Ensure your staff knows how to work safely with hand and power tools. This Hand and Power Tool Safety Training provides users with an understanding of hand and power tool hazards and control measures operators must be aware of. Approved by IIRSM, this course covers how to properly operate, store, maintain and inspect hand and power tools. It also looks at the relevant legislation, the correct use of PPE and appropriate action to take in case of emergencies.
Hand and Power Tool Safety Training
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Course Duration: 35+ minutes
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Fully online assessment
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Course Details
| Course Duration | 35+ minutes |
|---|---|
| Approval body | IIRSM |
| Format | Fully online |
| Assessment | Multiple choice |
| Certification | Same-day digital certificate |
| Certificate Valid For | 3 years |
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Course Content
This course contains the following sections:
Explores various types of hand and power tools and their functions.
Outlines key legislation and the responsibilities of both employers and employees regarding the safe use of these tools.
Covers the hazards associated with hand and power tools, along with the types of injuries they can cause.
Walks users through the step-by-step process of operating these tools safely and effectively.
Highlights the importance of selecting and using appropriate PPE to protect against specific hazards.
Teaches proper storage techniques to prevent damage, maintain tool longevity and reduce the risk of accidents.
Covers procedures for routine maintenance, inspections, documentation and determining when tools need replacement or removal from service.
Teaches proper protocols for responding to emergencies, including the correct procedures for reporting and documenting incidents.
What You Will Learn
Available in 13 Languages
Course Approval Body
The course certificate includes:
- User name
- Company name
- Course name
- Completion date
- Expiry date
- Approval body
An IIRSM-approved certificate will be available for download and printing instantly upon course completion.
Users must complete an assessment before earning their certificate.
The end-of-course test is:
- Fully online
- Multiple choice
A score of 80% is required to pass.
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Why Is This Course Important?
Millions of workers across various industries, including construction, manufacturing and maintenance, rely on hand and power tools every day. Improper use can result in significant accidents and ill health. Injuries can range from minor cuts and abrasions to amputations, puncture wounds and electrical shocks. Hand and power tools are also responsible for numerous creeping hazards, such as hearing loss and hand-arm vibration syndrome (HAVS).
This course equips workers with the skills to safely work with hand and power tools. Participants learn to identify hazards and implement effective control measures. The training also provides guidance on maintaining and inspecting these tools as well as emergency response protocols, ensuring workers know how to act appropriately in the event of an accident. Additionally, the course ensures employees understand and adhere to legal requirements, enabling them to perform their tasks in compliance with legislation.
Are You Aware of Your Responsibilities?
As an employer, you are legally obligated to ensure the safety of your employees when they use hand and power tools. You must:
- Ensure the safety and health of workers and anyone else whom these operations might affect
- Conduct risk assessments and implement effective control measures
- Ensure the tools are maintained in safe, working condition
- Provide adequate training and information to employees
- Supply appropriate PPE as required
Key UK legislation outlining these responsibilities includes:
- Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
- Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999
- Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998
- Personal Protective Equipment at Work Regulations 1992
- Vibration at Work Regulations 2005
- Electricity at Work 1989
- Noise at Work Regulations 2005
Failure to comply with these regulations can lead to severe consequences, including legal action, fines and an increased risk of injuries for your workers.
About Hand and Power Tool Safety Training Course
This course is designed for anyone who uses hand or power tools to perform their tasks. It provides training on the safe operation, maintenance, inspection and storage of these tools. Users will learn how to identify hazards and implement necessary control measures to minimise risks.
The course equips workers to handle hand and power tools safely, reducing the risk of accidents and ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
