This course is designed to acquaint you with some of the requirements and important safety practices when using hand and power tools in the workplace. Special attention is given to choosing tools properly to prevent ergonomic injuries, and electrical safety guidelines necessary in order to reduce or eliminate shock hazards.

Free Access

As an OSHAcademy student, you have free access to all our training materials, including knowledge checks and course activities. Documentation of your training–such as exam scores, certificates, and transcripts–can be accessed by purchasing a certificate package.

Modules: 2
Hours: 1
Sectors: All Industries

Fee

FREE Access
$ PDF & Original Certificates
$ Original Certificate
$ PDF Certificate

Shipping & Handling not included for original certificate prices.

  • Key Topics

    • Hand Tool Safe Work Practices
    • Ergonomics
    • Selecting the Right Tool
    • Symptoms of Hand and Wrist Injury
    • Single and Double-Handled Tools
    • Handle Edges and Surfaces
    • Proper Hand Tool Use
    • Replacement and Storage
    • Machine Guards
    • Personal Protective Equipment, Clothing, And Grooming
    • Operating Switches and Controls
    • Extension Cord Use
    • Grounding and Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters (GFCIs)
    • Double-Insulated Tools
  • Target Audience

    • Employee
    • Supervisor