Tools and Safety

Tools
Air compressor Hydraulic lifter Spray gun Vacuum cleaner

Soldering iron Spanner set Ring set Socket wrench

Tools
Screw driver sets Hammer Pliers set Multi-meter

Plug wrench Impact driver Filler gauge Bench vice

Tools
Bench grinder Drill machine and bits Tyre lever Valve puller

Jack
Lock pliers Scissors Wheel wrench
 Tools
Ratchet Drain plug wrench Specialized puller set Calliper

Torque wrench
Funnel
Wire brush File set
Tools
Oil gun Centre punch Filter wrench Chain puller

Pressure gauge
Grease Gun
Oil cane
Specialized puller set
File set
Others
 Automotive Shop Safety
Wear eye protection during any operation
that could endanger your eyes.

•Operating power tools

•Working around running engine
•Carrying batteries
•Working overhead (exhaust) etc.
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•Oily rags could combust spontaneously,
always put them in a designated close
metal container.

•Keep the shop organized.

•Put all the tools away.
•Never leave parts, tools,
creepers, etc on the floor.

Fuel spills – contain in a

Container, wipe floor with a
a rag; Rag in closed container.
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•Dress in an appropriate manner.

•No loose clothing, jewelry, shorts,

open-toed-shoes, etc.

•Tie up long hair.

•Must wear coveralls in the shop.

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•Never carry any sharp tools or parts in your pockets.

•Wear full face protection when grinding,

welding and performing other operations
where sever hazards are present.

•Avoid working too fast, as you could over look a repair

procedure or safety rule.
•Use right tool for the job.

•Keep guards or shields in place.

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•Lift with your legs not with your back.

•Use adequate lighting.

•Ventilate when needed.

•Turn on the ventilation fans
any time fumes are present.
•Use exhaust hose if a vehicle
is running in the shop.
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•Never stir up asbestos dust.
•Asbestos is found on brake and clutch parts.
•Can cause lung-cancer.
•Use enclosed vacuum system to remove
the dust.

•Jack up a vehicle slowly and safely.

•Never go under a vehicle that is not
supported by the jack stands.
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•Drive slowly in the shop area.
•Only if you have a minimum “N” drivers license.
•Before starting the car ALWAYS PUMP the brakes,
and make sure brake pedal is hard.

•Report any unsafe conditions to your instructor.

•Stay away from engine fans.

•Electric fans can turn on even if
the ignition is off.