MODULE-1 Using Hand Tools

Plan and Prepare For Tasks

Prepared by Group 1
Objective

 This lesson aims to discuss the proper steps in planning and

preparing for the specific tasks to be undertake. Planning is a
process or change and development and for deciding how you
manage or influence those changes.
 This lesson aims to discuss the proper steps in planning and
preparing for the specific tasks to be undertaken.
What is planning?

Planning- as defined in the dictionary, is an act of formulating a specific

system for a definite course of action. Its is a very essential part of what ever
task there is that needs undertaken as it aids in one preparing for the tool/
materials to be used. Lets one project the possible scenarios that may
arise(such as loose or damage to the tools).
Planning is process of preparing for the change and development and for
deciding how to best manage or influence those changes. Planning is also
directed at resolving specific problem issues or conflicts.
 A guide to plan preparations

The Policy Background to Plan Preparation

Assessment- students need to be aware of the internal and external risk factors and the consequences of any damage/ failure
on their hand tools.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
 LIST OF TASKS TO BE UNDERTAKEN
 Most efforts to develop identification aids start and end with the recognition key and its
computer spin-offs, there are many other identification tasks, starting with the most
commonly used: instant recognition. Here is a preliminary list of identification tasks:
Each is briefly described below, including a definition taken from Webster's Unabridged
Dictionary.
 Recognition“ The identification of something as being of a certain kind
 "Elimination“ To leave out of consideration
 "Comparison“ The act of considering the relation between things in order to estimate
their similarities or differences
 "Selection“ To choose in preference of others" Selection is the opposite of elimination
 TIME SCHEDULING SUGGESTIONS

 Time scheduling will not make you a perfectly efficient person. Very few people can rigorously keep a
detailed schedule day after day over a long period of time. In fact, many students who draw up a study schedule
and find them selves unable to stick to it become impatient and often give up the scheduling idea
completely. The following method of organizing time has been helpful to many students and does not take much
time. It is more flexible than many methods and helps the student to establish long term, intermediate, and short
term time goals.
 PREPARE HAND
 Before you do any repair work on your PC—in fact, before you even think about taking off the cover of
your computer we recommend that you furnish yourself with a computer tool kit. In computer application,
the usage of proper hand tools and equipment is very essential. A good troubleshooter must be
knowledgeable in the tools and equipment.
 To complete hardware repairs, it is important to have a toolkit that shouldcontain all of the necessary
tools. As you gain experience, you will learn which toolsto have available for different types of jobs.
Hardware tools are grouped into thesefour categories:
 Electro-Static Discharge (ESD) tools
 Hand Tools
 Cleaning Tools
 Diagnostic Tools
 Electro-Static Discharge (ESD) Tools Static electricity is easily generated by friction on
carpets, tile flooring, clothing, hair, fabric, and etc. The friction of moving air alone will charges
suspended particles and cause the build-up of static electrical charges on people and objects in
the environment. Grounded antistatic work mats used with antistatic wrist straps provide the most basic
means for the controlled discharge of electrostatic electricity.
 Proper Use of ESD Tools Proper Use of Antistatic Wrist Strap
1.Connect the cable to the metal chassis of the computer.
2.Wrap the strap around your wrist.
3.The connection will keep your body at the same voltage (potential) as the computer.
4.Attach the wire on the same side of the equipment as the arm wearing the antistatic wrist strap to keep the wire out of
the way while you are working.
CAUTION: Never wear an antistatic wrist strap if you are repairing a monitor or CRT.
Proper Use of Antistatic Mat
1.Lay the computer on the mat.
2.Connect the computer to the mat with the cable.
3.Connect the mat to a reliable electrical ground with its cable.
4.Now, you and the computer are at ground potential
Hand Tools
A hand tool is a device for performing work on a material or a physical system using only hands. Hand tools
can be used manually or electrically powered, using electrical current. Examples of Hand Tools are as follows:
 Cleaning Tools Having the appropriate cleaning tools is essential when maintaining
or repairing computers. Using these tools ensures that computer components are not
damaged during cleaning.
Diagnostic Tools Computers are easier to use and more dependable with each new generation of
hardware and operating system update, but that does not mean they are problem-free. Here are the most
popular tools for diagnosing your computer problems:
Examples
 UNSAFE OR FAULTY TOOLSHand Tools include a wide variety of non-powered devices such as
wrenches,pliers, hammers, and screwdrivers. These tools may seem harmless, but they arethe cause of
many injuries. The Following are the summary of safety practicesrelated to hand tools.
 General hazards:
 The two most common hazards associated with the use of Hand Tools aremisuse and improper
maintenance.
 Misuse occurs when a hand tool is used for something other than its intendedpurpose. (An example
would be using screwdriver as a chisel. This may causethe tip to break and strike someone).
 Improper maintenance allows hand tools to deteriorate into an unsafecondition. (Example
would include cracked wooden handles that allow thetool head to fly off or mushroomed heads that can
shatter upon impact.
 Specially designed tools may be needed in hazardous environments. (Alwaysuse non-sparking tools
in the presence of flammable vapors and dusts.Insulated tools with appropriate ratings must be
used for electrical work).
 Personal Protective Equipment (PPE):
 The type of PPE needed when using tools depends on the nature of the work.
 The use of hand protection may also be appropriate to provide protection against cuts, abrasion, and
repeated impact.
 Do’s and Don’ts in Using Hand Tools Pliers:
 Do not increase the handle length of pliers to gain more leverage. Use a larger pair of pliers or bolt
cutters.
 Do not substitute pliers for a wrench when turning bolts and nuts. Pliers cannot grip these items
properly and will slip.
 Never use pliers as a hammer on the handle. Such abuse is likely to result in cracks or breaks.
 Cut hardened wire only with pliers designed for that purpose.
 Always cut a right angle. Never rock from side to side or bend wire back and forth against the cutting
edges
 Screwdrivers:
Never use screwdrivers as a pry bar, chisel, and punch stirrer or scraper.
Always use screwdriver tip that properly fits the slot of the screw.
Throw away screwdrivers with broken or worn handles.
Use magnetic or screw-holding screwdrivers to start fasteners in tight areas.
Never use pliers on a screwdriver for extra leverage. Only use wrench or screwdrivers specifically
designed to accept them.
A Tool is a handheld device that aids in accomplishing a task. Tools ranges from traditional metal cutting part of a machine to
an element of a computer program that activates and controls a particular function.

How to prepare task when using hand tools?

The following are the things to be considered when preparing a task when using Hand tools.1.

1. How do you select the first tool to for the job?

First, know and understand in detail the scope of work to be accomplished.
Second, plan for the scope taking into account the sequence of task.
2. Select the best tool for each task requires training use of tools,
experience in safe use and following manufacturer’s guidance and
instructions for a particular tool.
3. When obtaining the tool, all the associated tooling and consumable parts, as recommended by the manufacturer, must be
included. In addition, related consumable parts must also be selected and in accordance to manufacturer’s instruction. So
before touching on the job, you have to be familiar and very well oriented on the task that you are about to do. Do not start
your job without understanding the task completely. Then whatever instruction is being stated in the manufacture’s manual
regarding the use of the tool, you need have to follow it not just to achieve the goal but most importantly for your safety.
Hand Tools
A hand tool is a device for performing work on a material or a physical system using only hands. The hand tools can be
manually used employing force, or electrically powered, using electrical current. Examples of Hand Tools:

Flat head screwdriver

– used to loosen or tightens slotted screws.

Philips head screwdriver

– used to loosen or tighten cross-head screws.

Torx screwdriver
- used to loosen or tighten screws that have a star-like
depression on the top, a feature that is mainly found on laptop.
Identify the following tools: