WHS Hand Tool Safety Test

Always wear ______________ when working in the shop.

• eye protection

• athletic shoes

• a hat

• a tool belt

Use only the type of tools that are _____________ for the work you are doing.

• clean

• battery powered

• designed

• cleared

Always us the right _______________ tool for the job.

• color

• handed

• balanced

• size

Check tools to be sure they are sharp, ____________, and in good condition before using them.

• turned on

• clean

• oiled

• stored correctly

Don't use your fingers to test whether or not a tool is sharp

• True

• False

Be sure the tool handle is fitted ______________ and secure.

• loosely
• tightly
• with glue
• with nails

Don't use a tool that is dull, broken, or _____________.

• balanced

• old

• defective

• heavy

Tools should always be carried by the ________________.

• handle
• blade
• guard

• cord

Carry sharp tools so the edge or point is aimed down and toward the ______________.

• user
• ground
• sky
• wall

The material should be fastened down so that one hand if left free to use the tools.

• True

• False