HAND AND POWER TOOL SAFETY:  Instructor - Joe Ornelas

This course looks at various hand and power tools used in the workplace and the hazards they may present.  Also discussed are proper methods of use, guarding, training and inspection requirements. Tools are discussed in general categories and include those found in construction as well as general industry settings.

As a result of successfully completing this course, the student will be able to: 

 Describe several types of hazards presented by hand tools.

• Identify unsafe working practices with Hand tools.


• Identify unsafe/improper guarding of certain tools.


• Identify unsafe electrical conditions as they relate to hand and power tools.


• Discuss care and maintenance of various types of tools.


• Discuss inspection and training requirements that might apply to tool usage.

The following topics will be included to meet course outcomes: 

• Hand tools.


• Portable powered tools.


• Powder activated tools.


• Inspection requirements for various tools.


• Training elements.


• Injury types/ risk factors associated with tool usage.