USE APPROPRIATE HAND

TOOLS AND TEST

EQUIPMENT
Hand tools are very essential for day-to-day
jobs. They have been used by humans since
ancient times to complete various useful
tasks. Hand tools are of different types and
can be used for any kind of work. Some
tools are versatile and some of them are
specifically used for a specific job.
 A GUIDE TO PLAN PREPARATION

The Policy background to Plan Preparation

Assessment- Students need to be aware of

internal and external risk factors and the
consequences of any damage/ failure on their
hand tools.
 A GUIDE TO PLAN PREPARATION

The Policy background to Plan Preparation

Prevention- The student should identify which

hand tools is damaged. Preparation of plans- A
plan will be required to be realistic, flexible and
meet all the assessed needs of a student at the
same time the hand tools itself and the likely
needs of recipients of the emergency response.
 A GUIDE TO PLAN PREPARATION

The Policy background to Plan Preparation

Education- Anyone involved to any extent in an

emergency plan should be aware of his role and
be given the opportunity to practice actually
doing it.
 A GUIDE TO PLAN PREPARATION

The Policy background to Plan Preparation

Testing / Exercising- Any plan must be tested to

ensure that it encompasses all the outcomes of
known or reasonably foreseeable risks and that it
would be effective in providing a sufficient and
timely response.
 A GUIDE TO PLAN PREPARATION

The Policy background to Plan Preparation

Review- There are a number of circumstances in

which a plan may need to be reviewed. Following
any test of a plan, or its use in an emergency
situation, it is important to analyze whether the
planned response was fully effective.
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The Policy background to Plan Preparation

Response- The student should respond to

incidents as part of their core activities. Others
may only very occasionally be asked to provide an
emergency response. Safety and Risk - An
emergency situation does absolve teachers and
students from their responsibilities, for their
health and safety. All emergency plans should
therefore take account of the need to maintain the
highest possible standards of safety.
 A GUIDE TO PLAN PREPARATION

The Policy background to Plan Preparation

Safety and Risk - An emergency situation does

absolve teachers and students from their
responsibilities, for their health and safety. All
emergency plans should therefore take account of
the need to maintain the highest possible
standards of safety.
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Hardware tools are grouped into these four
categories:

• Electro-Static Discharge (ESD) tools

• Hand Tools
• Cleaning Tools
• Diagnostic Tools
The purpose of an antistatic wrist
strap is to equalize the electrical
charge between you and the
equipment.
An antistatic mat is slightly conductive. It works by drawing static
electricity away from a component and transferring it safely from
equipment to a grounding point.
 PROPER USE OF HAND TOOLS

Screws

Match each screw with the proper

screwdriver. Place the tip of the screwdriver
on the head of the screw. Turn the
screwdriver clockwise to tighten the screw
and counterclockwise to loosen the screw.
 PROPER USE OF HAND TOOLS

Screws can become stripped if you over-

tighten them with a screwdriver. A stripped
screw may get stuck in the screw hole, or it
may not tighten firmly. Discard stripped
screws.
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Flat head screwdriver

Use a flat head screwdriver when you are

working with a slotted screw. Do not use a
flat head screwdriver to remove a Phillips
head screw. Never use a screwdriver as a
pry bar. If you cannot remove a component,
check to see if there is a clip or latch that is
securing the component in place.
 PROPER USE OF HAND TOOLS

CAUTION: If excessive force is needed to

remove or add a component, something is
probably wrong. Take a second look to make
sure that you have not missed a screw or a
locking clip that is holding the component in
place. Refer to the device manual or diagram
for additional information.
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Phillips head screwdriver

Use a Phillips head screwdriver with

crosshead screws. Do not use this type of
screwdriver to puncture anything. This will
damage the head of the screwdriver.
 PROPER USE OF HAND TOOLS

Hex driver

Use a hex driver to loosen and tighten bolts

that have a hexagonal (six-sided) head. Hex
bolts should not be over-tightened because
the threads of the bolts can be stripped. Do
not use a hex driver that is too large for the
bolt that you are using.
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CAUTION: Some tools are magnetized.

When working around electronic devices, be
sure that the tools you are using have not
been magnetized. Magnetic fields can be
harmful to data stored on magnetic media.
Test your tool by touching the tool with a
screw. If the screw is attracted to the tool,
do not use the tool.
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CAUTION: Pencils should not be used inside

the computer to change the setting of
switches or to pry off jumpers. The pencil
lead can act as a conductor and may
damage the computer components.
 PROPER USE OF CLEANING MATERIALS

CAUTION: Before cleaning any device, turn it off and

unplug the device from the power source. Computer
Cases and Monitors Clean computer cases and the
outside of monitors with a mild cleaning solution on
a damp, lint-free cloth. Mix one drop of dishwashing
liquid with four ounces of water to create the
cleaning solution. If any water drips inside the case,
allow enough time for the liquid to dry before
powering on the computer.
 PROPER USE OF CLEANING MATERIALS

CAUTION: When compressed air is used to clean

inside the computer, the air should be blown around
the components with a minimum distance of four
inches from the nozzle. The power supply and the fan
should be cleaned from the back of the case.
 PROPER USE OF CLEANING MATERIALS

Keeping computers clean inside and out is a vital

part of a maintenance program. Dirt can cause
problems with the physical operation of fans,
buttons, and other mechanical components. On
electrical components, an excessive buildup of dust
will act like an insulator and trap the heat. This
insulation will impair the ability of heat sinks and
cooling fans to keep components cool, causing chips
and circuits to overheat and fail.
 PROPER USE OF TOOLS

The proper use of troubleshooting tools in a

toolkit should be properly observed by
technicians when repairing a computer.
LCD/LED Cleaning
 LCD/LED Cleaning

Do not use ammoniated glass cleaners or

any other solution on an LCD screen, unless
the cleaner is specifically designed for the
purpose. Harsh chemicals will damage the
coating on the screen. There is no glass
protecting these screens, so be gentle when
cleaning them and do not press firmly on
the screen.
CRT Monitor Cleaning
 CRT Monitor Cleaning

The CRT monitor is your old-school

computer screen and uses a glass much like
old television sets. To clean the screens of
CRT monitors, dampen a soft, clean, lint-
free cloth with distilled water and wipe the
screen from top to bottom. Then use a soft,
dry cloth to wipe the screen and remove any
streaking after you have cleaned the
monitor.
 CRT Monitor Cleaning

Clean dusty components with a can of compressed air.

Compressed air does not cause electrostatic buildup on
components. Make sure that you are in a well-ventilated area
before blowing the dust out of the computer. A best practice is to
wear a dust mask to make sure that you do not breathe in the
dust particles.

Blow out the dust using short bursts from the can. Never tip the
can or use the compressed air can upside down. Do not allow the
fan blades to spin from the force of the compressed air. Hold the
fan in place. Fan motors can be ruined from spinning when the
motor is not turned on.
 Component Contacts

Clean the contacts on components with

isopropyl alcohol. Do not use rubbing
alcohol. Rubbing alcohol contains impurities
that can damage contacts. Make sure that
the contacts do not collect any lint from the
cloth or cotton swab. Blow any lint off the
contacts with compressed air before
reinstallation.
 Keyboard Cleaning

Clean a desktop keyboard

with compressed air or a
small, hand-held vacuum
cleaner with a brush
attachment.
CAUTION: Never use a standard vacuum cleaner
inside a computer case. The plastic parts of the
vacuum cleaner can build up static electricity and
discharge to the components. Use only a vacuum
approved for electronic components.
 Mouse Cleaning

Use glass cleaner and a soft

cloth to clean the outside of the
mouse. Do not spray glass
cleaner directly on the mouse. If
cleaning a ball mouse, you can
remove the ball and clean it
with glass cleaner and a soft
cloth. Wipe the rollers clean
inside the mouse with the same
cloth. Do not spray any liquids
inside the mouse.
 PERSONAL PROTECTIVE CLOTHING AND EQUIPMENT

Whenever you perform a task in the workshop you

must use personal protective clothing and equipment
(PPE) that is appropriate for the task and which
conforms to your local safety regulations and policies.
Personal protective equipment (PPE) refers to protective
clothing, helmets, goggles, or other garments or
equipment designed to protect the wearer's body from
injury. The hazards addressed by protective equipment
include physical, electrical, heat, chemicals,
biohazards, and airborne particulate matter.
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MAINTAIN HAND TOOLS
 MAINTAIN HAND TOOLS

To avoid accidents in the work place resulting from

the incorrect use of hand tools, it will be important
that you understand the proper use of your items.
 PROPER USE, MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE TOOLS

The use of safety hand tools should be a key

component of most industrial safety
programs. An understanding of the hand
tool’s intended use and environment,
combined with proper tool selection,
maintenance and storage, will greatly
reduce the risk of harmful accidents.
 COMMON-SENSE GUIDELINES FOR TOOL
USE, MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE:

• Clean the tools and equipment you used and check them for
any damage at the end of the day. If you note and damage, tag
the tool as faulty and organize a repair or replacement.

• Keep electrical power hand tools free from dust and dirt and
make sure they are free of oil and grease because electrical
current can travel over oily or greasy surfaces.

• Keep the hand tools in safe working order by having

maintenance schedule.

• Store commonly used hand tools in an easy-to-reach location

and keep your work area tidy. This will help you work more
efficiently and safely.
 COMMON-SENSE GUIDELINES FOR TOOL
USE, MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE:

• Do not use hand tools fitted with wooden handles in places

where the handles may dry out and shrink. This will increase the
risk of the handle breaking or the head becoming loose.

• When sharpening hand tools, follow normal safety procedures,

such as the provision of eye and face protection, adequate
extraction and dust collecting facilities.