BLOG POST LAYOUT FOR MAINS POWERED TOOLS
SAFE USE OF MAINS POWERED TOOLS AND EXTENSION CORDS
Describe/ Explain what is a mains powered power tool?
A mains power tool is a power tool that must be plugged into a wall to work.
Where are you likely to use it?
Most likely used in a workshop or a building site.
Give 3 examples of a mains power tool you may have already used.
Describe/explain the task you used it for.
Nail Gun- Used to drive nails into my wood to hold it together.
Jigsaw- Used to cut shapes and curves in your wood.
Heat Gun- Heat guns are commonly known for their use to strip paint and weld or bend plastics.
General safety around electricity.
Make sure no wires are cut, Keep wires away from heaters or warm appliances.
What to look for. If any of the equipment is broken.
What do I do if something is wrong. Cut the power, turn off electrical appliances.
General hazards and dangers of a mains powered power tool-
What is meant by “RCD” Why is it important- RCD stands for “Residual Current Device” It is important to have RCD protection when using electrical equipment outdoors.
What is meant by “Double Insulation”- Double or reinforced insulation is another method of protection against electric shock, consisting of an extra layer of supplementary insulation over the basic insulation
Why is it important- Double insulation construction of appliances and tools allows the manufacturer to produce a lower-cost product.
Safety checks and safe working practices when using a mains-powered tool- Make sure it has the safety tag on the cord, Make sure the cord is put somewhere so no one trips over it.
2022 L2 Engineering
Hazards and dangers of extension cords- Tripping hazard, Exposed wires.
Safe Use of extension cords- Always put the cord away when finished with it, unplug it when finished.
General PPE when using mains-powered tools
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