Hand and Power Tools for Canada
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Health & Safety (HSE)Hand and Power Tools for Canada

Hand and Power Tools for Canada

0.25 Hrs
SKU: RVCT-1042

The power to recognize and avoid injury is right at your fingertips. This course includes information on hand tools and power tools, including electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, liquid fuel, and powder-actuated power tools. Topics covered include general tool safety, maintenance, guards, best practices, and operating guidelines. [course outline] Hand Tools Portable Power Tools Electrical Tools Pneumatic Tools Liquid Fuel Tools Hydraulic Power Tools Powder-Actuated Tools Abrasive Wheel Tools Guards Switches and Controls Maintenance Power Tool Do’s Power Tool Do Not’s Operating Guidelines

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Hand and Power Tools for Canada
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Course Details

Learning Objectives

• Hand tools
• Power tools
• Tool safety
• Tool maintenance
• Tool do’s and do not’s
• Operating guidelines

Specs

Course Level
Intermediate
Languages
English, French
Compatibility
Audio, Video
Based on:
Industry Standards and Best Practices

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is a hand tool?

A hand tool is a manually operated tool, such as a hammer or screwdriver.

What are some safety tips for using hand tools?

Always use for their intended purpose, perform maintenance and inspect for safety, take out of service if defects are noticed.

What is a power tool?

An electric tool, a pneumatic tool, a liquid-fuel tool, a hydraulic tool, or a powder-actuated tool.

What are safety tips for power tools and guards?

Use guards properly and never remove guards. In addition, each “type” of power tool has its own safety best practices, and each individual tool has its own as well. Always follow manufacturer recommendations.

What are safety tips for power tools and switches/controls?

Use switches and controls as recommended by manufacturers and always in a safe manner.

What are safety tips for power tools and maintenance?

Ensure the tool is unpowered before performing maintenance; perform regular maintenance; inspect regularly for damage and then maintain; take broken or damaged tools out of service until they are repaired.

What are some power tool “dos?”

Use tools for their intended purpose; work in a well-lit area; use appropriate PPE; avoid hazards from using near water; inspect, clean, maintain, and store properly; followed manufacturer’s usage guidelines, only use tools you’ve been trained to use.

What are some power tool “don’ts?”

Don’t use tools without proper training; don’t use in wet or damp areas (unless they are intended for that purpose); don’t use in flammable or explosive environments; do nothing that might damage the cord.

Sample Video Transcript

Tools are an integral part of everyday life and often they are used without fully recognizing the potential danger they may pose. At work and at home, it is important to take great care to properly use and maintain all tools as most tool related accidents occur due to improper use or maintenance. It is important to pay close attention to the condition of tools before they are used and to be aware of potential dangers in the work area before starting a job. For example, failure to take notice of the condition of a tool, such as a splintered shaft on a hammer, may result in the head flying off and injuring yourself or others. This course is designed to help inform you and raise awareness about some of the dangers associated with hand and power tools that many people work with every day.

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