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Do not use a cutting tool until you are trained in its proper and safe use. Do not use cushion grip handles for jobs requiring insulated handles. Cushion grips are for comfort primarily and do not protect against electric shock. Do not use cutters which are cracked, broken or loose. Do not exceed the recommended capacity of a tool. Do not cut diagonally. Do not rock cutters from side to side when cutting wire. Do not pry or twist with tool when cutting. Do not hammer on cutting tools or extend the handle length to achieve greater cutting power. Do not expose cutters to excessive heat. Do not repair cutters. Discard equipment that is cracked, broken or shows signs of damage.

Refer to OSH Answers General Hand Tool Operation for more tips.

Fact sheet confirmed current: 2018-12-20 Fact sheet last revised: 2013-10-02

What are the three safety precautions to be observed when using cutting fluids?

Metal working fluids are used to remove particles during grinding and machining procedures. They reduce the amount of heat and friction produced and can be referred to as metal cutting fluids. They are a powerful resource in the machine industry yet due to their complex chemical compositions, they require extra care and consideration when working with them.

Metal working fluids are composed of mixtures of straight oils, corrosion inhibitors and additives to introduce extreme pressure, emulsifiers, biocides and anti-weld agents. Using the right metal cutting lubricant is very important in MQL (Minimum Quantity Lubrication) applications. The perfect lubricant will adhere to the surface of the tool and provide a thin, low friction barrier between the cutting tool and work piece.

While in use, some metal cutting fluids may become contaminated by hydraulic fluids or particles produced by grinding. Over time, water-based fluids may become contaminated via bacterial growth which may cause biological byproducts like mycotoxins and endotoxins.

1. In some cases, exposure such as breathing in the aerosols fumes or skin contact when touching equipment or tools covered with the fluids can cause negative effects.
2. These effects include allergic reactions such as a rash, impaired lung function, chronic bronchitis, hypersensitivity pneumonitis and asthma.

To prevent these, you should always adhere to the following measures:

Wear protective clothing before handling the fluids. Wear a mask and gloves at all times. Ensure your working area is properly ventilated to avoid contaminant recirculation. When using a fluid, use splash guards to prevent unnecessary spraying and splashing. Keep all machines clean and ensure the fluids are changed frequently. Always follow the precautions given on the Safety Data Sheets from your supplier. Always wash your hands before eating or drinking and avoid eating or drinking in the work area. Ensure that all machinery undergoes regular maintenance to reduce contamination from tramp oils.

What are the four good tool rules?

What are some basic tips when using hand tools? – Back to top

Ensure that employees are properly trained in the safe use of hand tools. Always provide training on how to choose the right tool for the job, how to correctly use each tool, and how to identify when tools need repair. Select the right tool for the job. Substitutes increase the chance of having an accident. Use tools designed to allow wrist to stay straight. Avoid using hand tools with your wrist bent. Use good quality tools. Keep tools in good condition at all times. Inspect tools for defects before use. Replace or repair defective tools. Keep cutting tools sharp and cover sharp edges with a suitable covering to protect the tool and to prevent injuries from unintended contact. Replace cracked, splintered, or broken handles on files, hammers, screwdrivers, or sledges. Ensure that the handles of tools like hammers and axes fit tightly into the head of the tool. Replace worn jaws on wrenches, pipe tools and pliers. Redress burred or mushroomed heads of striking tools. Pull on a wrench or pliers. Never push unless you hold the tool with your palm open. Point sharp tools (e.g., saws, chisels, knives) laying on benches away from aisles and handles should not extend over the edge of the bench top. Maintain tools carefully. Keep them clean and dry, and store them properly after each use. Carry tools in a sturdy tool box to and from the worksite. Wear safety glasses or goggles, or a faceshield (with safety glasses or goggles) and well-fitting gloves appropriate for the hazards to which you may be exposed when doing various tasks. Keep the work environment clean and tidy to avoid clutter which may cause accidents. Use a heavy belt or apron and hang tools pointed down at your sides, not behind your back. Keep the work space tidy. Store tools properly when not in use.

What are the precautions for cutting?

What are some general safety tips to know when using cutting tools? – Back to top Many types and sizes of cutters are used for cutting selected metal products made from iron, steel, or softer, non-ferrous materials (e.g., copper, brass, aluminum). Cutters are designed to cut materials of different kinds of products such as wires, cables (electrical, coax, multi-strand), wire ropes, fencing, bolts, rods, pre-stressed concrete wires, and strapping.

Wear safety glasses or goggles, or a face shield (with safety glasses or goggles) and protective gloves when using cutters. Choose the proper cutter for the job. Cutters are designed for a specific type, hardness, and size of material. Cut materials straight across – keep the material being cut at right angles to the cutting edges of jaws. Prevent injury from flying metal by wrapping a burlap bag, cloth or rag around the cutting jaws. Metal can fly when cut. The harder the metal, the farther it will fly. Warn those in the area to take precautionary measures to avoid possible injury from flying metal pieces. Keep cutting tools in good repair. Adjust and lubricate cutter and moving parts daily if heavily used. Sharpen jaws according to manufacturers’ instructions.

What is the safety hazard in cutting?

Hazards and Solutions – Health hazards from welding, cutting, and brazing operations include exposures to metal fumes and to ultraviolet (UV) radiation. Safety hazards from these operations include burns, eye damage, electrical shock, cuts, and crushed toes and fingers.

Is 5-point harness safer?

About the Harness – A properly-fitted 5-point gives the best possible protection for your child. A 5-point harness has straps that go over both shoulders and both hips and then buckles at the crotch. The car seat will tell you the weight and height range of the harness.

Check regularly to make sure your child hasn’t outgrown it. A seat belt is also a type of harness and is used on older children in booster seats. Every passenger in a moving vehicle must use some form of harness for protection in case of a crash. As your child grows, the proper placement of the shoulder straps changes.

On, the shoulder straps should come through the car seat slots at or just BELOW your child’s shoulders. On, the shoulder straps should be at or just ABOVE the shoulders. Car Seat: Use a 5-point harness for your child for as long as your child meets the weight or height limits of the car seat.

1. A 5-point harness provides more protection than a seat belt used with a booster seat or a seat belt alone.
2. Make sure that the harness fits snugly around your child’s hips and shoulders.
3. We will show you how to do the Pinch Test in Tip #4.
4. Booster Seat: After your child has outgrown the car seat harness, move to a booster seat.

Use the car’s lap and shoulder seat belt with a booster seat as shown in the video above. The shoulder strap should fit across the chest and on the shoulder, not across the face or neck. The lap belt should lie on the top of the legs or low on the hips, not across the stomach.

Follow the seat belt guides on the booster seat. If your child moves the shoulder belt behind her back and under her arm, it means that the seat belt and booster seat aren’t fitting properly. If your child cannot use the booster seat just as the manufacturer requires, return to the car seat with a harness instead.

Seat Belt Alone: Do the in every car your child uses. Use the seat belt alone when your child has outgrown the booster seat and passes the Seat Belt Fit Test. Place the seat belt over the shoulder and low on the hips. If your child cannot fit properly and safely with just a seat belt, use the booster seat instead.

• Do the to make sure the harness is snug enough.
• After you buckle and tighten the harness, pinch the harness at the shoulder.
• If the harness is snug, your fingers will slide off the webbing.
• If the harness is loose, you will be able to pinch the webbing between your fingers.
• A loose harness is a common mistake and is not safe.

Keep tightening the harness until it passes the Pinch Test.

What precautions for using cutting tools such as saws and knives include?

The most important rule to remember about using cutting tools is to ALWAYS cut away from the body and face. When cutting with one hand, always know where you other hand is. If a sharp tool is dropped, don’t try to catch it but allow it to fall, making sure that your legs and feet are out of the way.

Why safety precautions are necessary while working with tools?

Hand tools are used in almost every type of industrial or construction industry and across every trade. The simplicity of some tools means that their associated hazards are often overlooked when in fact they are a leading cause of workplace injury in the UK.

Construction industries are investing for tools like these anchors for fall protection to ensure safety. While some of those injuries will be minor, others will cause long term physical damage and have lasting effects on employees lives and their ability to work. Even the humble screwdriver can cause painful lacerations or puncture injuries if it slips because the tip has become worn or the wrong size is used.

Similarly, employers should ask whether their employees know that only non-sparking pliers should be used near combustible material. If injuries related to hand tools are common in a workplace, it may be time for the organization to rethink their health and safety procedures.

What are the rules of tool room?

Keep the aisles clean and clear at all times. Wear appropriate clothing and footwear, tie long hair back and remove jewelry and other clothing accessories (e.g. tie, bracelets). Never eat or drink in the room. Put unused tools away in an appropriate place.

What is one of the most important rules of tool maintenance?

Clean, Inspect and Care for Tools – Make it a habit to clean tools after each use before you return them to storage. Wipe them down with a rag or old towel and be sure they are free of dust, grease and debris before you put them into their proper places.

This is also an opportunity to look for any damage or defects. Check your tools’ handles for splinters, breaks and cracks. Also, make sure that metal parts show no signs of corrosion or rust. Repair or replace any tools that show signs of damage. Cold chisels, log-splitting wedges and other striking tools can be very dangerous if they are not maintained properly.

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Because these types of tools are used for repeated striking, the surface of the metal head eventually mushrooms out and spreads to form a lip or ridge around the edge. With continued use, there is more spreading and the metal lip may continue to thin, split or curl until it finally breaks.

1. If the metal head separates from the handle while in use, this could result in a dangerous projectile.
2. To prevent this hazard, just grind off the metal edges with a powered grinder on a regular basis.
3. Don’t use tools that need repair or replacement.
4. Broken tools can cause injury.
5. Don’t use tools inappropriately; you risk injury to yourself, others and damage to the tools.

After cleaning, use an all-purpose oil, such as WD-40® to lubricate tools with adjustable parts. Lightly spray other metal tool parts as well (avoid getting oil on handles), such as screwdrivers and bladed lawn and garden tools, Wipe away any excess with a rag before storing.

This will help fight corrosion and rust. If your tools already show signs of rust, there are a number of rust removers available at True Value, such as Evapo-Rust Rust Remover, You can also try spraying tools with WD-40® and then scrubbing them with steel wool or a stiff wire brush, Afterwards, wash them with warm, soapy water and scrub them again with a cloth or rag until all signs of rust are gone.

Then dry them thoroughly with a clean, dry rag. Apply a light coat of WD-40® and wipe away excess oil before storing. You should wear heavy gloves when cleaning or removing rust from tools that can cut. Wear safety goggles when using a wire brush to remove rust.

1. Smooth weathered, rough wooden handles with a medium-grit emery cloth,
2. Handles should be smooth enough to slide your hand along.
3. If the wood is very rough, first sand across the grain in a shoe-shine fashion.
4. Finish by sanding with the grain.
5. Wipe a dry handle down with a heavy coat of linseed oil to rejuvenate and protect the wood.

Bladed tools, such as shovels, pruners and other lawn and garden tools should be sharpened once per season. Use files to sharpen digging tools and to sharpen nicked or dull cutting tools. For digging tools, file the working edge to a 45-degree bevel with a coarse file.

What are the 5 Ps of manual handling?

Manual Handling Principles | Intro – Manual handling and lowering the risk of injury is not an exact science, every lift and every environment requires unique consideration. However, to avoid manual handling or musculo-skeletal injuries, performing a sufficient manual handling risk assessment and applying a few simple manual handling principles can help reduce risk.

1. Plan – plan your lift adequately
2. Position – centre the body & feet correctly
3. Pick – lift item using good posture
4. Proceed – move toward desired location
5. Place – set object down safely

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