Hand and Power Tools – Construction

Key Takeaways:

– Acknowledging the hazards associated with different types of hand and power tools.
– Understanding the general steps that are necessary to prepare for safe hand and power tool use.
– Learning some general actions necessary for operating different types of hand and power tools safely.

Course Description

This quick lesson will introduce you to the hazards associated with hand and power tool use, in addition to describing the actions you can take to reduce your risk of hand and power tool-related accidents and injuries. It is important to note that completing this lesson will not on its own qualify or authorize a worker to operate a specific tool. Rather, it will foster the skills needed to approach the many hand and power tools within the workplace, building the competency to become qualified.