Documents

Various documents for safety training, development, assessment and implimentations

What Are Hand Tools?

Suggestions for choosing, maintaining and storing common hand tools. Separate section on powder-actuated fastening devices. Includes safety features and rules for use.

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What Is Eye Safety?

Descriptions of various types of eye protection--glasses, goggles, and face shields--and recommendations for using and caring for the equipment.

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What Are Electric Power Tools?

Guidelines for inspecting and using electric power tools such as drills, grinders, sanders, and saws. Information on preventing electric shock, including the care of power cords.

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Other Resources

What Is Manual Materials Handling

Information on preventing back injuries and analyzing the work task to make choices on the best way to solve materials handling problems. Guidelines for selection and use of mechanical lifting devices.