Hand Tools

& Power tool

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Let us know about

Dif. Betwn. HT & PT

Common 5 Basic Rules

Gen. Safety
precautions

Tool defects
Wrong way of using
tools
Causes of injury
Selection of Right tool

Hazards of tools

Gen. Safety of H. Tools

Safety of Specific H.
Tools

Power tools
Types of power tools
Gen. Safety of P. Tools
Safety of Specific P. Tools

Difference between
Hand tool and Power
tool

Hand tools

No External power source, other than

the physical force applied by the user.
Hand- tools include anything from axes to
hammers, and screwdrivers to
wrenches.

Power Tools
Require External power source to
function
-e.g. Electricity, compressed air, etc.
or
Internal (battery pack, etc.).

Both kinds of tools require

specific safety precautions to be
followed,
yet some rules will apply to both.
There are five basic rules that
apply to all tools used either hand or
power.

5 Basic Rules

FOR ALL

TOOLS

Keep all tools in good working order

Use the tool only for what it is designed

to do
Examine the tool for damage before
each use
Always follow the manufacturers
instructions
when operating any tool

Always wear the appropriate PPE

when

operating any tool

4 Basic Practices using Hand tools

Basic Practice

Keep tools in good working condition

- Do not use chisel with mushroomed head
- Dull saws
- Hammers with cracked handles
- Wrenches that have spread jaws
- Files with bare tangs
- Screw driver with chipped edge

4 Basic Practices using Hand tools

Basic Practice

Use right tools for the

jobs

- Use crowbar not a file

- A Hammer not a wrench
- Proper size wrenches not a plier
- A punch not a screw driver
- A chisel not a file etc.,

4 Basic Practices using Hand tools

Basic Practice 3
Use

tools properly

- Do not hold job in hand and put screw

- Do not pull the pliers towards you
- Do not chiseling towards you
- Do not pressure on sliding jaws instead
of on fixed jaw
- Do not hammer striking against hard face
- Do not keep fingers / thumb close to hand
saw blade

4 Basic Practices using Hand tools

Basic Practice

Keep tools in proper place

- Do not leave tools on overhead shelves,
Ladders, Scafolds,Pipe lines etc.,
- Do not keep tools in haphazard way on
workbench

- Do not carry knives or sharp tools in a

trouser pocket
- Do not carry tools in hand while claiming
structure or ladder

General Safety Precautions

Appropriate

PPEs should be
worn due to hazards that may
be encountered while using
portable power tools and hand
tools.

Floors

should be kept as clean

and dry as possible to prevent
accidental slips with or around
dangerous hand tools.

Tool
Defects

Wrong way
of
using tools

Cause
s
for
Injury
(Hand tools)

Use of incorrect tool

Incorrect

correct

Selecting the correct screw driver

The Greatest Hazards Of Hand Tools:

Misuse / Improper Maintenance

1) Using a screwdriver as a chisel

Could cause the tip to break and fly,

hitting
either the operator or
bystanders
2) A wooden handle on tool such as a
hammer or an axe is loose,
splintered or
cracked
The tool head could fly off and
strike
the operator or
bystanders

The Greatest Hazards Of Hand Tools: cont.

Misuse / Improper Maintenance

3) Impact tools, e.g. chisels and wedges,
are unsafe if their heads are
mushroomed
The heads might shatter on impact
sending
sharp fragments flying

4) Wrenches must not be used if the jaws

are sprung, cracked or twisted
The wrench could slip off

General Safety rules for

Hand Tools
Carry all sharp tools in a holster or
sheath
1)

2) Tag worn, damaged or defective

tools

and do not use them

3) Do not perform makeshift repairs

to tools
4) Do not use cheater bars

General Safety rules for

Tools

Cont.

Hand

5) Do not throw tools from one location to

another or from one employee to another

6) When working on a ladder or scaffolding

be
sure you and your tools are secure

7) Do not carry tools in your hand while

climbing,
use a tool belt or host the
tools by
using a hand line

Safety Rules for specific hand tools

HAMMERS
Use a claw hammer for pulling nails
Do not strike a hardened steel surface
with a

claw hammer

Do not strike one hammer against

another

hammer

Do not use a hammer as a wedge or

pry-bar

Safety Rules for specific hand tools

contd

CHISELS
Use only chisels that are sharp
Do not use chisels with a mushroom
head

Use only hammers that are designed for

use

with chisels

Safety Rules for specific hand tools

contd

FILES

Never use a file as a Centre punch, a Chisel,

Never use a file with a cracked, rough or loose

handle

Material to be filed is held securely in a vice or

Fixture

Do not clean a file by striking it against a vice or

other metal object

Arrange files neatly in different compartment

according to size

Safety Rules for specific hand tools

contd

HACKSAW

Adjust a Hacksaw so that the blade will not

buckle.

Install the blade in the frame with the teeth

pointing forward

Apply pressure on forward stroke only

Use proper blade for the proper materials.
(Brass, MS etc.,)

Safety Rules for specific hand tools

contd

SAWS

Do not carry the saw by the blade

Do not use any saw that has a

dull saw blade

Keep control of the saw by

releasing
downward pressure at
the end of each stroke

Safety Rules for specific hand tools

contd

SCREWDRIVERS
Always ensure the screwdriver fits the
head

of the screw

Do not hold the work piece against

your body while using the screwdriver

Do not use a screwdriver as a punch,

chisel,

pry bar or nail puller

Safety Rules for specific hand tools

contd

SCREWDRIVERS

Contd

Do not use a screwdriver to test the

charge

of a battery

Use blue handled screwdrivers when

working

on electrical

Do not use a screwdriver to make a

starting

hole for screws

Safety Rules for specific hand tools

contd

WRENCHS
Do not use wrenches that are bent,
cracked,

or that

have loose handles

A hammer may be used for striking

face

wrenches
wrenches ONLY

If at all possible use socket or box

wrenches

Do not use a cheater bar

Safety Rules for specific hand tools

contd

SNIPS
Wear safety glasses or goggles when
using

snips

Wear work gloves when cutting

material with

snips

Do not use snips as a hammer,

screwdriver,

wrench

or pry bar

Use the correct type of snips for the job

Power
Tools
Offer
- More power,
- Adaptability and
- Dependability than ever before.
With enhanced tool performanceSafety issues also increased

Types of Power Tools

Based

on the power source

they use:
Electric,
Pneumatic,
Liquid fuel,
Hydraulic, and
Powder-actuated.

General Safety rules for

Tools

Power

Do not use power tools you are not

trained on.

Do not lift or carry power tools by

their
power cord.

Keep power cords out of the paths

of the
power tool.
Do not leave tools unattended.

General Safety rules for

Cont.

Power
Tools
5. Do not stand in water or wet surfaces
when
running a power tool
6.

Hold all power tools by the plastic hand

grips
or other nonconductive areas.

7.

Do not plug multiple electrical cords

into a
single outlet

8.

Do not use power tools or extension

cords
with a missing prong

9.

Ground all tools unless double insulated

General Safety rules for

Cont.

Power
Tools
10. Be aware of all power lines, electrical
circuits and water pipes that are not
visible
11. Do not wear loose clothing, dangling
objects
or jewelry. Long hair must be
restrained
12. All observers should be kept a safe
distance
from the work area

General Safety rules for

Tools
13.

Cont.

Power

Keep cords and hoses away from heat, oil,

and sharp edges.

14. Disconnect tools when not in use, before

servicing, and when changing accessories such as
blades, bits and cutters.

Power Tools

Abrasive-Wheel
Tools
Powered abrasive grinding, cutting,

polishing and wire buffing wheels create

special safety problems because they can
throw off flying fragments.
1) Before an abrasive wheel is mounted, it
should be inspected closely and sound
or ring
tested to ensure it is free of
cracks or defects
2) To test wheels, tap them with a light
non- metallic instrument. If they sound
cracked
or dead do not use them;
they could fly apart

Power Tools

Abrasive-Wheel Tools

cont.

3) Always use the right wheel or cup for the

job

you are performing.

Be sure to match the RPM Rating with

the tool.
Finally, pay close attention to any
special warnings, that the
manufacturer may offer, such as do not
use in wet or high-moisture conditions.

Circular
Saws
1) Always wear safety goggles or safety
glasses
with side shields
2) Use a dust mask, especially when
cutting
treated woods
3) Wear hearing protection, especially
during
extended periods of operation

Circular
Saws
cont.
4) Use sharp blades, dull blades cause
binding,
.

stalling and possible kickbacks

5) Use the correct blade for the job

6) Ensure the blade guard is in working
order,
never remove it or tie it back
7) Avoid cutting small pieces that cant be
properly secured or the saw shoe cant
properly rest

Drills
Be sure the chuck is securely tightened
to the

spindle

Tighten the bit securely and remove the

chuck key

Always hold or brace the tool securely

and use any auxiliary handles if provided

Dont force a drill. Apply only enough

pressure for the bit to do the cutting

Miter / Chop
Saws
Because of the saws downward cutting
motion, be sure to keep hands and
fingers out
of the blades path

Be sure all guards are in place and

working
Ensure that the recommended size and
RPM blades are being used

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