Tools Hand and Power

Which of the following is an example of an unsafe practice regarding the use of tools?

• Keeping cutting tools sharp

• Wearing eye and face protection while operating a grinder

• Using a screwdriver to carve or cut wood

• Following manufacturer’s instructions when using a tool

Which term describes a tool that is powered by compressed air?

• Hydraulic

• Powder-actuated

• Electrical

• Pneumatic

Which of the following actions may expose workers to electrical shock hazards and should be avoided?

• Removing the grounding pin on a three-prong plug

• Using double-insulated tools

• Using a grounded adaptor to accommodate a two-prong receptacle

• Removing damaged tools from service and tagging them “Do Not Use”

Which of the following statements about guarding techniques is true?

• Guard the point of operation, in-running nip points, and rotating parts of tools.

• Remove guard from tool while it is in use, then replace when the job is completed.

• Adjust guard on abrasive wheel to allow maximum exposure of the wheel surface.

• Wear PPE because guards will not protect operator from flying chips and sparks or moving parts of tools.

Employers must satisfy all of the following requirements, except:

• Provide PPE necessary to protect employees who are operating hand and power tools and are exposed to hazards.

• Comply with OSHA training and inspection standards related to hand and power tools

• Determine which manufacturer’s requirements and recommendations for a tool shall be followed or ignored.

• Do not issue or permit the use of unsafe hand tools.