Tool Safety

Rule #1 – Do Not Fall On Your DrillRule #1 – Do Not Fall On Your Drill

We Will Discuss…We Will Discuss…

• Causes of Tool Related Injuries

• Using The Right Tool For the Job

• Tool Inspection

• Use of Proper PPE

• Power Tool Guarding

• Proper Tool Handling

Injury CausesInjury Causes

Injuries are usually the result of:

Improper tool use, or

Failing to… Inspect the tool before use

Use Personal Protective Equipment

Use guards

Properly store the tool

Use safe handling techniques

Use The Right Tool For The JobUse The Right Tool For The Job

Use The Right Tool For The JobUse The Right Tool For The Job

Use The Right Tool For The JobUse The Right Tool For The Job

Use The Right Tool For The JobUse The Right Tool For The Job

• Do Not Use:– A screwdriver as a

chisel– A 2x4 or the “butt” of

a drill as a hammer– A bucket or a chair

as a ladder

Use The Right Tool For The JobUse The Right Tool For The Job

Use The Right Tool For The JobUse The Right Tool For The Job

• Get a Bigger Ladder!!

Inspect Tools For DamageInspect Tools For Damage

Inspect wrenches for sprung jaws

Inspect chisels and wedges for mushroomed heads

Check for loose, cracked or splintered handles (tools with taped handles may be hiding cracks)

Crack

Inspect Tools For DamageInspect Tools For Damage

• Check for visible wear and tear• Are all guards in place?• Are handles free of splits and cracks?• Are electric tools double-insulated or properly

grounded? (GFCI’s)• Are cutting edges sharp? (saw blades, bits,

etc…)

Inspect before use

Choose The Right PPEChoose The Right PPE

Proper PPE?Proper PPE?

Use GuardsUse Guards

• Guard:BeltsGearsShaftsPulleysFlywheelsChains

• Never remove a guard while the machine or tool is turned on

GuardingGuarding

• Machine guards must protect the operator and others from: Point of operation In-running nip points Rotating parts Flying chips and sparks

The point of operation is where the work is actually performed on the materials – it must be guarded

Point of OperationPoint of Operation

This shows a radial arm saw equipped with proper point of operation guards

In-Running Nip PointsIn-Running Nip Points

Nip Points

NOT adequately guarded

Flying Chips and SparksFlying Chips and Sparks

Store Tools ProperlyStore Tools Properly

Roll-A-Bed

Store Tools ProperlyStore Tools Properly

Handle Tools ProperlyHandle Tools Properly

• Do Not:Carry portable tools

by the cordUse electric cords

to hoist or lower tools

Yank cord or hose to disconnect it

Work near heat, oil, or sharp edges

No-No

Remember…Remember…

Injuries are usually the result of:

Improper tool use, or

Failing to… Inspect the tool before use

Use Personal Protective Equipment

Use guards

Properly store the tool

Use safe handling techniques