WorksheetsHand Tool Safety
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 10mins
Keep work and walking areas free of clutter to eliminate tripping hazards before accidents occur.
Which one does NOT belong when it come to proper housekeeping in the workplace?
Store tools away from walkways.
Put away tools and equipment when not in use.
Let debris pile up until someone else takes care of it.
Keep aisles, stairways, and doorways unobstructed.
Which one is correct when it come to basic tool safety?
Only operate tools that you have been trained to operate.
Use the right tool for the job.
Operate the tool properly and according to the manufacturer's specifications.
Wear the proper personal protective equipment (PPE).
All are correct.
Which one does NOT belong when it come to inspection and maintenance of tools?
Keep all tools clean.
It's okay to work with tools that have become dull.
Make sure that all safety measures are working properly before using a tool.
If a tool is damaged, do not use it and remove it from service.
The "point of operation" is the place where the work is actually performed on the materials.
The "point of operation" must be guarded.
Which "points of operation" is NOT properly guarded? (Select all that apply.)
Proper Personal Equipment (PPE) must be selected based on the body part that is prone to injury and by the hazards that are present.
For example, which PPE may be required when handling chemicals? (Check all that apply.)
Safety gloves
Apron, vest, or coveralls
Safety glasses or goggles
Respirator
Never use hand tools for any other purpose that what they were designed.
True
False
When it comes to utility knives, which one is NOT true?
If needed, repeat along your cutting line until the material separates.
If the blade is tearing instead of cutting, it is likely too dull and should be replaced.
It is okay to use a lot of force on the blade when cutting.
Make sure to not cut towards your body.
When it come to electrical tool safety, which is NOT true?
Hold the switch button while carrying a plugged-in tool.
Follow all LOTO procedures.
Disconnect tools when they are not in use, before servicing and cleaning, and when changing accessories.
Keep body parts away from hazardous areas.
True
False
Which of the following tools are NOT labeled correctly?
pliers
wrench
flathead screwdriver
Phillips head screwdriver
ratchet
