safety_hand_tool

**GENERAL SAFETY FOR HAND TOOL OPERATION**

 * DO:**

• WEAR safety glasses or goggles when required. • ENSURE that workers are properly trained in the safe use of hand tools. • USE good quality tools. • SELECT the right tool for the job. Substitutes increase the chance of having an accident. • PULL ON a wrench or pliers. Never push unless you hold the tool with your palm open. • MAINTAIN tools carefully. Keep them clean and dry, and store them properly after each use. • INSPECT tools for defects before use. • KEEP cutting tools sharp. • KEEP tools in good condition at all times. Replace or repair cracked and broken handles on files, hammers, screwdrivers, or sledges. • REPLACE worn jaws on wrenches, pipe tools and pliers. • REDRESS burred or mushroomed heads of striking tools. • ESTABLISH a procedure for the control of tools, and inspected tools for wear and defects before using. • CARRY tools in a sturdy tool box to and from the worksite. • USE a heavy belt or apron and hang tools at your sides, not behind your back. • KEEP the work environment clean and tidy to avoid clutter which may cause accidents

• DO NOT USE tools for jobs they are not intended to do. • DO NOT APPLY excessive force or pressure on tools. • DO NOT CUT towards yourself when using cutting tools. • DO NOT HOLD the stock in the palm of your hand when using a cutting tool or a screwdriver. • DO NOT WEAR bulky gloves to operate hand tools. • DO NOT THROW tools. Hand them directly to workers. • DO NOT CARRY tools in a way that interferes with using both hands on a ladder, while climbing on a structure, or when doing any hazardous work. • DO NOT CARRY a sharp tool in your pocket.
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