Using the Right Tool
Using the Right Tool
Using the Right Tool
• Periodically inspect tools for cracks,wear, and proper function.
• Repair or replace worn or cut powercords. Tools such as sockets andwrenches that are worn should bereplaced to prevent slippage.
• Utilize tools with a properly designedergonomic grip.
• Dull utility knives or saw bladestake more and force to cut thematerial. This can only spell trouble ifthere is a slip or a kick back.
• Keep blades sharp! Don’t use brokentools!
• When involved in material handlingactivities, take the time to put on a
good pair of leather gloves. Rough or sharp edges, burrs, protruding bolts, and wood splinters can all cause minor to severe lacerations and punctures without the use of gloves.
• Periodically inspect tools for cracks,wear, and proper function.
• Repair or replace worn or cut powercords. Tools such as sockets andwrenches that are worn should bereplaced to prevent slippage.
• Dull utility knives or saw bladestake more and force to cut thematerial. This can only spell trouble ifthere is a slip or a kick back.
• Keep blades sharp! Don’t use brokentools!
good pair of leather gloves. Rough or sharp edges, burrs, protruding bolts, and wood splinters can all cause minor to severe lacerations and punctures without the use of gloves.
• Periodically inspect tools for cracks,wear, and proper function.
• Repair or replace worn or cut powercords. Tools such as sockets andwrenches that are worn should bereplaced to prevent slippage.
• Utilize tools with a properly designedergonomic grip.
• Dull utility knives or saw bladestake more and force to cut thematerial. This can only spell trouble ifthere is a slip or a kick back.
• Keep blades sharp! Don’t use brokentools!
• When involved in material handlingactivities, take the time to put on a
good pair of leather gloves. Rough or sharp edges, burrs, protruding bolts, and wood splinters can all cause minor to severe lacerations and punctures without the use of gloves.
We have all likely been in a situation where we were in a hurry and grabbed the nearest tool or object to get the job done, even though it was not the proper tool needed. A wrench for a hammer, a screwdriver for
using the right tool, keep tools and equipment in good repair and maintain sharp cutting blades.
We have all likely been in a situation where we were in a hurry and grabbed the nearest tool or object to get the job done, even though it was not the proper tool needed. A wrench for a hammer, a screwdriver for
using the right tool, keep tools and equipment in good repair and maintain sharp cutting blades.
We have all likely been in a situation where we were in a hurry and grabbed the nearest tool or object to get the job done, even though it was not the proper tool needed. A wrench for a hammer, a screwdriver for
using the right tool, keep tools and equipment in good repair and maintain sharp cutting blades.
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Insurance coverage in all states other than Utah is provided by Advantage Workers Compensation Insurance Company, a wholly owned subsidiary of WCF Mutual Insurance Company, doing business as WCF Insurance. Advantage is domiciled in Utah; NAIC number: 40517. Administrative office: P.O. Box 571918, Salt Lake City, UT 84157-1918.
• Utilize tools with a properly designed • When involved in material handlingergonomic grip. activities, take the time to put on a
Insurance coverage in all states other than Utah is provided by Advantage Workers Compensation Insurance Company, a wholly owned subsidiary of WCF Mutual Insurance Company, doing business as WCF Insurance. Advantage is domiciled in Utah; NAIC number: 40517. Administrative office: P.O. Box 571918, Salt Lake City, UT 84157-1918.
Insurance coverage in all states other than Utah is provided by Advantage Workers Compensation Insurance Company, a wholly owned subsidiary of WCF Mutual Insurance Company, doing business as WCF Insurance. Advantage is domiciled in Utah; NAIC number: 40517. Administrative office: P.O. Box 571918, Salt Lake City, UT 84157-1918.
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