Compared with a vat of chlorine or a huge industrial machine, a hammer seems pretty harmless. But workers who use simple hand tools shouldn’t be lulled into a false sense of safety.
Consider these hazards:
The greatest hazards posed by hand tools result from misuse and improper maintenance. The following tips and checklist is to help workers refresh their hand tool safety awareness.
Hand Tool Safety Notes
The employer is responsible for the safe condition of tools and equipment used by employees, but the employees have the responsibility for properly using and maintaining tools and reporting unsafe tools to their supervisor.
Hand Tool and Equipment Checklist
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