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Top List Of Tool Safety Tips In The Workplace

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Tool safety is an important concern for anyone using tools on a job site. During the course of a workday it is possible that many people will come into contact with the tools on a job site. To insure everyone's safety there needs to be safety rules that everyone is required to follow. Workers rely on their tools and can sometimes take the operation of a tool for granted. Get into the good tool safety habits to help make sure nothing is left to chance when it comes to safety on the work site.



Maintenance

In order for tools to operate at maximum performance and remain safe for operation, there should be regular maintenance on all of the work site tools. Create a maintenance checklist for each tool based on the maintenance instructions from the manufacturer, and then make sure the checklist is performed as often as the manufacturer has instructed. Severely damaged tools that do not pass a maintenance inspection should be taken out of service and repaired or replaced.

Storage

Tools left scattered around a work site are hazard. Unsuspecting people can trip over the tool, or they can trip over the tool's power cord. Improperly stored tools can fall and create a danger to anyone on the job site. To ensure everyone's safety and prevent damage to job site tools, make sure there is a strict policy about storing all tools that are not being used.



Inspection

Always inspect a tool before using it. If you see frayed wires or broken parts on an electrical tool then turn that tool into management to be repaired or replaced. If you see chips or loose parts on hammers or chisels, then do not risk injury from flying debris. Do not use a tool that has apparent physical damage.

Protective Clothing

Even tools that are used and cared for properly can cause flying debris or pose other kinds of hazards. Always wear the proper protective clothing when using any tool. Use eye goggles, protective gloves, reinforced boots and protective aprons when using tools on a work site.

Turn it Off

Prior to trying to repair or maintain an electrical tool be sure to turn the power off and unplug the tool first. Larger tools such as air compressors should be completely powered down before doing maintenance or repairs.



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