HAZARDS OF ELECTRICAL
POWER TOOLS
ISO 45001 INTERNAL AUDIT PART 1
HAZARDS OF ELECTRICAL POWER TOOLS
Employees using electric tools must be aware of several
dangers. Among them most serious hazards are electrical shocks, burns and
falls. Electric shocks can cause various injuries. It also can cause the user
to fall off a ladder or other elevated work surface and be injured due to fall.
To prevent hazards associated with the use of power tools,
workers should observe the following general precautions.
· Use power tools
having three wire system with ground, double insulated, or low voltage/ battery
powered. Make sure of
ground continuity for three wire cords.
· Never carry an
electric tool by the cord.
· Never pull the cord
to disconnect it from the receptacle.
· Keep cords away from
heat, water, oil and sharp edges.
HSE EHS Audit Process | Auditing Procedure
· Disconnect tools
when not using them, before servicing and cleaning, and when changing
accessories such as blades, bits, and cutters.
· Keep all people not
involved with the work at a safe distance from the work area.
· Secure work with
clamps or a wise. Use both hands to operate a power tool.
· Avoid accidental starting.
Do not hold fingers on the switch button while carrying a plugged in tool.
· Maintain tools with
care: Keep them sharp and clean for best performance. Ensure the power tools
are double insulated.
· Follow instructions
in the users manual for lubricating and changing accessories.
· Be sure to keep good
footing and maintain balance when operating power tools.
· Use proper PPE’s for
the task. Loose clothing or jewelry can become caught in moving parts.
ARC FLASH HAZARDS AND PROPER PRECAUTIONS
· Remove all damaged
portable electric tools from use and tag them “Do not use ”
· Do not use electric
tools in damp or wet locations. Ensure the power is routed through the earth leakage/residual
circuit breaker.
· Keep work areas well
lighted when operating electric tools.
· Ensure that cords
and extensions do not present a tripping hazard.
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