Hand And Power Tools For Construction

Overview & Objectives

The Hand and Power Tools for Construction online safety course from Exceed Safety is an intermediate-level training in which participants will learn the proper handling and use of tools of all types used throughout the construction industry. Participants can expect to learn according to OSHA’s hand and power tool regulations for avoiding accidents and preventing injuries. Additionally, participants will be presented with different types of mechanical hazards, tools, and precautionary measures, all of which will ensure the highest degree of understanding regarding tool safety.

Exceed Safety’s Hand and Power Tools for Construction online course is designed specifically to train participants about the hazards of using hand and portable power tools on the construction jobsite. Taught in accordance with OSHA regulations, you can expect to learn about the proper selection, use, maintenance, inspection, and care of hand and power tools. Specific course topics include the following:

Overview and introduction to hand and power tools
Types of mechanical hazards
Precautionary measures
Types of tools
Case study – power tool electrocution
Case study – portable grinder accident
Pneumatic tools
Liquid fuel/powder-actuated tools
Case study – power tool fatality
Hydraulics and mixers in a MSDS

Specific industry terms discussed throughout the course include the following:

Hand and power tools
Portable power tool safety
OSHA CFR 29 1910 and 1926 (construction)
American National Standards Institute (ANSI)
National Institute Organization for Safety and Health (NIOSH)
Personal protective equipment (PPE)

Who Is This Course For?

The Hand and Power Tools for Construction online safety course is designed specifically for construction workers using and working around hand and power tools.

Features & Benefits

Exceed Safety’s Hand and Power Tools for Construction course teaches the proper use of hand and power tools and stresses the importance of safe usage and handling above all else. Upon successful completion of this course, participants can expect to:

Know the hidden dangers and hazards of using hand and power tools within a construction work environment
Understand the importance of hand and power tool safety procedures to protect from injuries and mitigate risk
Know how to select and use the right hand and power tools for specific job types

In Person Training

Participants in this course can expect to be engaged with a dynamic, intentional, and highly experienced instructor. Our in-person class allows for questions to be answered immediately, open discussions, and hands-on learning. Some classes can be done via Zoom (just give us a call) and can be combined with virtual-blended learning. It is our goal to teach with a variety of strategies that allow everyone to be engaged in a fun and comfortable learning environment.