Hand Held Power Tools Awareness

Course Objective:

Attendees will understand general safety precaution for using hand and power tools, types of power tools and the hazards associated with each type.

Topics:

• 5 Basic Power Tool Safety Rules
• General Safety Precautions
• General Safety Precautions-Electric Tools
• Power Tool Accessories and Attachments
• Powered Abrasive Wheel Tools
• Safety Precautions While Using Abrasive Wheels
• Restrictions of Use.
• Checking of Wheels – The Ring Test
• Failure to Ring Test
• Portable Circular Saws
• Portable Drills
• Miter Box Saws and Chop Saws
• Pneumatic Tools
• Caring for the Compressed Air System
• Personal Protective Equipment
• Safety Instructions
• Hazards – In the Immediate Work Area
• Hazards – Personal
• Emergency Procedure

Standards:

• Local Governmental
• The Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998

Course Completion:

• On successful completion of the course each candidate will receive a IPSW Certificate – 1 years valid