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9/13/2012

SESSION OBJECTIVES

 Identify the hazards associated with


the use of different types of tools.
HAND TOOLS
 Understand the precautions
AND necessary to prevent
PORTABLE POWER TOOLS injuries/accidents in using hand and
portable power tools.

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CLEAR POINTS Hand tool accidents from;


 The Supervisor is primarily
responsible for ensuring the safe use  Human carelessness
of tools.  Not knowing the right tool for the job
 The use of hand and portable power  Ignorance of safety precautions
tools must be accompanied with  Failure to maintain/keep the tools
proper orientation. properly
 The use of right tools for the job  Not instructed for the correct usage
eliminates potential hazards thus
ensuring quality of work.
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Basic tool check HAND TOOLS SAFETY TIPS


 Keep tools clean
 Are the tools right for the job?
 Check tools for good working
 Are the tools in safe working
condition
condition?
 Use the right size and type for the
 Are the tools being used
job
properly?
 Carry tools in tool box, bag or belt
 Are the tools kept in a safe
place?  Do not use excessive force on the
tool
 Wear appropriate PPE
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MAIN TYPES OF PORTABLE POWER


TOOLS INJURIES CAUSED BY

 Electric  Electric shock


 Pneumatic  Particles in the eyes

 Cartridge/powder actuated  Fires

 Gasoline  Falls

 Hydraulic  Explosions

 Falling tools

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Wheel Breaking
PNEUMATIC TOOLS DANGER
• choose, right wheel for the task.
 Leaving airline where it
• don’t bend or stress wheel.
may cause tripping
• ensure disc is compatible with grinder.
hazard of be damaged by
• ensure disc is correctly fitted. traffic
• wear correct PPE for the task  Leaving tool with air
supply switched on
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Dangers…. CARTRIDGE TOOLS

 Used for fastening fixtures and


Disconnecting the hose from
materials to metal, pre-cast,
the tool using it to clean pre-stressed concrete,
machine or clothing. masonry, block, brick, stone
Squeezing the trigger before and wood surfaces
reaching the work  Instructions for use, handling
and storage be just as strict as
a firearm
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DANGERS

 Free shots
 Ricochet

 Atmosphere causing
explosion
 Projectiles fired through the
work

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Operator Safety
The powder-actuated system features safety
SAFETY TIPS
 Do not use if your hands are wet or if
Drop-firing Contact pressure standing on wet surfaces
safety safety device
device

Trigger safety 1 Unintentional firing


device safety device

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USING ANY TOOLS…… MOST COMMONLY INVOLVED

 Make sure that you know how


to use the tool properly

 If tools are misused, it can


result in injury or spoiled work

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FALLING TOOLS CAN BE A


KILLER!

USING TOOLS
AT HEIGHT
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COMMON ERGONOMIC INJURIES INJURIES CAUSED BY…


 Bursitis
 Repeated overtime use of vibrating
 Carpal Tunnel Syndrome tool/equipment.
 Cellulitis  Tools/tasks which require twisting hand or
 Epicondylitis joint movement.
 Ganglion  Applying force in an awkward position.
 Osteo-arthritis  Applying excessive pressure on parts of the
 Tendonitis hands, back, wrists or joints.
 Tenosynovitis  Working with the arms over-stretched or
 Tension Neck/Shoulder overhead.
 Trigger finger  Working with a bent back.

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THE USE OF PERSONAL PROTECTIVE


TAKE NOTE! EQUIPMENT

The injury/disease caused by poorly


designed or unsuitable tools and  Because power tools often come
work stations often develop slowly
into close contact with the body,
over a period of months or years.
wearing the appropriate personal
However, a worker will usually have protective equipment is necessary
some signs and symptoms for a long to prevent personal injury.
period of time indicating that
something is wrong.
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This look better…… SIGNS

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CONSIDERATION FOR SELECTION

 Due to breakage and inefficiency


cheap tools are more expensive
than tools of good quality in the
long run. Therefore, it pays to buy Thank you.
only the best affordable quality
available.

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