Power Tool Safety

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Power Tool Safety

• Original Power Point Created by Jay Williams
• Modified by Georgia Agricultural Education
  Curriculum Office
• June 2002

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• Dont operate a machine until
• A) receiving proper instruction
• B) you fully understand how to use it
• C) you have permission
• Always wear eye protection
• Know and understand all the manufacturers
  safety rules
  
  

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• Use all guards exactly as they should be used
• Make all adjustments with the power off
• Power tools should be inspected and serviced at
  regular intervals by qualified repair people
• Be sure all power tools are grounded with a
  3-wire conductor cord when required
• Before connecting to a power source, make sure
  the switch is OFF

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• Make sure everyone is clear BEFORE you turn on
  the power
• Start and stop the machine yourself-STAY WITH THE
  MACHINE UNTIL IT STOPS !!!
• Keep a safe distance between your hands and all
  moving parts
• Operate the machine by yourself - unless you need
  a helper

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• Never work on a machine or power tools when you
  are TIRED or HURRIED
• Dont lean or lounge on machines or tables
• Give your machine your full attention. Dont
  look away or talk to others
• Never startle, speak, or distract in any way,
  someone who is using a power tool or machine

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• Be sure your hands are dry
• Plan your work before you begin
• When two people work on a machine, THE PERSON WHO
  IS OPERATING THE MACHINE should give all the
  instructions
• Dont leave a machine unattended while it is
  running!!!!
• Disconnect the electrical power before you oil or
  clean a machine

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and finally.

• Keep your work area clean clear
• Notify your inst. if anything breaks or
  malfunctions
• Get first aid treatment for every injury