Welcome to your Portable Power Tools Who is responsible for hand and power tool safety? The employer The employee OSHA Both a and b None Before you start any job with a portable power tool, you should: Check to see if it’s certified by OSHA Inspect it to see that all parts are in place and in working order Pull on the cord to make sure it’s plugged in. None To protect a tool’s electrical cord, keep it: Away from sharp edges Away from conductors On the floor None If a portable power tool needs to be fixed or adjusted: Turn it off first. Keep it turned on so you can check whether it’s working properly. Perform adjustments with a non- sparking tool. None The safest way to carry a power tool is by its cord. True False None A key reason to avoid wearing loose clothes when working with power tools is that they could: Block your view of the work Get dirty Get pulled into the tool’s point of operation None What of the following injuries can be caused by using power tools? Abrasions Lacerations Amputations Eye Injuries All of the Above None Gloves must always be used when using power tools. True False None It is not necessary to read the owner’s manual for a power tool if you are just replacing a defective tool or an older model. True False None One of the most dangerous things that you can do is to use a tool in a way it was not intended. True False None Time's up EHS Center The EHS Center is a resource site for professionals concerned with workplace safety. The resources offered on this site are 100% free to members. ← Previous2021 Safety Culture Survey Next →Emergency Planning
