About
Working with Power Tools is designed to help you learn the purpose and proper use of various power tools, including how to operate them safely and correctly. You'll explore the specific requirements for each type of tool and understand how to minimize risks. The course also covers Hand-arm Vibration Syndrome (HAVS), its causes, symptoms, and strategies to reduce exposure.
Target Audience
Operators, technicians, and other professionals who require knowledge to operate and maintain facilities safely and effectively.
You Will Learn
- Describe the purpose and function of saws.
- Explain the purpose and function of drills.
- Discuss powered impact wrenches' purpose, function, and proper orientation.
- List sanders and grinders' purpose, function, and proper orientation.
- Identify the purpose, function, and proper orientation of planers and shapers.
- Describe the purpose and function of routers and lathes.
- Describe how to select power tools properly.
- Explain how to store power tools safely.
- Identify the personal protective equipment required when working with power tools.
- Describe Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome.
- Describe what to watch out for.
- List the risks of HAVS.
- Identify how to reduce risks to your health.
- Understand the Diseases associated with HAVS.
- Explain the importance of Health Surveillance.