USE OF HAND TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT

USE OF HAND TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT

by Russhel Macalisang

GRADE 8 COMPUTER EDUCATION

​SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES

1. Identify and select appropriate hand tools according to the task requirements.

2. Check and identify unsafe hand tools according to standard company procedure.

3. Observe all safety procedures in using tools at all times and use appropriate PPE.

​WHAT ARE HAND TOOLS?

​HAND TOOLS are hand-operated device used in engineering, manufacturing, metalwork, woodwork, and computer hardware servicing. Choosing the right tool for a particular job as important as knowing how to use it.

Right selection of tool for the task will greatly

improve the effectiveness of its use while reducing

the risk of damage to the project and to the tool itself.

​TYPES OF HAND TOOLS

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DRIVING TOOLS​

​DRIVING TOOLS designed for tightening, loosening or removing screws and bolts. These can be done by applying torque or force to move an object. The following are examples of driving tools:

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​Flat- Head Screwdriver – used to tighten and loosen slotted screws.

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​Phillips-head screwdriver – used to tighten and loosen cross-head screws.

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​Torx screwdriver – used to tighten and loosen six-pointed star-shaped screws.

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​Hex screwdriver is used to tighten and loosen hex socket screws. It is also called Allen wrench.

GET READY FOR QUESTIONS

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Multiple Choice

Driving Tool used to tighten and loosen slotted screws.

• Flat-Head Screwdriver

• Phillips-Head Screwdriver

• Torx Screwdriver

• Hex Screwdriver

Multiple Choice

Driving Tool used to tighten and loosen hex socket screws.

• Torx Screwdriver

• Hex Screwdriver

• Flat-Head Screwdriver

• Phillips-Head Screwdriver

Multiple Choice

Driving Tool used to tighten and loosen six-pointed star-shaped screws.

• Hex Screwdriver

• Flat-Head Screwdriver

• Phillips-Head Screwdriver

• Torx Screwdriver

Multiple Choice

Driving Tool used to tighten and loosen cross-head screws.

• Flat-Head Screwdriver

• Phillips-Head Screwdriver

• Hex Screwdriver

• Torx Screwdriver

GRIPPING TOOLS ​

GRIPPING TOOLS used for gripping objects by using leverage. The following are considered as gripping tools:

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​Long-nose pliers are also known as needle-nose pliers used for reaching into small areas, holding small wires and components. They can also be sued for cutting.

Side-cutting pliers are also known as diagonal pliers used primarily for cutting and stripping wires.​

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​Tweezers are used for picking up very small objects that are not easily handle by hands.

CUTTING TOOLS

CUTTING TOOLS used to cut wires and other objects into pieces. Pliers are also examples of cutting tools, other example includes blade cutter, which is useful when one needs to cut wires or remove insulator from small wires. Crimper It is used to cut and terminate UTP cables.

STRIKING TOOLS

​STRIKING TOOLS the most widely used tools. These are used in variety of disciplines and specialization such as woodworking and metal crafts as leverage devices providing a striking force to complete endless variety of tasks. An example of striking tool is the rubber mallet which is useful when assembling projects that involve the casing.

​DIAGNOSTIC TOOLS​

​DIAGNOSTIC TOOLS - Aside from hand tools, certain equipment is also needed for more accurate and quality service. Two of the commonly used equipment presented here for you to be familiar with.

​ Multimeter also known as multitester and Volt-Ohm Meter (VOM) and is used to test integrity of computer components. Measure voltage and current, and test resistance. The electronic version of the multitester is called a DMM (digital multimeter) or DVOM (digital Volt-Ohm meter).

LAN Cable Tester sometimes called network tester is used to check the condition and connectivity of a particular type of cable or other wired assemblies.​

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CLEANING TOOLS

Cleaning tools are a great help in the preventive maintenance of your computer. With regular used of these materials, you can assure that your computer will function and serve you better for a long period of time.​

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​ Lint-free cloth is used to wipe dirt and dust from the computer parts without scratch or leaving debris.

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​Compressed air is used to blow away dirt from different parts of the compute specially the CPU heat sink.

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​Cable straps are used to fasten or fix cables neatly.

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​Flashlight is used for proper illumination especially of the inside parts of the computer casing.

ESD TOOLS

ESD Tools prevents the sudden flow of electricity to avoid damage to your computer components and parts. ESD means Electrostatic Discharge.​

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​Anti-Static Strap usually worn on your wrist to prevent the occurrence of ESD.

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Anti-Static Mat is used to stand on or place hardware on to prevent static electricity from building up.

GET READY FOR SOME EXERCISES

Multiple Choice

Identify which kind of tool is in the image

• Striking Tool

• ESD Tool

• Cleaning Tool

• Driving Tool

Multiple Choice

Identify which kind of tool is in the image

• Cutting Tool

• Cleaning Tool

• Gripping Tool

• ESD Tool

Multiple Choice

Identify which kind of tool is in the image

• Cleaning Tool

• Driving Tool

• Gripping Tool

• Diagnostic Tool

Multiple Choice

Identify which kind of tool is in the image

• Cleaning Tool

• ESD Tool

• Striking Tool

• Driving Tool

Multiple Choice

Identify which kind of tool is in the image

• Striking Tool

• Driving Tool

• Cleaning Tool

• ESD Tool

Multiple Choice

Identify which kind of tool is in the image

• Gripping Tool

• Diagnostic Tool

• Striking Tool

• ESD Tool

Multiple Choice

Identify which kind of tool is in the image

• Striking Tool

• Driving Tool

• Gripping Tool

• Cutting Tool

Multiple Choice

Identify which kind of tool is in the image

• Diagnostic Tool

• Driving Tool

• Cleaning Tool

• Cutting Tool

Multiple Choice

Identify which kind of tool is in the image

• ESD Tool

• Gripping Tool

• Striking Tool

• Driving Tool

Multiple Choice

Identify which kind of tool is in the image

• Cutting Tool

• Driving Tool

• Gripping Tool

• Cleaning Tool

Multiple Choice

Identify which kind of tool is in the image

• Cleaning Tool

• Diagnostic Tool

• Driving Tool

• Striking Tool

Multiple Choice

Identify which kind of tool is in the image

• Striking Tool

• ESD Tool

• Cleaning Tool

• Driving Tool

Multiple Choice

Identify which kind of tool is in the image

• Cleaning Tool

• Diagnositc Tool

• ESD Tool

• Driving Tool

Multiple Choice

Identify which kind of tool is in the image

• Striking Tool

• Driving Tool

• Cleaning Tool

• Cutting Tool

Multiple Choice

Identify which kind of tool is in the image

• Striking Tool

• Driving Tool

• Gripping Tool

• Cutting Tool

Multiple Choice

Identify which kind of tool is in the image

• Striking Tool

• ESD Tool

• Cleaning Tool

• Driving Tool