Title: Demonstrate the use of power tools and equipment.
Course: Operating the Farm Business (18301-III) > Section: Practicing Safety in Agricultural Production Enterprises

emonstration should include

- following all safety precautions, procedures, guidelines, and manufacturer specifications
- using required PPE
- undergoing safety instruction and testing prior to diagnosing, maintaining, repairing, and/or operating power tools, machinery, or equipment
- emphasizing the use, hazards, precautions, and maintenance procedures associated with power tools and equipment
- completing lockout/tagout procedures.

Power tools may include

- air impact gun
- air hammer
- air ratchet
- air drill
- electric drill
- electric grinder.

Equipment may include

- pneumatic equipment (e.g., tire machine, pneumatic jack)
- hydraulic equipment (e.g., floor jack, lift rack, hydraulic press, engine hoist)
- electrical equipment (e.g., bench grinder, drill press, battery testers and chargers).

Process/Skill Questions:

- What precautions should be taken when making adjustments to power tools?
- Why is training in the use of a power tool necessary before using it?
- What is the purpose of a dead man switch and/or kill switch on power tools? What is the purpose of an emergency stop (e-stop) or emergency power off (EPO) on power tools?
- When should adjustments be made to power tools?
- What are safe vs. unsafe uses of air compressors in the agricultural lab/workshop?
- What is the safest way to hold a part in a vise?
- What are the different safety colors, and what do they mean?
- Who regulates safety in the workplace?
- Why are symbols used for the operation of equipment?
- Where can safety rules for using equipment at school be found?
- Why is working as a team important to ensure safety in the lab?
- When is the cleaning tank used?

Teacher Resource:

- Recommended Practices for Safety and Health Programs, OSHA