25 Tips for Hand Tool Safety

25 Tips for Hand Tool Safety

Do you work in utilities, waterworks, or construction? If you do, then make sure you practice these 25 tips for Basic Hand Tool Safety!

1. ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION.
2. Wear the RIGHT SAFETY EQUIPMENT for the job.
3. Use tools that are the RIGHT SIZE & RIGHT TYPE for your job.
4. Follow the correct procedure for using EVERY tool.
5. Keep your cutting tools SHARP and in good condition.
6. DON’T work with OILY or GREASY hands.
7. Handle SHARP-EDGED and POINTED TOOLS with care.
8. Always carry pointed tools by your side with the points and heavy ends DOWN.
9. SECURE all small work & short work with a vise or clamp.
10. NEVER carry tools in your pockets.
11. DON’T use tools that are LOOSE or CRACKED.
12. KEEP your punches & chisels in good condition. Mushroomed heads can chip & cause injuries.
13. DON’T use a file without a HANDLE.
14. DON’T pry or hammer with a FILE. It may shatter.
15. DON’T use screwdrivers as chisels or pry bars.
16. DON’T try to increase your leverage by using a “cheater” with a wrench. Wrenches are designed at the right strength for their size and length.
17. AFTER USING A TOOL — clean it and return it to its proper storage place.
18. If anything breaks or malfunctions — report it to your supervisor AT ONCE.
19. Use the RIGHT TYPE of tools for the job.
20. NEVER place tools and materials where they hang on the edge of a bench.
21. Don’t use tools for things they weren’t meant for.
22. Store tools and materials vertically, with the points and heavy end down.
23. Cut away from yourself when you use chisels and other edged tools.
24. DON’T FORCE screws; make sure you use the correct screw for the job.
25. Only use OFFICIAL, TESTED repair kits for your tools.

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