Safety Practices for Tools and Equipment

Why is it important to inspect hand tools before use?

• To make them look new

• To ensure they are free from defects that could cause injury

• To check their aesthetic appeal

• To increase their weight

When calibrating measuring instruments, what is the main goal?

• To improve the instrument's design

• To ensure the instrument provides accurate and reliable measurements

• To make the instrument easier to handle

• To change the instrument's color

How should you respond if you find a power tool with a frayed cord?

• Continue using it if it seems to work

• Replace the cord or have the tool repaired before use

• Wrap the cord with tape and use it

• Ignore it if you are in a hurry

Why should you use the correct tool for a specific task?

• To impress others with your knowledge

• To ensure the task is completed efficiently and safely

• To minimize the time spent on the task

• To make the task more challenging

How does proper storage of tools contribute to safety?

• It makes tools easier to find

• It prevents tools from becoming damaged and reduces the risk of accidents

• It increases the space in the workshop

• It makes tools more aesthetically pleasing

Why is it important to follow the manufacturer’s instructions for a power tool?

• To ensure you understand the tool's features

• To comply with safety regulations and use the tool correctly

• To modify the tool's appearance

• To increase the tool's lifespan

How does proper lighting contribute to workshop safety?

• It enhances tool performance

• It helps in identifying potential hazards and ensuring accurate work

• It increases the tool's weight

• It makes the workshop more visually appealing

Why should you avoid using a measuring instrument in a dirty or contaminated environment?

• It reduces the instrument's accuracy and can lead to incorrect measurements

• It makes the instrument more durable

• It increases the speed of measurements

• It enhances the instrument's appearance

What is a recommended practice for using power tools in terms of maintenance?

• Perform maintenance only when the tool breaks down

• Regularly clean and inspect the tool as per the manufacturer's guidelines

• Ignore maintenance if the tool seems to work fine

• Perform maintenance only when a supervisor is present

How should tools be stored when not in use?

• Left on the workbench

• In a designated, organized area to prevent damage and ensure accessibility

• In a disorganized pile

• Outside exposed to the elements