This document contains safety guidelines and true/false questions about the proper use of various hand tools and power tools. Some key points covered include: always inspecting tools for damage before use; keeping loose clothing and jewelry away from moving parts; disconnecting power tools when not in use; wearing safety glasses for any tool that could cause injury; and reporting any broken or malfunctioning tools to a supervisor.
1. 1. Always examine the tool for
damages before use.
A. True X
B. False
2. 2. It is OK to wear loose clothing, dangling
objects and jewellery using hand tool.
A. True
B. False X
3. 3. Keep cords and hoses away from heat, oil
and sharp edges.
A. True X
B. False
4. 4. Use only tools and equipment in
good condition.
A. True X
B. False
5. 5. It is OK to make adjustments or
clear a jam while the power tool is
running.
A. True
B. False X
6. 6. If any tool breaks or malfunctions,
report it to your supervisor immediately.
A. True X
B. False
7. 7. Before connecting to a power
source, make sure the power is on.
A. True
B. False X
8. 8. Safety glasses shall always be worn
whenever you are using power hand tool.
A. True X
B. False
9. 9. There are several types of power tools, including
electric, pneumatic, hydraulic.
A. True X
B. False
10. 10. Never use electric tools in wet conditions.
A. True
B. False
11. 11. When not in use, power tools
should be disconnected.
A. True X
B. False
12. 12. Keep safe distance between your
hands and all moving parts of the
power tool.
A. True X
B. False
13. 13. Don’t leave a power tool
unattended while it is running.
A. True X
B. False
14. 14. It is OK to startle someone who is
using a power tool.
A. True
B. False X
15. 15. Use safety guards exactly as they
are supposed to be used.
A. True X
B. False
16. 16. When tightening a nut with an
adjustable wrench, always pull the
wrench toward you; never push the
wrench away from you.
A. True X
B. False
17. 17. Plastic covered handles on wire-
cutting pliers may be used to cut low-
voltage live electrical wire.
A. True
B. False x
18. 18. Screwdrivers may be used for
purposes other than driving or
removing screws, for example as a
chisel.
A. Ture
B. False X
19. 19. When selecting a standard
screwdriver be certain that the tip is
almost as thick and as wide as the slot
of the head of a screw.
A. True X
B. False
20. 20. When using a hacksaw, safety
glasses must be worn.
A. True X
B. False
21. 21. When you are finished using a
hacksaw, tension should be eased.
A. True
B. False