1 BLOG POST LAYOUT FOR MAINS POWERED TOOLS
SAFE USE OF MAINS POWERED TOOLS AND EXTENSION CORDS
Describe/ Explain what is a mains powered power tool
Where are you likely to use it? Building sites in the workshop
Give 3 examples of a mains power tool you may have already used.
Describe/explain the task you used it for.
Drill - Use drill to drill a hole on our work,
Sanders - Use sanders to smooth and finish surfaces,
Nail Gun - use to drive nails into wood or other material
General safety around electricity.
What to look for…. That there is No
What do I do if something is wrong . ( Fault Reporting )
General hazards and dangers of a mains powered power tool
What is meant by “RCD” Why is it important - Residual current device - Is a life-saving device which is designed to prevent you from getting a fatal electric shock if you touch something live, such as a bare wire. It can also provide some protection against electrical fires
What is meant by “Double Insulation” Why is it important - They have two levels of insulating materials between the electrical parts of the appliance and any parts on the outside that you touch
Safety checks and safe working practices when using a mains powered tool
2022 L2 Engineering
Hazards and dangers of extension cords
If the extension cord is covered, heat is unable to escape and could result in a fire. Make sure extension cords are visible and if at all possible, not running across highly trafficked areas. They can be a trip hazard for people walking through the areas
Safe Use of extension cords
Never remove an extension cord’s grounding pin to fit into a two-prong outlet
General PPE when using mains powered tools
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