Knives and scissors will be kept sharp; dull tools can be more hazardous than sharp ones. Only spark-resistant tools made from brass, plastic, aluminum, or wood will be used around flammable substances. Wrenches, including adjustable, pipe, box-end, and socket-style wrenches, will not be used when the jaws or socket are stripped or sprung in such a way that slippage occurs.
Impact tools such as drill pins or punches, wedges, and chisels will be kept free of mushroomed heads. Wooden-handled tools will be kept free of cracks and splinters and will be kept tightly attached to the working end of the tool.
Tools will be stored in appropriate storage areas when not in use. Portable Power Tools A portable tool is one that requires a power source to operate, such as electric, pneumatic, liquid fuel, hydraulic, explosive-actuated, and powder-actuated device or power supply. Examples of regulated portable power tools include: Portable abrasive wheels and grinders Lawn mowers Powered drills Portable circular saws Portable belt sanding machines Explosive-actuated fastening tools Jacks Abrasive blast cleaning nozzles Power tool general precautions include the following: Read the owner's manual to understand the tool's proper applications, limitations, operation, and hazards Use the right tool for the job.
Inspect tools prior to each use. Inspection will include the power cord and plug. Wear proper eye and face protection while operating power tools. Never carry a tool by the cord or hose. Never yank the cord or the hose to disconnect it from the receptacle. Never stand in or near water when operating tools. Keep cords and hoses away from heat, oil, and sharp edges.
Electric power tools will be either three-wire grounded or double-insulated and must be listed by Underwriters' Laboratories or another recognized listing agency.
Disconnect tools and ensure a zero-energy state when not in use, prior to servicing and cleaning, and when changing accessories such as blades, bits, and cutters. Keep unauthorized persons away from the work area by using signage, barricades, stanchions, keyed access, etc. Avoid accidental starting; do not hold fingers on the switch button while carrying a plugged-in tool.
Maintain tools with care; keep them sharp and clean for best performance. Never leave tools unattended with parts still moving; even after the machine is turned off, some parts may still be capable of moving. Maintain good housekeeping practices by keeping the work area free of debris or other items that can get caught in tools or power equipment.
Follow instructions in the user's manual for the tool when lubricating and changing accessories. Maintain good footing and balance when operating power tools. Do not wear loose clothing, ties, or jewelry when operating portable power tools; such items can become caught in moving parts. Remove all damaged or defective portable electric tools from use and tag them: "Do Not Use.
Always plug cord-connected, hand-held electric tools into ground-fault circuit interrupter GFCI -protected receptacles or in compliance with the facility's assured electrical grounding conductor program. Cup wheels Types 6 and 11 will be protected by safety guards or special "revolving cup guards" which mount behind the wheel and turn with it.
They will be made of steel or other material with adequate strength and will enclose the wheel sides upward from the back for one-third of the wheel thickness. Belt sanding machines will be provided with guards at each nip point where the sanding belt runs onto a pulley. Never clamp a hand-held grinder in a vise. When operating a riding-rotary mower, never make sharp turns at high speeds, especially on a hill.
Never put hands or feet under a running mower. Always shut off the mower and disconnect the spark plug before servicing or reaching under the mower deck. Guards Hazardous moving parts of a power tool need to be safeguarded. Guards, as necessary, shall be provided to protect the operator and others from the following: Point of operation Nip points Rotating parts Flying chips and sparks Power tool guarding precautions include the following: Always consult supervisor when the manufacturer recommendations for guarding a specific power tool are not available or cannot be implemented.
Guards must not be removed or bypassed unless the power tool is unplugged or locked out from the power source and is in a zero-energy state. Notify a supervisor immediately when any unguarded moving parts or dangerous points of operation are observed. Those hazards are exacerbated, however, when workers have to deal with defective tools and workplace equipment, which can turn even the most basic everyday work into an accident waiting to happen.
Depending on their industry, workers may also use very sophisticated, computerized machinery that must not only be manufactured to exacting specifications, but which also has to be well maintained throughout the life cycle of the tool or machine. And yet, when it comes to workplace accidents, defective tools and defective machinery are among the leading causes of serious injuries and fatalities nationwide and in Texas.
If you have been injured due to a defective tool at a construction site, you may find that life is never again the same. A few of the sudden life-changing problems you may encounter include:. Employers have a duty to keep their employees safe and manufacturers have a duty to manufacture equipment that is not defective. Your attorney will evaluate the facts of your case and determine the best way to proceed.
Contact us now. If you were injured by defective tools, you may be entitled to compensation to help you cover expenses related to pain and suffering or medical bills. Defective Tools Harm Workers Construction workers generally assume that the tools they are using are safe. Most common defective equipment resulting injuries Ladders may not be thought of as tools but, according to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration OSHA , they are actually one of the most common defective products causing construction accidents.
Many ladder manufacturers have recalled their products over the years. A defective ladder can cause a person to fall or get trapped between the rungs resulting in serious injuries or death. In addition to ensuring that workers use the tools and equipment properly, it is vital that tools and equipment be properly inspected, maintained, and kept in good repair. Our maintenance program will reduce the risk of injury, damage and lost production.
It is our policy to ensure that all tools, equipment and vehicles are well maintained in order to reduce the risk of accidents or injuries. The qualifications of maintenance personnel are key to the success of a maintenance program. This certification applies both to company employees and to contracted maintenance services. All individuals who operate our mobile equipment, cranes, vehicles etc. This applies to both company employees and contracted equipment services.
The maintenance program must contain a recording system. Part of this system should be made up of inventories and schedules.
In addition, the recording system should document what maintenance work was done, when, and by whom. Secondly , management should monitor the entire program to ensure that it is functioning in accordance with company policy. All mobile equipment is to be inspected and maintained according to the following Equipment Inspection Schedule as a minimum. Records of all inspections and maintenance are completed and maintained for review and approval. Maintenance of equipment, release of lubrication fluids, etc.
Spills and leaks from equipment are cleaned up promptly. Walk around checks on all pieces of mobile equipment are necessary to ensure the unit is safe to operate both from the personnel standpoint and for the equipment; that is, all fluids must be at the correct level and all components must be intact.
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