Screwdrivers:

Most screwdrivers are not designed to be used on electrical equipment. Use an insulated screwdriver.

Do not hold an object in the palm of one hand and press a screwdriver into it, place it on a bench or a table.

Never hammer with a screwdriver.

Check for broken handles, bent blade, etc.

Pliers

Do not use pliers as a substitute for hammers or wrenches.

Use insulated pliers when doing electrical work.

Inspect installation frequently to make certain that it is free of breaks or cracks.

Hammers

Use the correct hammer for the type of work to be done.

Have an unobstructed swing when using a hammer and watch for overhead interference.

Check for defects before using.

Wrenches

Select the correct size of wrench for the job.

Never use a pipe wrench as a wrench handle extension.

Too much leverage can ruin a tool and cause injury.

To avoid sudden slips stand in a balanced position and always pull on the wrench instead of pushing against the fixed jaw.

Chisels:

Always wear safety goggles or a face shield when using a chisel.

Drive wood chisel outward and away from your body.

Do not use chisels to pry.

Keep edges sharp for most effective work and protect when not in use.

Knives:

Always cut away from the body.

Keep hands and body clear of the knife stroke.

Keep blades sharp.

Portable Electric Equipment:

Do not raise or lower equipment using the cord.

Do not use staples to fasten a cord.

Do not damage the equipment's casing or the cord insulation.

Inspect before use and check for external and internal defects.

Remove damaged equipment from service, attach a do not use; sign, and give to your supervisor.

Guards shall be used on all hand and power tools that are designed to accommodate such guards.

Ladders:

• Place a ladder at an angle so the horizontal distance between the foot of the ladder and the support where it has been placed is not more than one-quarter the length of the ladder from the top point of support to its base.

• Do not place ladders in front of doors unless the door is blocked open or locked.

• Use a barrier and place warning signs conspicuously to prevent people from walking into the ladder.

• Ladders should extend 3 feet above the top of the roof contact area.
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
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