This course is designed to familiarize you with key requirements and safety practices for using hand and power tools in the workplace, as outlined in OSHA 1910 Subpart P. Special emphasis is placed on selecting tools properly to prevent ergonomic injuries and following electrical safety guidelines to minimize the risk of electric shock.
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, you should be able to:
| ID | Objective |
|---|---|
| TO 1.0 | Achieve a minimum score of 70% on the final course assessment. |
| LO 1.1.1 | Explain basic safety rules and best practices for using, storing, and maintaining hand and power tools. |
| LO 1.1.2 | Identify ergonomic hazards associated with hand tools and describe strategies to reduce injury. |
| LO 1.1.3 | Describe hazards caused by misuse or improper maintenance of hand tools, providing examples. |
| LO 1.1.4 | Discuss considerations for selecting and safely using single- and double-handle hand tools. |
| LO 1.1.5 | Outline general rules and best practices when using hand tools. |
| LO 1.1.6 | Describe proper storage practices and when to replace hand tools. |
| LO 1.2.1 | Identify power tools that pose the greatest hazards to users. |
| LO 1.2.2 | Explain the use of guards to protect employees from moving parts on power tools. |
| LO 1.2.3 | Describe requirements for power tool operating controls and switches. |
| LO 1.2.4 | Explain safe use of extension cords when operating power tools and equipment. |
| LO 1.2.5 | Define “grounding” and describe the hazards of improperly grounded electrical circuits. |
| LO 1.2.6 | Explain the purpose and proper use of ground fault circuit interrupters (GFCIs) with power tools. |
| LO 1.2.7 | Define “double-insulation” and describe how it protects operators from electric shock and injury. |
| LO 1.2.8 | Explain the appropriate use of personal protective equipment (PPE) when working with hand and power tools. |
| LO 1.2.9 | Describe best practices for operating power tools safely. |
Key: Terminal Objective (TO), Learning Objective (LO)