TLE COMPUTER SYSTEM SERVICING - 9

Quarter: 1 Lesson: 5 SSLM No. 5 ELC: Prepare Hand Tools ➢

Objectives:
A. Identify different kind of hand tools.
B. Check appropriate hand tools for proper operation and safety.

➢ Title of Textbook/LM to Study:

➢ Chapter: ___ Pages: ___ Topic: Using Hand Tools

Let Us Discover
In engaging yourself in any activity on
your computer you should know first the
different kinds and appropriate tools in fixing or doing something on it. In computer application,
the usage of proper hand tools and equipment is very essential. The following hand tools are
usually being prepared and used especially in fixing or troubleshooting a computer equipment
or devices.

1. Flat Screw Driver- a tool used to 2. Philip Screw Driver- a tool used to drive
drive or fasten negative slotted or fasten positive slotted screws.

screws.

3. Side Cutter Pliers- a tool used for 4. Long nose Pliers- a tool used for
cutting or trimming of connecting holding, bending, and stretching the
wires or terminal leads in the circuit lead of electronic component or

board .
connecting wire.
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5. Crimping Tool- a tool made of metal with
plastic-rubber handle, 6. Tweezers -a tool used to hold small
to press int sensitive part of a computer.
to corrugat o small folds, to frill and
e.

7. Wire Strip per- a small hand-held d 8. Flashlight- a small electric light, a flash
device use to strip the insulation of electric
e l e c t r i c from
al light used
electric wires. to give
light in
dark

conditions.
9. Magnifying glass- a device made in 10. Volt-Ohms-Millimeter (VOM) -a
glass with handle, to exaggerate or to measuring instrument used by
increase the apparent size of an technician for measuring: current,
object. voltage, resistance.

11. LAN Tester - a device used to test the 12. Anti-Static Wrist wrap- a device used
network connection. to eliminate electrostatic discharge in
your
work
area.

13. Soldering Pencil- a tool used to join 14. Desoldering Tool- tool used to
two or more metal conductors with the unsoldered unwanted parts or
support of soldering lead melted component in the circuit with the
support of soldering pencil.

around it.

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 Malfunctioning or Faulty Tools
Different Hand Tools has a variety of non-powered devices such as pliers, hammers,
and screwdrivers. These tools may seem harmless, but using malfunctioning or faulty tools
may cause injuries or accidents especially among beginners.
The two most common hazards associated with the use of Hand Tools are misuse and
improper maintenance.

• Misuse occurs when a hand tool is used for something other than its intended
purpose. (An example would be using screwdriver as a chisel. This may cause
the tip to break and strike someone).
• Improper maintenance allows hand tools to deteriorate into an unsafe condition.
(Example would include cracked wooden handles that allow the tool head to fly off
or mushroomed heads that can shatter upon impact.
• Specially designed tools may be needed in hazardous environments. (Always use
non-sparking tools in the presence of flammable vapors and dusts. Insulated tools
with appropriate ratings must be used for electrical work).
The following are some of the best practices in using safe tools:

Pliers:

• Never use pliers as a hammer on the handle. Such abuse is likely to result in cracks
or breaks.
• Cut hardened wire only with pliers designed for that purpose.
• Do not increase the handle length of pliers to gain more leverage. Use a larger pair
of pliers or bolt cutters.
• Do not substitute pliers for a wrench when turning bolts and nuts. Pliers cannot grip
these items properly and will slip.

Screwdrivers:

• Always use screwdriver tip that properly fits the slot of the screw.
• Keep away screwdrivers with broken or worn handles.
• Use magnetic or screw-holding screwdrivers to start fasteners in tight areas.
• Never use pliers on a screwdriver for extra leverage. Only use wrench or
screwdrivers specifically designed to accept them.

Utility Knives/ Blades:

• Always use a sharp blade. Dull blades require more force and thus are more likely
to slip. Replace the blade when it starts to “tear” instead of cut.
• Never leave a knife unattended with the blade exposed. Consider using a
selfretracted knife with a spring-loaded black.
• Keep your free hand away from the line of the cut.
• Don’t bend or apply side loads to blades by using them to open cans or pay loose
objects. Blades are brittle and can snap easily.

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 Let Us Try
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Directions: Identify the following DOs and DON’Ts in using hand tools. Write DO if the
statement is correct and DON’T if it’s not on the space provided.

1. Always use a sharp blade.

2. Throw away screwdrivers with broken or
worn handles.
3. Leave a knife unattended with the blade
exposed.
4. Keep your free hand away from the line of
the cut.

Let Us Do 5. Use pliers as a hammer on the handle.

Directions: You are provided with a pictures of hand tool/device with corresponding
description/situation. Name the following tools and identify them if SAFE or UNSAFE to use.
Write your answer on the space provided.
SAFE OR
TOOLS
UNSAFE
Example
FLAT SCREW UNSAFE
Situation: Johny used this tool as a pry bar,
chisel, and punch stirrer or scraper.

1. Situation: Johny is fixing his bed he use this tool

as a replacement for a hammer.

2. Situation: Johny keeps away this tool because the handle is being
broken

3. Description: This tool is being used for

holding, bending, and stretching the lead of
electronic component or connecting wire.

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 4. Description: This device is being used to eliminate electrostatic
discharge in your work area.

5. Situation: Johny still used this tool even the

blades is dull.

Let Us Apply

Poster Making

Make a poster and give at least five hand tools that are not being
mentioned in this module that you may use in fixing computers and give their
functions. You can use any means or materials for your output. The scoring
rubrics below will be used as shown below.

Criteria Rating

1. Correctness 10

2. Creativity 10

3. Presentation 10

TOTAL: 30

Rubrics References

• Curriculum Guide for CSS NCII

Code: TLE_IACSS9-12UHT-IIIa17- d-20
• DepEd TVL CSS11 Module 1 Week1. Using Hand Tool. Alo W. M. et.al. pp. 8-20