CHECKING HAND

TOOLS AND SAFETY

PROTOCOLS
 Safety tips before using a screwdriver:

1.Keep the screwdriver’s handle clean. A greasy

handle could cause an injury or damage from
unexpected slippage.
2.Check if the tip of the Philips screwdriver’s
magnetic point is working well.
3.Make sure that the handle or head is not damage
to prevent further injury.
4.Ensure that the tip is not damaged or deformed
for it to fit correctly on the desired screw head.
 Safety tips before using a wire cutter:

1.Ensure that the blades are sharp.

2. Check if the locks in between the blades

are intact.

3. Make sure that the handle is not damaged

to prevent injury.

4. Check if the tool is not rusted and oily.

 Safety tips before using part retriever and
tweezers:

1.Check if it is oil and dirt free.

2.Make sure that it is not deformed or

damaged.
 How to determine the defective and non-defective tool?

Visual Inspection
The defective and non-defective tools are easily identified through visual
inspection. Defective and non-defective tools are described by its physical
appearance such as dullness, sharpness, dismantled parts and more.

Functionality
Another way to determine the defective and non-defective tools is by
checking or assessing if the tool is already susceptible to wear and tear or does
it exceed to its service life already.

Performance
Checking the performance of the tool is one way also to determine
defective and non-defective tools.
 What should be done if the tool is found defective?

 If a tool is defective, remove it from service, and tag it clearly

"Out of service for repair.”
 If tools are defective, attach an Out of Service tag with
signature and date.
 Replace damaged equipment immediately – do not use
defective tools "temporarily.”
 Have tools repaired by a qualified person – do not attempt field
repairs.
 To ensure safe use of hand tools, do not use a defective tool,
inspect tools prior to use and verify that tools are repair
 Defective tools can cause serious and painful injuries.
If a tool is defective in some ways, do not use it.Once
defective hand tools are identified, separate it and have
it labelled “defective” or “faulty.” Defective or faulty tools
should be contained in a separate container for them not
to be mistakenly used by others. Clearing the area from
defective or faulty hand tools promotes safety among the
users of it and the equipment.