Unit of Competency: PREPARE CONSTRUCTION TOLLS AND MATERIALS

Module No.: 1 Module Title: PREPARING CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS

AND TOOLS
 TECHNICAL TERMS

Amperes is a unit of measure of electric current.

Circuit is the path of electric current from the source to the components
and goes back to the source.
Kilowatt is a unit of power which is equivalent to 1000w.
Conductor is a wire or a cord which provides path for current flow.
Resistance is the quality of electric current measured in ohms that resists
the flow of current.
Hot wire is a wire which a current flows through it.
Insulator may be a plastic, rubber, an asbestos used to cover electric
wires.
Maintenance is an action carried out to retain an item in or to restore it in
an acceptable condition.
Lubricants are preventive agents which protect a material, tool, and
equipment from corrosion.

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Learning Outcome 1: Prepare appropriate tools and materials needed in
electrical wiring installation

Assessment Criteria

1. Electrical tools and materials are prepared in line with the job specification.
2. Quantity, quality and rating of tools and materials/accessories are checked in
line with the job requirements.
3. Damaged electrical tools and materials are reported to the person concerned.

References:

1. Philippine Electrical Code. Year 2000 Edition.

2. Fundamental and Elements of Electricity by: Elpidio Cardenas.
Copyright 1989. National Bookstore.
LEARNING EXPERIENCES/ACTIVITIES

Learning Outcome: Prepare appropriate tools and materials needed in the

electrical wiring installation

Learning Activities Special Instructions

1. Read the information Sheet 1.1  Do not write anything in

about the types of tools and this module.
electrical materials.

2. Do the Self-Check 1.1.  Provide extra sheet/s of

paper in answering the Self-Check.

 Check your answer using

the answer key at the back of this
module.

3. Do the Activity Sheet 1.1 on the  Prepare a table showing

preparation of requisition slip the same details in accomplishing
form. the requisition form.

4. Read /Perform the Activity Sheet

1.2 on the preparation of wiring
materials.


5. Do the Activity Sheet 1.3 on the
accomplishing of an inventory form of
electrical materials.

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 INFORMATION SHEET 1.1

ELECTRICAL TOOLS AND MATERIALS

Electrical Tools and Equipments

Pliers are available with both insulated and uninsulated handles, which
are used in handling and twisting wires. The handle insulation is not
considered sufficient protection alone. Other safety precaution must be
observed. Common types of pliers are:

Slip joint Diagonal cutting Side cutting

Retainer ring Long nose Snap ring

Screw drivers come in various sizes and shapes. They are used to drive
and pull out screws. They are made of insulated handles with either sharp
and square tips. The width of the screw driver should match the width of the
screw slot. Common types of screw drivers are:

Standard type Phillips Offset

Wire puller (fish wire) is used to pull wires into the conduit or raceway.

Conduit bender is a tool used to bend rigid metal conduit.

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 Drilling Equipment is needed to make holes in building structure for
passage of wires and conduit in both new and old installation, indoor or
outdoor wiring. Common types of drilling tools and equipments are:

Electric drill Auger brace Hand drill

Gimlet Drill bits Masonry bit

Soldering tools are used in making splices and taps connections of

wires.

Soldering iron Soldering gun Blow torch

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 Hammers are used to drive and pull out nails. They are made of either
hard steel or plastic. Common examples of hammer are:

Claw hammer Ball pin hammer Mallet (Plastic or rubber

hammer)

Measuring tools and instrument. The electrician uses the following

measuring tools to measure value of voltage, current and resistance, wire
length, opening sizes of wire, conduit and other items.

Metric rule Wire gauge Veneer caliper

Multitester Voltmeter Ammeter

Galvanometer Micrometer caliper Clamp meter

Megger Phase Sequence Tester High Potential Tester

Sawing and cutting tool. Two of the commonly used saw are:

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 Hack saw Keyhole saw

Electrical Materials

A. Wires and Cables

 Wires are those electrical conductors with 8 mm America Wire

Gauge (AWG) size no.8 or can be smaller.

Stranded wire

AWG no. 8

 Cables are larger than wires. They are either solid or

stranded.

Types of Wire and Cable Insulation

Insulations Letter Type

Weather Proof WP
Slow Burning SB
Slow Burning Weather proof SBW

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Rubber – Code Compound R
Heat Resistant RH
Moisture Resistant RW
Moisture and Heat Resistant RH – RW
Latex (Regular) RU
Latex (Moisture Resistant) RU
Mineral (Metal – Sheated) MI
Thermoplastic Compound
Thermoplastic T
Moisture – Resistant Thermoplastic TW
Moisture and Heat Resistant Thermoplastic THW
Thermoplastic and Fibrous Outer Braid TBS
Thermoplastic and Asbestos T
Varnish Cambric
Standard Black
Heat Resisting V
Paper
Solid Type
Oil – Filled
Oilastati
Untreated
Treated
Asbestos
Non – impregnated A and AA
Impregnated AI and AIA
Asbestos – Varnished – Cambric
Outer Asbestos Braid AVA
Lead Covered
Cotton Braid Covered AVB
Silicon Asbestos SA

B. Electrical Boxes

Boxes are made of steel and nonmetallic materials(plastic). Metal

boxes are made of #14 heavy galvanized steel and available in four
principal shapes: square, octagon, rectangular and circular.

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 Utility box Octagonal box Square box

Circuit breaker box Panel box Safety switch box

C. Fuses and circuit breakers

They are electrical protective devices which are used to prevent short
or over circuit. They are available in different sizes and shapes. The
common types are:

Cartridge fuse Knife blade fuse Plug fuse Circuit breaker

D. Switch

It is an electrical device which is used to turn ON and OFF the

circuit.

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 Flush type Tumbler type

E. Fittings and accessories

These are some electrical materials which are commonly used to fit
wiring devices during wiring installation. The following are some
examples of these materials:

Insulated staple Condulets Porcelain tubing

Electric tape Sand paper PVC fittings

Metal clamp Double clamp Male plugs

Connectors Coupling Liquid Tight Connector

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 Locknut and Bushing Wire Bushing Wire Connector

SELF-CHECK 1.1

A. Direction: Identify what is being referred by the following sentence. Write

your answer on a separate sheet of paper.

________1. It is used to drive and loose cross – slotted – head screws.

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________2. It is used to scrape surfaces of conductors and to remove big
cables’
insulation.

________3. It is a pipe bending tool with handles of several sizes and lengths.

________4. It is commonly used to make terminal loops on copper wire and

can
reach tight places.

________5. It is used to drive and to pull out nails.

B. Direction: On a short bond paper, illustrate the following electrical

materials:

1. Fuse

2. Utility box

3. Switch

4. Cable

5. Insulated staple

ACTIVITY SHEET 1.1

PREPARE REQUISITION SLIP FORM

Direction: Using the given format below, make an inventory of your shop
laboratory tools and materials.

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 REQUISITION SLIP FORM

Name:
Project:
Location:
Classification:
Purpose:

UNIT TOTAL
NO. QUANTIY UNIT DESCRIPTION
COST COST

REQUISITIONER TEACHER HEAD

PRINCIPAL

ACTIVITY SHEET 1.2

PREPARE ELECTRICAL TOOLS AND MATERIALS

Direction: Using the given wiring plan below, list down the tools, materials
and equipment needed for the installation of the circuit.

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Working drawing

CB 1 2

Two connected circuits in parallel controlled by

a single pole switch with duplex convenience outlet.

Procedure:
1. Analyze the given working drawing.
2. Determine the type of wiring method to be used.
3. List down all the necessary tools needed for the installation.(Use the
table at the next page)
4. List down the required instruments to be used in wiring the circuit.
5. List down the needed materials such as electrical boxes, wiring
supports and fittings; electrical conductors; switches; and lamp sockets.
6. Identify the PPE required for the installation.
Materials, Tools, Equipment and Personal Protective Devices (PPE)

Materials, Tools.
Descriptions Quantity
Equipment and PPE
Materials

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Tools

Equipment

Personal Protective
Equipment (PPE)

Assessment Criteria:

Criteria Yes No
Electrical tools materials, equipment are prepared in line
with the job requirement.
Quantity, quality and rating of tools and materials are
checked in line with the job requirements.
Personal protective equipment are identified.

ACTIVITY SHEET 1.3

PREPARING AN INVENTORY FORM

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Direction: Using the given format below, make an inventory of your shop
laboratory materials.

Inventory Form of Materials

Name: ________________________________
Section: ________________________________
School: ________________________________
Shop lab: ________________________________
Purpose: ________________________________

NO. OF NOT
NO. OF
TOOLS / FUNCTIONAL NO. OF NO. OF
QUANTITY NO. OF CONDEM-
EQUIPMENT BUT BORROWED MISSING
FUNCTIONAL NABLE
REPAIRABLE

REQUISITIONER TEACHER HEAD PRINCIPAL

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Program/Course: BUILDING WIRING INSTALLATION NC II

Unit of Competency: PREPARE CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS AND TOOLS

Module Title: Preparing Construction Materials and Tools

Learning Outcome 2: Store unused / surplus electrical materials upon

completion of the job

Assessment Criteria

1. Unused electrical materials are stored in line with the

manufacturer’s specification.
2. Proper inventory of materials is kept.

References

1. Philippine Electrical Code. Year 2000 Edition.

2. Fundamental and Elements of Electricity by: Elpidio Cardenas.
Copyright 1989. National Bookstore.

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LEARNING EXPERIENCES/ACTIVITIES

Learning Outcome 2: Store electrical tools upon the completion of job.

Learning Activities Special Instructions

1. Read the Information Sheet 2.1  Do not write anything in

about the proper tool storage. this module.

2. Do the Self-Check 2.1.  Provide an extra sheet of

paper in answering the Self-Check.

 Check your answer using

the given answer key at the back of
this module.

3. Do the Activity Sheet 2.1 on  Prepare a table showing

storing tools. the same detail of performing the
inventory form.

4. Do the Activity Sheet 2.2 on

preparing an inventory of
electrical tools.

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 INFORMATION SHEET 2.1

PROPER TOOL STORAGE

Tool Storage

Proper storage of tools ensures their durability and efficiency. They must
be stored in dry places. Correct labeling of cabinets and tool racks in
accessible locations for laboratory activity in the shop is also important. To
classify the tools according to their function or uses are needed so that the
user will not have hard time locating them. Tools are classified as follows:

 Cutting tools

Tools under this classification are the pliers, saw and chisel. Pliers are
available with both insulated and uninsulated handle primarily intended for
cutting, twisting and skinning wires or electrical conductors. Saw is
generally intended for cutting wood. Hack saw is used to cut metals. Chisel
is an edge cutting tool which can also be considered as a boring tool. It
bores hole for the purpose of making passage for electrical conduit or
raceway.

 Driving tools

Hammer and the screw drivers are the tools under this classification.
Hammers are manufactured with either soft faced or hard faced. Mallet is an
example of soft faced hammer commonly used to fix the winding of an
electric motor. The claws and the ball hammers are used to drive and pull
out nails and to strike metals. Screwdrivers are composed of two types: the
standard and the Phillips type. They are intended as well to drive and pull
out nails.

 Drilling Equipment

Drilling equipment is needed to make holes in building structure for

the passage of conduit and wires in both new and old constructions.
Examples of them are the power drill and the hand drill.

 Soldering equipment

It is used in joining electrical wiring, splices and taps connections.

They should be soldered, unless connections do not need so. Some examples
of this equipment are soldering iron or gun and blow torch or propane torch.

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  Measuring tools

The extension rule, metric rule, wire gauge and caliper are the
common tools under this classification. It is intended to measure length
opening size of conduit, wires and other items.
 Hydraulics
An equipment used with a pressure fluid oil to accomplish work

 Portable Tools / Equipment

Tools that can be easily moved from one place to another in normal
use

 Bending Tools
It is done to produce a desired bend angle on conduit for installation.
This is done with the use of a hickey or conduit bender.

Measuring and testing tools

The tools under this kind are the multi-tester, insulation tester and
clamp meter.

Basic tips in storing electrical tools and equipments

 Commonly used tools and equipment should be placed at the center

shelves of the cabinet.
 Heavy tools and equipment like power grinder should be placed at the
lowest shelf.
 Light tools should be placed at the upper shelf.
 Tools and equipment must be stored according to their kinds.
 Defective tools shall be kept in section intended for them for inventory
purposes.

How to handle and maintain tools?

1. Wipe or clean tools after every use with a clean and soft cloth to
remove dirt.
2. Keep all tools in the tool room and tool rack.
3. Tools should be applied/wiped with an appropriate oil to prevent them
from rusting.
4. Drill tools should be sharpened properly.
5. Tooth cutting tools should be sharpened as often as necessary.
6. Never drop tools especially precision instrument or testing tools.
7. Except for hammers, never use other tools as hammers.
8. Never use screwdrivers as wood chisel or cold chisel.
9. Never file the soldering tip of the soldering copper. If necessary, wipe
the tip with a clean soft cloth to remove dirt.
10. Do not overheat the electric soldering copper.

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 11. Never use drill tools. They will cause harm to your work or even to
yourself.
12. Always issue or lend tools with a receipt.
13. Tools borrowed should be returned in a good condition; otherwise it
should be replaced with a new and similar kind.

SELF-CHECK 2.1

I. Direction: On a separate sheet of paper, write T if the statement is

correct and F if it is wrong.

_____ 1. All tools can be used as hammers.

_____ 2. Chisel is an example of boring tools.
_____ 3. Light tools and equipment should be placed at the lowest part of the
cabinet shelf.
_____ 4. Tooth cutting tools should be sharpened as often as necessary.
_____ 5. Tools and equipment must be stored according to their kind.

II. Direction: Match the tools in column A with their classification in column
B. Write the letter only of the correct answer in your answer
sheet.

Tools Classification

_______ 6. Screw driver A. drilling equipment

_______ 7. claw hammer B. cutting tool
_______ 8. pliers C. measuring tool
_______ 9. wire gauge D. driving tool
_______10. power drill E. measuring and testing

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 ACTIVITY SHEET 2.1

STORING TOOLS

Direction: Arrange the tools inside the cabinet or tool rack, then write the
name of the tools that should be placed at the upper, center and
lower shelves using the given table below.

Name: ____________________________________
Section: ____________________________________
School: ____________________________________
Shop lab: ____________________________________
Purpose: ____________________________________

Tool cabinet

Heavy duty plier Drill bits

Upper shelf
Multi – tester VOM

Screw driver Megger

Center shelf

Claw hammer Round file

Hacksaw Cross cut saw

Center shelf
Soldering iron L - square

Cold chisel Gimlet

Lower shelf
Wrench adjustable Ribeter

Ammeter Long nose Level

Rubber mallet Diagonal cutting plier

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 ACTIVITY SHEET 2.2

PREPARING AN INVENTORY FORM

Direction: Using the given format below, make an inventory of your shop
laboratory tools.

Inventory Form of Tools

Name: ________________________________
Project: ________________________________
Location: ________________________________
Classification: __________________________
Purpose: ________________________________

NO. OF NOT
NO. OF
FUNCTIONAL NO. OF NO. OF
TOOLS EQUIPMENT QUANTITY NO. OF CONDEM-
BUT BORROWED MISSING
FUNCTIONAL NABLE
REPAIRABLE

REQUISITIONER TEACHER HEAD

PRINCIPAL

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 ACTIVITY SHEET 2.3

PREPARING AN INVENTORY FORM

Direction: Using the given format below, prepare an inventory of your shop
laboratory materials.

Inventory Form of Materials

Name: ________________________________
Section: ________________________________
School: ________________________________
Shop lab: ________________________________
Purpose: ________________________________

NO. OF NOT
NO. OF
FUNCTIONAL NO. OF NO. OF
TOOLS EQUIPMENT QUANTITY NO. OF CONDEM-
BUT BORROWED MISSING
FUNCTIONAL NABLE
REPAIRABLE

REQUISITIONER TEACHER HEAD

PRINCIPAL

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Program/Course: BUILDING WIRING INSTALLATION NC II

Unit of Competency: PREPARE CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS AND TOOLS

Module Title: Preparing Construction Materials and Tools

Learning Outcome 3: Maintain basic electrical tools and equipment.

Assessment Criteria

1. Basic hand tools are lubricated and stored properly upon completion of
the job in line with the manufacturer’s specifications.
2. Defective hand tools are segregated and reported to the person concerned
in line with the company standards.

References

1. Philippine Electrical Code. Year 2000 Edition.

2. Fundamental and Elements of Electricity by: Elpidio Cardenas.
Copyright 1989. National Bookstore.

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LEARNING EXPERIENCES/ACTIVITIES

Learning Outcome 2: Store electrical tools upon the completion of job.

Learning Activities Special Instructions

5. Read the Information Sheet 2.1  Do not write anything in

about the proper tool storage. this module.

6. Do the Self-Check 2.1.  Provide an extra sheet of

paper in answering the Self-Check.

 Check your answer using

the given answer key at the back of
this module.

7. Do the Activity Sheet 2.1 on  Prepare a table showing

storing tools. the same detail of performing the
inventory form.

8. Do the Activity Sheet 2.2 on

preparing an inventory of
electrical tools.

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 INFORMATION SHEET 3.1

Maintenance Procedure

Maintenance is an action carried out to retain an item in or to restore it

to an acceptable condition.

Regular maintenance and servicing of power tools and electric tools will
help to ensure that they operate with the optimum efficiency at all times.
This will not only help to keep tool operating costs low but it can also
increase tool safety and productivity.

The first thing to do in any preventive maintenance system is to use your

power of observation. The most important items of "equipment" for
implementing an effective preventive maintenance system are our eyes,
nose, ears, experience, and judgment.

Planned maintenance

1. Preventive maintenance is performed in order to prevent failures

before they develop into a breakdown.
2. Corrective maintenance is performed in order to correct a failure.
3. Emergency maintenance is necessary to put the item at hold
immediately to avoid serious consequences such as the loss of
production, extensive damage of assets, and for safety reasons.

Sample checklist of tools and equipment

YES NO STORING TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT

Are the tools stored in proper storage area when not in use?
Are the defective hand power tools removed from the storage
area for repair?
Are the power equipment turned OFF when not in use or
when adjustments are needed?
Are the tools and equipment kept clean and in good working
conditions?
Are the worn-out, deteriorated or poorly insulated power
tools and equipment replaced/repaired?

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Lubrication
The following features contribute to safety and economic lubricating
machine tools:
1. Plates on machines clearly show the grades of
lubricant, quantities and intervals are required. The
machine name, type and model should be visible.
2. Lubrication, either automatic are required not less
than 200 hour intervals, and should have reservoirs
large enough for that period.
3. Suitable method of lubrication should be followed to
minimize or prevent metal – to – metal contact at all
times.
4. Sufficient lubricant capacity is needed to prevent overheating and
thermal distortion of machine tool structures.
5. Adequate sealing should be properly observed to prevent
contamination and provision for removal of contaminant collected by
the lubricant in use (e.g., filters).

Types of Lubricant

1. Liquid
2. Solid
3. Grease
4. Paste
 Liquid lubricant. A lanolin or natural water repellent lanolin is
derived from wool grease and a safe alternative of those common
petro chemical based lubricants. These lubricants are also
preventive agents against corrosion.
 Water. It can also be used as a major component aside from other
based oils.
 Vegetable oils. These are primarily derived from plants and
animals.

Purpose of Lubricating:

Lubricating performs the following key functions:

 Keeps moving part apart

 Reduces friction
 Transfers heat
 Carries away contaminant and debris
 Transmits power
 Protects against wear
 Prevents corrosion

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 SELF CHECK 3.1

I. Direction: Identify what is being referred by the following sentence. Write

your answer on a separate sheet of paper.

____________________ 1. It is an action carried out to retain an item in or to

restore it at an acceptable condition.

____________________ 2. It is a lanolin or natural water repellent lanolin

which is derived from a wool grease and a safe
alternative of these more common petro-chemical
based lubricants.

____________________ 3. It is performed in order to prevent failures before

they develop into a breakdown.

____________________ 4. It is performed in order to correct a failure.

____________________ 5. It is the first step of any preventive maintenance

system.

II. Direction: Give at least 5 reasons why we need to put lubricants on our
tools and equipment.

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 ACTIVITY SHEET 3.1

CLEANING AND LUBRICATING PLIERS

Materials

 Soft rug
 Lubricating oil
 Fine sand paper
 WD 40 (Rust remover)

Tools

 Lineman’s pliers
 Long nose pliers
 Personal protective equipment; gloves, goggles, and dust mask.

Procedure

1. Prepare the materials needed.

2. Select/identify stock – up pliers.
3. Wear the appropriate personal protective equipment.
4. Clean the rusty and insulated part with a fine sand paper.
5. Wipe out the loosened rust.
6. Apply oil on insulated part especially on the jaw with both handles in
upward position to prevent oil to drip down the insulation.
7. Move the handle in “out and in” directions with both hands.
8. Wipe out dirt and excess lubricant.
9. Repeat steps 4 and 5 until the jaw loosened well.
10. Store them in the tool cabinet.
11. Observe good house keeping.

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 ACTIVITY 3.2
MAINTAIN TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT

Direction: Using the given table below, check/identify the tool defects with
the possible remedies.

Supplies
 Activity form
 Pencil

Materials
 Lubricants
 Rugs
 WD 40 (Rust remover)

Tools
 Screw driver
 Files
 Abrasive

Tool defect Possible remedy Remarks ( after remedy)

Sample: stock-up Lubricate the Functional

pliers pliers
1.

2.

3.

4.

5.

6.

7.

8.

REPORTED BY: TEACHER HEAD

____________________ ____________________ _______________

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