Summary of Changes to P 440.1-26A Hand/Portable Power Tools
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Revised Version Issued as P 440.1-26B of 9/15/05 NETL Procedure 440.1-26, Hand/Portable Power Tools, of 8/17/04, has undergone revisions. This Procedure was updated to include a revised Section 9 based on 29 CFR 1926 requirements. Non-ES&H requirements were removed from the Procedure. Please replace NETL Procedure 440.1-26A with NETL Procedure 440.1-26B.
U.S. Department of Energy
National Energy Technology Laboratory
PROCEDURE
P 440.1-26B
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ISSUED: 9/15/05 REVIEWED: 9/15/05 SUBJECT: HAND/PORTABLE POWER TOOLS 1. 2. 3. PURPOSE. To ensure that hand and portable power tools and equipment are properly maintained and safety operated by NETL personnel. CANCELLATION. This Procedure replaces NETL Procedure 440.1-26A, Hand/Portable Power Tools, of 8/17/04. REFERENCES. a. b. c. d. e. f. g. NETL Procedure 421.1-1, R&D Safety Analysis and Review System. NETL Procedure 421.1-2, Support Operations Safety Analysis and Review System. NETL Procedure 440.1-14, Workplace Monitoring. NETL Procedure 440.1-20, Lockout/Tagout Program. NETL Procedure 440.1-24, Electrical Safety. NETL Procedure 440.1-25, Machinery and Machine Guarding. Statutory ES&H Standards: (1) (2) 4. 29 CFR, 1910, Subpart P, Hand and Portable Powered Tools and Other Handheld Equipment. 29 CFR 1926, Subpart I, Tools - Hand and Power.
DEFINITIONS. a. b. Hand Tool -- A non-powered tool used by hand such as a screwdriver or wrench. Line Manager -- Any employee in a supervisory or oversight position in charge of one or more employees in a designated department, working directly for the NETL, or a subcontracted company working for the NETL.
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Maintenance -- Day-to-day work that is required to maintain and preserve equipment in a condition suitable for it to be used for its designated purpose. Power Tool -- A portable tool that is powered by electricity, compressed air, hydraulic fluid, gasoline, etc.
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QUALITY CONTROL. a. b. Line Managers shall monitor the care, use, and handling of tools and equipment, including the training of employees regarding the proper use of tools and equipment. Personnel who use hand/portable power tools shall inspect and remove from service tools and equipment that show signs of excessive wear or other conditions that may increase the risk of injury to users or others in the vicinity. Such items shall be removed from service.
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RESPONSIBILITIES. a. The Line Managers shall: (1) (2) Ensure that employees are properly trained and qualified in the use of hand/ portable power tools to be operated. Ensure that employees know and follow the manufacturer’s operating instructions and this Procedure’s requirements regarding the proper use of hand/portable power tools to be operated. Ensure that manufacturer recommended mechanical or electrical guarding devices on all hand/portable power tools are used and maintained properly. (See NETL Procedure for Machinery and Machine Guarding.) Provide employees with proper personal protective equipment. (See NETL SARS documentation for the particular project or operation.)
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The OSHA Safety Manager shall ensure that this Procedure is maintained and updated as appropriate. The NETL site support contractors shall fully implement the requirements of this Procedure as appropriate to their work, including the appropriate training of employees regarding their safe operation. The employees shall properly maintain and use tools and equipment in their possession.
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TRAINING REQUIREMENTS. a. Employees who are required to use hand/portable power tools shall read this Procedure and be cognizant of its contents.
NETL Procedure 440.1-26B
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b. c.
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Line Managers shall ensure that training is provided on the use of specific tools and equipment as required for safe operation. If as a result of improper use of hand/portable tools an accident occurs, the Line Manager shall provide additional training as needed.
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DOCUMENT CONTROL. Line Managers shall monitor or have access to an inventory of tools and equipment used by employees under their supervision. PROCEDURE. a. General (All Tools) (1) (2) (3) Select and use the proper tool for the job. Wear required PPE when using tools. Use tools in a safe manner following approved operating instructions. Users shall be trained in the proper usage of any tool. Read the manufacturer’s owner manual and/or instructions before using any tool. Inspect your tool before each use. Tools shall be kept in good condition; worn or defective tools shall be removed from service. Follow the manufacturer’s recommendations for maintaining your tools. When working on a ladder or scaffold, secure your tools. A falling tool can seriously injure a co-worker. Avoid wearing rings, jewelry, or loose clothing when operating power tools. Do not use power tools without the correct guard recommended by the manufacturer. Keep work areas well lit.
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Hand Tools (1) (2) Tools subject to impact (chisels, punches, hammers, star drills, etc.) tend to mushroom. Keep them dressed to avoid flying spalls. Use tool holders. Do not force tools beyond their capability or use “cheaters” to increase their capacity.
NETL Procedure 440.1-26B (3) (4)
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Secure work in a vice or clamp whenever possible. Never hold small work by hand when using a screwdriver. Never carry chisels, screwdrivers, or other pointed tools in clothing pockets. Use tool belts designed for carrying tools. Position sharp tools that you hand to others so they receive the handle. When carrying tools in your hands, direct the sharp edges or points toward the ground. Hammers should not have broken claws or handles. Check for loose or cracked handles. Always use the proper size or weight for the job. Never use a file without a proper handle. Keep cutting tools sharp to ensure good smooth cutting. Screwdriver points should not be badly worn and handles should be in good condition. Adjustable wrenches must work freely and adjust properly. Gripping teeth should not be worn smooth. Always use the proper size for the job.
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(5) (6) (7) (8) (9) c.
Powered Tools (1) Electric Tools (a) (b) (c) (d) (e) (2) All electrically powered tools used at NETL shall be double insulated or be provided with grounding. Ground fault circuit interrupters are required when using electric tools in wet or damp locations. Make sure your tool is turned off before you plug it in or unplug it. Always unplug your tool when you change blades, bits, wheels, etc. The use of electric cords for hoisting or lowering tools shall not be permitted.
Pneumatic Tools -- Pneumatic tools are powered by compressed air; they include tools such as jackhammers, impact wrenches, and grinders. (a) When using pneumatic tools, workers must check to see that their tool is fastened securely to the hose by a positive means to prevent it from becoming disconnected.
NETL Procedure 440.1-26B (b)
5 of 6 In general, the same precautions shall be taken with an air hose that are recommended for electric cords since the hose is subject to the same kind of damage or accidental striking and presents tripping hazards. A safety clip or retainer must be installed on pneumatic impact tools to prevent attachments from accidentally being expelled. Compressed air shall not be used for cleaning purposes except where reduced to 30 pounds per square inch. If an air hose is more than one-half inch in diameter, a safety excess flow valve must be installed at the source of the air supply to shut off the air automatically in case of hose failure. The manufacturer’s safe operating pressure for hoses, pipes, valves, filters, and other fittings shall not be exceeded.
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Fuel-Powered Tools -- A fuel-powered tool is usually powered by gasoline such as a lawn mower, chain saw, or weed whacker. (a) The worker must be careful handling, transporting, and storing the gas or fuel in approved flammable liquid containers, according to proper procedures for flammable liquids. Before the tank for a fuel-powered tool is refilled, the user must shut the engine down and allow it to cool to prevent accidental igniting of hazardous vapors. If a fuel-powered tool is used in an enclosed area, effective ventilation and/or personal protective equipment is required to prevent breathing carbon monoxide. Fire extinguishers must be available in the area.
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Hydraulic Power Tools (a) The fluid used in hydraulic power tools must be approved, fire-resistant fluid, and must retain its operating characteristics at the most extreme temperatures to which it will be exposed. The manufacturer’s recommended safe operating pressure for hoses, valves, pipes, filters, and other fittings must not be exceeded.
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Powder-Actuated Tools -- Powder-actuated tools operate almost like a loaded gun and should be treated with the same respect and precautions. In fact, they are so dangerous that they must be operated only by specially trained workers. (a) Use of a powder-actuated tool at NETL requires the approval of the OSHA Safety Manager. Only employees who have been trained in the operation of a powderactuated tool shall be allowed to operate it. If the tool develops a defect during use, it should be tagged and taken out of service immediately until it is properly repaired. The tool should not be loaded unless it is to be used immediately. A loaded tool should not be left unattended, especially where it would be available to unauthorized persons. Powder-actuated tools shall meet the requirements of ANSI A10.3-1970.
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_________________________________ Director, OIBO