Sefety+rules+when+using+tools+materials

Safety rules when using tools and materials September-15-10 7:27 PM [] [] []
 * 1)  When using tools in class make sure you know what they are used for and how they are held properly. I feel that if you don’t know that you will end up hurting yourself in a way which you didn’t think you could be hurt. And if you know what exactly the tool is used for you wont have to guess and destroy something you meant to mend with the tool.
 * 2)  Avoid being distracted. Distractions can cause you to loose focus when handling a dangerous tool. Many accidents are caused by one member, of a group who is working on an important project, simply loosing sight of what is going on and find them selves day dreaming. Concentration in hands on projects with a tool(s ) is vital.
 * 3)  When using tools inside a class room, respect other peoples projects and do not fool around with the tools "its all fun and games until somebody gets hurt." Students will often try to damage another students project and try to have fun in doing so because they find the other students reaction funny but it will affect the other student greatly because of their hard work being destroyed and the stress of trying to replicate their work, if they felt it was done to a great amount of effort/ time . When using the tools irresponsibly it is not principled.
 * 4)  Students should listen and take into consideration that the teacher knows what they are saying and what they say has a point, which the students should follow. I feel that every time a teacher has to tell some one not to do something they go right ahead to do it without care and respect. And if students listen as well as they fool around there would be much less accidents.
 * 5)  Always wear safety gear to reduce the amount of injuries during projects or assignments. If you wear safety gear you will feel protected where needed. The reduced amount of injuries are minor but what you could lose without the safety gear could be major. This would include goggles, gloves, shoes, proper clothing, and maybe a helmet depending on what you are doing.
 * 6)  If any power tools are in use try to maintain a low number of cords used, like one extension cord used for all tools. This will reduce the chances of tripping over one when you have a very dangerous machine in your hands. Many severe and minor injuries will be prevented.
 * 7)  Also if there are power tools in usage for a project, always use sharp blades if needed, because a blunt blade isn't safe and causes friction and can damage both the machine and the person wielding the tool. Dull blades can cause some serious damage in ways you cannot imagine.
 * 8)  Check for tools which are dangerously lying around, before starting any project and make sure everything is organized and tidy so you don’t trip or slip while working and dismantle your hard work. Or create issues for other classmates by leaving your tools and materials wherever you please, put them back where you found them.
 * 9)  Do not reach over some one at work with certain tools, though you shouldn’t in any scenario. It is a hazardous habit to reach out in front instead of walking around to make sure to reduce injury.
 * 10)  Use proper sized tools for the job, the wrong size tool will lead to you wondering why it wont work and becoming frustrated in trying to make it fit, when you could have saved yourself the whole dilemma if you check to see if you have the right size.