This lesson provides an introduction to the hazards associated with hand and power tool use and describes the actions workers can take to reduce their risks of hand and power tool-related accidents and injuries. Completing this lesson does not on its own qualify or authorize a worker to operate a specific tool.

Upon successful completion of this course, you should be able to:

• Recognize the hazards that are associated with different types of hand and power tools.
• List the general steps that are necessary to prepare for safe hand and power tool use.
• Explain some of the general actions that are necessary to operate different types of hand and power tools safely.

• Identifying Hazards
• Preparing for Use
• Using Tools Safely

Approximately 20 minutes

Testing conducted throughout this online course is designed to reinforce the information presented. A mark of 80% must be achieved in order to receive a certificate of completion. Participants are able to repeat the course twice if the pass mark is not achieved.

Upon successful completion of this online course, a certificate of completion will be available for download and printing.