- September 19, 2018
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- Safety Tips
- INSPECT YOUR TOOLS.-Never issue or use a damaged or defective hand or power tool. Always make sure they are in good working order before and after each use.
- PICK THE RIGHT TOOL.-Make sure you are using the correct tool for the task at hand. This also means using the right sized bits, blades and accessories on your power tools.
- WEAR YOUR PPE– Issue personal protective equipment to your employees and make sure they wear them properly. This comprises of items like safety goggles, hard hats, etc.
- DON’T ALTER YOUR TOOLS.-Never remove guards or disable safety devices on power tools. Don’t paint or cover up your tools as this could prevent you from noticing chips or cracks.
- HANDLE WITH CARE. -Tools are not toys. Never throw or toss a tool in the direction of or directly to a coworker. Never use electrical cords to lower or lift a tool to get it to a workspace.
- KEEP YOUR DISTANCE.–When working with hand and power tools be sure you have enough room to safely operate without coming into contact with other objects or coworkers.
- PICK UP AFTER YOURSELF. – Don’t leave idle hand tools lying around the job site. They can lead to tripping or be accidentally knocking on someone’s head.
- UNPLUG AND DISCONNECT-. Don’t leave electric power tools plugged in when not in use, when making adjustments such as replacing blades and bits, or loading fasteners.
- KEEP YOUR WORKSPACE CLEAN.-A cluttered floor can lead to accidental trips or falls which can be extremely dangerous when working with hand and power tools.
- GET TRAINED UP.-Make sure you and your employees are thoroughly trained on the proper use of hand and power tools required for the task at hand.
By Denis Ayemba https://constructionreviewonline.com/2017/05/10-safety-tips-handling-hand-andpower-tools/