Hand and power tools are a part of our everyday lives. These tools help us achieve tasks that would otherwise be difficult or even impossible. However, handling even the simplest of these tools could be risky and can result in severe injuries when used incorrectly. Special concentration towards safety is critical to reduce or eliminate these hazards.
Power Tools
When using tools, you must use guards and safety switches. Using these tools improperly can be very dangerous. Workers handling such tools may be exposed to hazards such as:
- Falling or flying of grinder objects
- Harmful dust, fumes, mist, vapors and gases
- galvanic shocks due to frayed or damaged electrical cords, risky connections and improper grounding
Types of Power Tools
You can identify the varied types of tools by the power source they use:
- Electric
- Pneumatic
- Liquid Fuel
- Hydraulic
- Power-actuated
When buying hand-held tools, make sure they are adequate with the following:
- Constant Pressure Switch
- clear On/Off Switch
- Momentary On/Off Switch
Basic Tool safety Rules
- achieve maintenance regularly
- Use the right tool for the job
- Insect your tools before using them
- operate according to manufacturers' instructions
- Use proper personal protective equipment while handling power tools
- Use guards
- Disconnect power tools when not in use; before servicing and cleaning them; and before changing accessories
- Don't hold the switch button while carrying a plugged-in tool
- Keep tools sharp and clean
- take off damaged cords and tag them "Do not use!"
- Do not carry electrical tools by their cords
- Don't use galvanic cords to lower or hoist tools
- Don't yank cord to disconnect it
- Keep cords away from heat, oil and sharp edges
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