Screwdrivers, wrenches, hammers, power actuated tools, nail guns, and saws. These are common industrial tools used to help workers easily perform maintenance and construction tasks.
As common and simple as some of these tools may be, they each have the potential to cause serious injury if misused or improperly maintained. It’s important to understand the risks associated with the use of these tools, and safe procedures for working with these tools so that future injuries can be prevented.
This interactive online course is designed for front-line individuals who select and use various hand and power tools, including power actuated tools, nail guns, skill saws, saws, chain saws, table saws, screwdrivers, wrenches, and hammers.
This course will identify the hazards associated with the use of these tools, and discuss safe operating practices to help prevent accidents. The course will also assess hand and power tool accidents, explain how these accidents occurred, and identify how they may be prevented.
