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HAND TOOL SAFETY

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Hand tool safety is incredibly important. Here are some policies you should consider implementing:

  • Employers should not issue or permit the use of unsafe hand tools, including tools that may be furnished by employees or employers.
  • All hand tools must be appropriately maintained.   
  • Proper training must be given to all employees to ensure users know the hazards of each piece of equipment 
  • Tools should only be used for their designed purpose.
  • Inspect tools and equipment to make sure that they are in proper working order. 
  • Tools must be kept clean and checked for defects.

Employees should be encouraged to: 

  • Ask how to use a piece of equipment or a tool if you are unfamiliar with it. 
  • Never force the tool if it is stuck. 
  • Use extra caution when using a sharp tool. 
  • Ensure always be sure that proper guards are in place.
  • Always wear shatter-resistant eye protection with side shields when working with a tool or equipment which can make materials airborne.
  • Be sure all electrical tools are grounded before using them. Use double insulated (internal ground) cords or ground-fault circuit interrupters (GFCI, especially if any moisture or water is near.
  • Always turn off a machine when there’s a problem, adjustment, cleaning, or repair required. Utilize the lock/out tag/out program to prevent accidental turn-on of equipment.
  • Be sure to shut off gasoline-powered equipment before refueling.

Finally, only trained employees should be allowed to operate powder-actuated tools.  All powder-actuated tools shall be tested daily before use, and all defects discovered before or during use need to be corrected.  

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