SAFETY

Presented by
QHSE Department
 Course Content

 Introduction
 The risks and hazards from the use of power tools
 Selecting a correct power tools for task,
 Safe Practices
 Use of PPE
 Introduction
Overall Aims:
On completion of this unit, candidates will understand:

 The risks and hazards from the use of power tools;

 The basic measures to be taken to minimise risk.
 Introduction
 Power tools can be hazardous when improperly used.

 Employees should be trained in the use of all tools -

not just power tools. They should understand the
potential hazards as well as the safety precautions to
prevent those hazards from occurring.
 Power Tool Power Sources
Power Source
1. Electricity

a. Plug-in

b. Battery power

2. Fuel Engines

3. Pneumatics

4. Hydraulics
Examples of Portable Power Tools
Examples of stationary power
tools
POWER TOOL SAFETY

The risks and hazards from

the use of power tools
 Power Tool Hazards
 Tripping hazard from trailing cables or power supplies;
 Eye hazard from flying particles;
 Explosion risk with petrol driven tools or when used near
flammable liquids or gases ;
 High noise levels with routers, planes and saws in
particular;
 Poorly designed tool- ergonomic hazards such as wrist
strain;
 Exposure to dust and fumes;
 Electrical hazards due to frayed or damaged electrical
cords, hazardous connections and improper grounding.
 Power Tool Hazards
 Mechanical entanglement in rotating Parts of tools;

 Waste material flying out of the cutting area;

 Coming into contact with the cutting blades or drill

bits;
 Risk of hitting electricity, gas or water services when
drilling into building surfaces;
 Manual handling problem with a risk of injury if the
tool is heavy or very powerful;
 Hand-arm vibration especially with petrol chainsaws;
POWER TOOL SAFETY

Selecting a correct power

tools for task
 Basic Power Tool Safety
 Suitability - all tools should be suitable for the
purpose and location in which they are to be used;

 Inspection - all tools should be maintained in a safe

and proper condition;

 Training - all users of hand tools should be properly

trained in their use.
POWER TOOL SAFETY

Good Safety Practices

 Good Practice

Read Instruction Manual Prior to using any of electrical powered

tools
 Good Practice

Wear Proper PPE such as Goggles, hand gloves, nose mask, ear
protection
 Good Practice

Keep others Away from the working area, don’t allow other to
enter into the working area.
 Good Practice

Walk around your workplace and look at what could reasonably

be expected to cause harm.
 Good Practice

Clean up the working area from debris and other materials

Good Practice

 Avoid accidental starting. The worker should not hold a

finger on the switch button while carrying a plugged-in tool;
Good Practice

 Don’t Abuse the cords, Never carry a tool by the cord or hose.

 Never yank the cord or the hose to disconnect it from the

receptacle;
 Good Practice

Check for damaged parts, don’t use damaged or defective

equipments
 Good Practice

Use Rights tools for task

 Good Practice

Dress Right, The proper apparel should be worn. Loose clothing,

ties, or jewelry can become caught in moving parts;
 Good Practice

Be Alert, while using a machine/tools be aware about the use of

tools
 Good Practice

Secure the work , Be sure to keep good footing and maintain

good balance;
 Good Practice

Don’t Over Reach

 Good Practice

Don’t be shocked, be aware about the working area

 Good Practice

Don’t use excessive pressure.

 Good Practice

Be aware about the combustible gases around

 Good Practice

Regularly maintain a tools. Tools should be maintained with care.

They should be kept sharp and clean for the best performance.
Follow instructions in the user's manual for lubricating and
changing accessories;
 Good Practice

Store Properly
 Good Practice – Remember
 Never carry a tool by the cord or hose;
 Never yank the cord or the hose to disconnect it from the
receptacle;
 Keep cords and hoses away from heat, oil, and sharp edges;

 Disconnect tools when not in use, before servicing, and when

changing accessories such as blades, bits and cutters;
 All observers should be kept at a safe distance away from the
work area;
 Secure work with clamps or a vise, freeing both hands to operate
the tool;
 Avoid accidental starting. The worker should not hold a finger on
the switch button while carrying a plugged-in tool;
 Good Practice – Remember
 Tools should be maintained with care. They should be kept sharp
and clean for the best performance. Follow instructions in the
user's manual for lubricating and changing accessories;

 Be sure to keep good footing and maintain good balance;

 The proper apparel should be worn. Loose clothing, ties, or jewelry

can become caught in moving parts;

 All portable electric tools that are damaged shall be removed from
use and tagged "Do Not Use."
 Good Practice
Guards
 Hazardous moving parts of a power tool need to be safeguarded
 Guards, as necessary, should be provided to protect the operator and
others from the following:
 point of operation;
 in-running nip points;
 rotating parts; and
 flying chips and sparks.

Never remove a guard when a tool is in use

 Good Practice
Safety Switches
Hand-held power tools must be equipped with:
 Constant pressure switch
 Shuts off power upon release;
 Examples: circular saw, chain saw, grinder, hand-held power
drill.

 On-Off Switch
 Examples: routers, planers, jig saws.
Portable Drill Safety
 Portable Drill Safety
• Inspect bit before using
• Tight chuck using more that one hole
• Center punch metal before starting to drill
• Hold material securely
• Do not exceed rpm of bit
• Use even pressure
• Ease off pressure when drill starts to break through
• Don’t bind the drill bit
• Stand in a balanced position
• Remove the drill from the chuck when finished
• Store portable drill and bits in case or designated storage rack.
 Disc Grinder Safety

Switch Lock Power Cord

Motor Housing
Tool Rest
Handle
Sanding
Wheel Switch
Vents
Handle

Guard
 Disc Grinder Safety
• Wear face shield plus safety glasses.

• Check grinding wheel for cracks before using

• Only use wheel designed for that machine.

• Never use grinding wheel that is less than 1/2 original diameter.

• Secure small pieces in a vise

• Don’t grind near combustibles / Flammables

• Hold the machine with both hands at all times.

• Always be aware of were the discharged sparks and grit is going

 Powered Abrasive Wheel Tools
• Before mounting:
• inspect closely for damage

• perform sound- or ring-test to ensure free from cracks / defects

• To prevent cracking:
• fit the wheel on the spindle freely

• tighten the spindle nut enough to hold the wheel in place without

distorting the flange

• Let the tool come up to speed prior to grinding or cutting

• Don’t stand in front of the wheel as it comes up to full speed

• Use eye and/or face protection

Circular Saw Safety
 Circular Saw Safety
• Wear appropriate PPE such as Use face shield + safety glasses

• Use appropriate blade for work.

• Support work correctly.

• Disconnect the power when adjusting the saw.

• Hold saw in both hands.

• Start the saw before contacting work.

• Near the end of the cut reduce the pressure.

 Pneumatic Tools
• Pneumatic Tools are run by compressed air

• They greatly speed up your work

• They are dangerous to you and the equipment you are working on
 Pneumatic Tools Safety
 Pneumatic Tools require compressed air delivered through flexible air lines

 Coil up air lines after each use to avoid tripping, or damage to the air line.

 Damage is caused by oil on the floor, lowering the lift on the hose, driving

over the hose, etc.

 Inspect regularly and do not ignore small leaks in any air line

 When an air line breaks, the compressed air will cause the hose to whip

around violently!

 This can injure you, especially in your face and eyes.

 Do not try to catch a broken air line that is whipping around

 Turn off the pressure at the emergency shut-off

 Maintenance of Power tools
 Malfunctioning of safety devices such as emergency button (red
button), protective covers, guards, etc. In case of emergency these
devices will not work properly or will provide limited protection to
the worker, which in some cases can be worse than no protection at
all because it gives a false sense of security.
 Risks of electrocution, shock or burns due to electrical malfunctions,
torn cables and lack of proper insulation or proper earthing.
 Cracked or broken grinding wheels or cracked blades can cause
injuries. E.g. cracked abrasive wheels could fly apart in operation,
which could lead to serious injury or death.
 Maintenance of Power tools
 Emissions of chemical substances such as toxic fumes or dust, etc.
 Noise and vibration emitted by almost all portable tools that can lead to
hearing loss and hand–arm vibration syndrome respectively.
 Risks for workers maintaining
portable tools
• Risks of shocks, burns, and electrocution
– if tools are not disconnected before servicing or maintenance
– workers don’t use protective equipment such as shoes and gloves and
the proper tools,
– if electric tools are not properly earthed or if plugs are not protected
 Risks for workers maintaining portable
tools
• Risk of injury by moving parts of the tool that can happen during
inspection for diagnosis, during maintenance
– if total deactivation and disconnection of the tool has not been carried
out
– due to accidental release of hydraulic/pneumatic energy of the tool.
Pressure systems must be shut down and the valves must be secured
before maintenance starts.
– due to accidental release of mechanical energy
 Risks for workers maintaining portable
tools
• Risk of injury by accidental fall of non-secured parts or tools during
maintenance.
• Risk of injury by high-pressure fluid from hydraulic tools.
• Risk of burn from hot oil in hydraulic tools.
• Risk of fire or explosion of flammable materials in the working equipment.
QUESTIONS?