by using the wrong tool or incorrect use. Basic safety rules include using tools only as designed, not lifting by cords, wearing protective equipment, inspecting tools for defects, keeping tools maintained, and only using trained workers with proper guards. Hand tools should be kept clean, inspected regularly, and replaced if worn or damaged to prevent injuries from defects.

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AROMATICS PROJECT

SAFETY TOPIC WEEK 22, 2007


SAFE USE OF HAND TOOLS SAFE USE OF HAND TOOLS
About 8 percent of industrial accidents involve the unsafe use of Manual and
power hand tools. These accidents result from using the wrong tool for the job,
using tools incorrectly.
Basic rules for Hand/Power Tools Basic rules for Hand/Power Tools Hand tools shall be used only for the purpose
they were designed. Do not improvise with the wrong tool.
Never lift tools by their cords. Hold drills firmly. Most drill injuries are caused by the drill
binding and twisting in the operators hands. Before plugging or un- plugging tools, be sure to
turn the power switch to off. Always use ground-fault circuit interrupters. Saws, drills, and
grinders can send debris flying at very high speeds, protect eyes. Read the manufacturers
manual before using the tool.
Inspect screws and bolts to make sure they are tightened. Never disconnect power by pulling on
the cord, disconnect by pulling the plug from the outlet.
Never clean or repair a tool unless the power is disconnected, repair tools only
if you are trained to do so. When working on ladders or scaffolding, rest tools on
a flat surface or in a bin secured to the ladder. Do not wear rings, jewelry, or
loose clothing when using power tools.
Only trained workers will be permitted to operate the equipment. All tools will be
used with the correct shields, guards and attachments recommended by the
manufacturer.
Hand tool maintenance Hand tool maintenance
Tools shall be kept free from grease, moisture, and chemicals to prevent damage and corrosion,
Hand tools shall be regularly inspected for defects and when necessary kept in good repair and
maintained by qualified personnel, Tools must be scrapped if worn or damaged beyond repair.
Isolated hand tools
Only insulated or non conductive tools shall be used on or
near live electrical equipment, if there is a risk of electrical shock.
Hand tools safety specifications
Mushroom heads of cold chisels, etcshall be dressed or ground to prevent fragments from
flying off, Chisels being driven with hammers shall be held with tongs or have hand shrouds, Use
the right size spanner to fit the nut, Open jawed wrenches shall be pulled, not pushed. Home Home
made tools shall not be used. made tools shall not be used.
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