MSFFDM4022 - Hand Tools

What is the purpose of selecting the correct hand tool for the job?

• to ensure that the job is completed safely and effectively

• to prevent any damage to equipment or materials

• to ensure the job is done efficiently

• all of the above

How should you properly maintain and clean your hand tools after use?

• Leave on the bench for easy access next time
• Blow off the dust and put on the shelf
• wipe them down with a clean cloth or rag, oil any moving parts, and store them in a dry, secure place.

Why is it important to identify and report any faults or defects in hand tools

• So you can add them to a todo list to fix sometime
• faults or defects in hand tools can lead to safety hazards or the risk of injury to the user, if not rectified.
• So you can adjust the way the tool is used to accommodate the fault.

What factors should be considered when selecting hand tools for the creation of custom products

• size and shape of the finished product, the type and thickness of materials being used, and the level of precision required
• Which is my favourite tool
• the tool that is the sharpest and that I don't have to sharpen
• the tool that was left on my bench from the last job

How can you ensure that you are using the correct hand tool for the task in hand

• Seeking advice from experienced professionals, or during a woodworking course
• researching appropraite tools
• reading product manuals
• all of above

List 5 hand tools commonly used in the creation of custom products

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What are the safety precautions you need to take when working with hand tools

• Hand tools are safe so there is not much to consider
• Wear PPE, maintain a clear working area, and keep tools in good condition
• Make sure the radio is turned on to drown out any noise

Which are hand saws used in the creation of custom products

• Rip saw, crosscut saw, coping saw
• Seesaw
• Jigsaw
• What the butler saw

True or false - the following are all types of chisel: beveled edge, firmer, mortise, dovetail

• True

• False

What is the purpose of a metal hammer in the creation of custom products

• to even out lumps in a piece of wood
• To get your dovetails to fit
• To drive nails