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Punches/chisels
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Never use a punch or chisel with a chipped or
mushroomed end; dress mushroomed chisels and
punches with a file.
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Hold a chisel or a punch with a tool holder if possible.
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When using a chisel on a small piece, clamp the piece
firmly in a vise and chip toward the stationary jaw.
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Wear approved eye protection when using these tools.
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Protect bystanders with approved eye protection.
Screwdrivers
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Don’t use a screwdriver for prying, punching, chiseling,
scoring or scraping.
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Use the right type of screwdriver for the job; match the tip
to the fastener.
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Don’t interchange POZIDRIV
®
, PHILLIPS
®
or REED
AND PRINCE screwdrivers.
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Screwdriver handles are not intended to act as
insulation; don’t use on live electrical circuits.
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Don’t use a screwdriver with rounded edges because it
will slip – redress with a file.
Ratchets and Handles
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Periodically clean and lubricate ratchet mechanisms with
a light grade oil. Do not replace parts individually;
ratchets should be rebuilt with the entire contents of
service kit.
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Never hammer or put a pipe extension on a ratchet or
handle for added leverage.
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Always support the ratchet head when using socket
extensions, but do not put your hand on the head or you
may interfere with the action of its reversing mechanism.
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When breaking loose a fastener, apply a small amount of
pressure as a test to be sure the ratchet’s gear wheel is
engaged with the pawl.
Sockets
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Never use hand sockets on power or impact wrenches.
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Select the right size socket for the job.
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Never cock any wrench or socket.
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Select only impact sockets for use with air or electric
impact wrenches.
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Replace sockets showing cracks or wear.
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Keep sockets clean.
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Always use approved eye protection when using power
or impact sockets.
Storage Units
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Don’t open more than one loaded drawer at a time. Close
each drawer before opening up another.
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Close lids and lock drawers and doors before moving
storage units.
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Don’t pull on a tool cabinet; push it in front of you.
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Set the brakes on the locking casters after the cabinet
has been rolled to your work.
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