Hand and Power ToolSafety Standards

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OSHA - 29CFR1926.300-302Objectives

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Objectives

• To understand OSHA Standards designated for the use of hand and power tools in the construction industry

• To recognize safe tool operation and handling• Be able to visually inspect and acknowledge

unsafe tools and environments

Importance of Proper Training

Personal Protective Equipment

• 1926.300(c) • Employees using hand and power tools are exposed

to the hazard of falling, flying, abrasive and splashing objects, or exposed to harmful dusts, fumes, mists, vapors, or gases shall be provided with the particular personal protective equipment necessary to protect them from the hazard. All personal protective equipment shall meet the requirements and be maintained according to Subparts D and E of this part.

The Condition of Tools

• 1926.300(a) • Condition of tools. All hand and power tools

and similar equipment, whether furnished by the employer or the employee, shall be maintained in a safe condition.• No missing pieces and/or guards• Cords are intact and not frayed or cut• No evidence of motor burn

Power Switches

• Most power tools have single action “on/off” switches.– Can be accomplished by similar movement of

finger or fingers to turn on and off.

• Electric power tools can also have constant pressure switches.– Once pressure is released, power is disconnected.

Electric Powered-Operated Tools

All electric tools should have the properly double insulated cord and be grounded.

DO NOT USE THE CORD TO HOIST OR CARRY THE TOOL!!!

Pneumatic Power Tools

• Framing Nailers, finishing nailers, and staplersAll of these have a safety muzzle to prevent the accidental firing of fasteners unless tool is in contact with surface.

DO NOT USE THE AIR HOSE TO CARRY OR HOIST THE TOOL!!!

Powder Actuated Tools

• 1926.302(e)(1) • Only employees who have been trained in the operation of the

particular tool in use shall be allowed to operate a powder-actuated tool.

• Tool should be tested daily.• Any tool not passing will be removed from service

immediately.

• 1926.302(e)(5) • Tools shall not be loaded until just prior to the intended firing

time. Neither loaded nor empty tools are to be pointed at any employees. Hands shall be kept clear of the open barrel end.

Powder Actuated Tools

• Fastener systems which use a gunpowder charge to penetrate solid surfaces such as steel, concrete, or rock.

• Remington, Ramset, and Hilti are common brands.

Non-powered Hand Tools

• Hammers, hand saws, drivers, wrenches, and impact tools– Handles should not be

cracked, chipped, or broken.

– Impact tools (chisels, wedges, and pins) should not have a mushroomed head.

– Wrenches should have their grips in working range and not over extended.

Common sense and the awareness of others will improve safety on the job site.

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Employees using hand and power tools are exposed to the hazard of falling, flying, abrasive, and splashing objects, or exposed to harmful dusts, fumes, mists,

vapors, or gases.

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Power Tools that are in safe working conditions have the following:

No evidence of motor burn

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No missing pieces and/or guards

Cords are intact and not frayed or cut

All of the above

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These types of power tools require an air compressor to operate the tools:

Pneumatic PowderActivated

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