Solutions for Other Activities
Hand Tools
Description: Select and use properly designed tools.
Using properly designed tools enhances tool safety and reduces waste.
When to Use: When selecting frequently used tools for the kitchen, housekeeping, laundry and maintenance areas.
Points to Remember:
- The right tool for the job enhances safety, speeds the process, and reduces waste.
- Handles should fit the grip size of the user. Do not use a fingers-only pinch grip.
- Use bent-handled tools to avoid bending wrists.
- Use appropriate tool weight.
- Select tools that have minimal vibration or vibration damping devices.
- Have a regular maintenance program for tools to keep blades sharp and edges and handles intact.
Knowledge Check Choose the best answer for the question.
3-8. Which of the following is a best work practice when using hand tools?
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