Maintenance of Tools and Equipment

You need to check if a tool is still functional. What is the best way to start?

• Use the tool immediately to test its condition

• Visually inspect the tool for damage or wear

• Clean the tool before checking

• Store the tool first, then check later

Why is it important to label non-functional tools separately?

• To prevent their accidental use

• To remind workers that all tools need cleaning

• To save space in the toolbox

• To make them easy to replace

A tool's handle is cracked, but the metal part is still intact. What should you do?

• Continue using it carefully

• Replace the handle or repair it before use

• Throw it away immediately

• Store it separately for future inspection

Design a checklist for inspecting electrical tools. Which of these should be included?

• Checking for loose wires and frayed insulation

• Ensuring all tools are kept in one place

• Checking the length of the tool's handle

• Keeping the tools dry at all times

If a screwdriver is missing from your toolbox, what should you do first?

• Ignore it and use another tool

• Report the missing tool and check the inventory list

• Replace it with any available tool

• Ask a co-worker if they took it

Why do some tools require polar solvents for cleaning instead of nonpolar solvents?

• Polar solvents dissolve water-based dirt

• Polar solvents make tools shinier

• Polar solvents prevent rust better

• Polar solvents remove oil and grease faster

Which tool is most likely non-functional and should be checked carefully?

• A screwdriver with a slightly loose handle

• A wrench with a broken jaw

• A hammer with scratches on its surface

• A tape measure with faded numbers

If you were to design a tool inspection procedure, what should be the final step?

• Report and segregate damaged tools

• Start cleaning the tools

• Immediately use the inspected tools

• Store all tools in one place

How should you clean tools with heavy grease buildup?

• Use a dry cloth to wipe the grease off

• Wash them with detergent and water

• Use kerosene or a degreaser

• Let the grease dry and scrape it off

What happens if tools are not lubricated properly?

• They become heavier

• They may rust or wear out faster

• They become more powerful

• They will require less maintenance