POWER TOOLS EXAM 2025
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
Hand tools are: - --Answer --non-powered. They include anything from
axes to wrenches.
Do not use: - --Answer --wrenches when jaws are sprung
impact tools (chisels and wedges) when heads have mushroomed tools with loose,
cracked or splintered handles
a screwdriver as a chisel
Hand Tool Safety Rules: - --Answer --Maintain regularly
Use right tool for the job
Inspect before use
Operate according to manufacturers' instructions
Use the right personal protective equipment (PPE)
Employees and employers have a responsibility to work together to establish safe
working procedures.
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, Around flammable substances, sparks produced by iron and steel hand tools can
be a dangerous ignition source. Where this hazard exists, "spark-resistant" or "non-
sparking" tools must be used.
Portable power tools are divided into five primary groups according to their power
source: - --Answer --Electric
Pneumatic
Hydraulic
Powder-actuated
Gasoline
Typical injuries caused by portable power tools are: - --Answer --burns, cuts,
and strains
Workers using power tools may be exposed to these hazards: - --Answer --
struck by objects that fall, fly, are abrasive, or splash
harmful dusts, fumes, mists, vapors, and gases
contact with point of operation
Electrocution from frayed or damaged electrical cords, hazardous connections and
improper grounding
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QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
Hand tools are: - --Answer --non-powered. They include anything from
axes to wrenches.
Do not use: - --Answer --wrenches when jaws are sprung
impact tools (chisels and wedges) when heads have mushroomed tools with loose,
cracked or splintered handles
a screwdriver as a chisel
Hand Tool Safety Rules: - --Answer --Maintain regularly
Use right tool for the job
Inspect before use
Operate according to manufacturers' instructions
Use the right personal protective equipment (PPE)
Employees and employers have a responsibility to work together to establish safe
working procedures.
....COPYRIGHT ©️ 2025 ALL RIGHTS RESERVED...TRUSTED & VERIFIED 1
, Around flammable substances, sparks produced by iron and steel hand tools can
be a dangerous ignition source. Where this hazard exists, "spark-resistant" or "non-
sparking" tools must be used.
Portable power tools are divided into five primary groups according to their power
source: - --Answer --Electric
Pneumatic
Hydraulic
Powder-actuated
Gasoline
Typical injuries caused by portable power tools are: - --Answer --burns, cuts,
and strains
Workers using power tools may be exposed to these hazards: - --Answer --
struck by objects that fall, fly, are abrasive, or splash
harmful dusts, fumes, mists, vapors, and gases
contact with point of operation
Electrocution from frayed or damaged electrical cords, hazardous connections and
improper grounding
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