We feature a collection of safety training videos geared towards learning more about Hand and Power Tools and how they incorporate in your work environment. Each of our courses in the Hand and Power Tools Safety Training helps certify your employees by exceeding OSHA compliance and providing them the skills they need to operate safely. They identify what the hazards are, prevention, and more!
Two critical components of many tools are the guard, which protects the blade, and the power switch which controls whether the tool has power and will operate. Machine guards must cover any moving part of...
There are many different types of power tools, each with a specific use and each with its own potential hazards. Power tools can include electric tools, abrasive grinders, pneumatic tools, liquid fuel tools, powder-actuated tools,...
The first step in avoiding injury is to make sure your tools are properly maintained. This includes BOTH power and hand tools. Before using any tool, do a visual inspection to make sure there are...
There are two main classes of tools; hand, and power. Hand tools are ones which you control by hand, such as a screw driver, or shovel. A power took runs on external power such as...
With any saw, the point of contact is the most dangerous area of operation. The teeth of the saw are moving fast. Accidents can happen quickly and they can be very serious. One of the...
Jig Saws allow one to make precision cuts on intricate curves and patterns. Unlike a circular saw, a jig saw has a thin, straight blade that reciprocates, or, moves up and down. While not as...
Handheld circular saws are one of the most common tools on any sized construction site today. They are used for straight cuts, either across or against the grain. Although powerful and handy, these saws can...
Radial Saws are similar to both a chop saw and a miter saw but they offer more options for making cuts. A radial saw will move forward and backwards on sliders and can also be...
A miter saw is similar to a chop saw except you can move the pivoting arm and blade which allows you to make angled cuts. The blade of a miter saw is pulled towards you,...
Chop Saws are a light weight circular saw mounted on a pivoting arm. The saw moves up and down and is great for specific cuts, especially square cuts. However, you must always inspect a chop...