Hand and Power Tools Safety

The risks associated with hand and power tools range from minor injuries, including bruises and small cuts, to major injuries, such as electrocution and limb amputation.Some injuries can even lead to ____________! For this reason, it’s important that you understand the risks associated with hand and power tools and what you can do to protect yourself from injury. Even if you don't use hand and power tools directly, if you supervise others that use them, you need to understand the risks and precautions associated with them.

Hand tools are _____ powered by electricity or other sources. They include saws, chisels, screwdrivers, wrenches, etc.

Which describes the difference between hand tools and power tools?

• Hand Tools are held in your hands, while power tools are not.

• Hand tools are powered by a battery, while power tools are powered by electricity.

• Hand tools do not require electrical power, while power tools require electrical power.

• Hand tools require electrical power, while power tools do not require electrical power.

Which is NOT an example of a hand tool?

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Cuts, scrapes and punctures: These mostly happen when hand tools are ____________ or when proper maintenance is ignored. For example, when a screwdriver is used as a chisel, parts of it can break off and strike you or a co-worker. Improper maintenance may cause wooden handles to become loose, splintered or cracked, releasing the head of the tool.

Injuries from falling objects: Hand tools can slide off roofs, scaffolds, ladders, or they can simply be _______ on your feet.

Trips: Hand tools are usually small and easy to ____________. They’re also easy to trip over!

Electric shock: Even though hand tools are not powered by electricity, many of them are made out of metal or other conductive material. If you are working on powered equipment with a hand tool, make sure the power source is disconnected and locked out ____________ starting.

Draw lines to connect the most likely type of hazard to each construction scene.

Working with sharp tools: Use sheaths and holsters for carrying sharp tools. When you are using cutting tools, cut in a direction that is ____________ from your body.