Safe Use of Portable and Hand-Held Power Tools

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Occupational Safety and Health Administration

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eCFR :: 29 CFR 1910.243 -- Guarding of portable powered …

Subpart P —Hand and Portable Powered Tools and Other Hand-Held Equipment § 1910.243 Previous; Next; Top; ... Vertical portable grinders. Safety guards used on machines known as right angle head or vertical portable grinders shall have a maximum exposure angle of 180°, and the guard shall be so located so as to be between the …

eCFR :: 29 CFR Part 1910 Subpart P -- Hand and Portable …

§ 1910.242 Hand and portable powered tools and equipment, general. (a) General requirements. ... Vertical portable grinders. Safety guards used on machines known as right angle head or vertical portable grinders shall have a maximum exposure angle of 180°, and the guard shall be so located so as to be between the operator and the wheel …

Portable tools

or paper discs that have a layer of abrasive on the surface are not covered by Oregon OSHA's portable abrasive grinder rule. All abrasive wheels must be closely inspected …

Toolbox Talk

Like all power tools, portable grinders can present safety concerns, including flying particles and electrical hazards. This procedure outlines requirements in the Occupational Safety & Health Administration's (OSHA) standards regarding abrasive wheels and tools (29 CFR 1926.303).

TOOLBOX TALKS Handheld Grinder Safety

Handheld Grinder Safety Angle grinders, also called side or disc grinders, are handheld power tools used for cutting, ... According to OSHA standard 1926.300(b)(1), power operated tools designed to ... Microsoft Word - 2018.09.24 GBCA Safety Toolbox Talk Hand-Held Grinder Safety Author: blee Created Date:

OSHA Grinding Regulations

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) grinding regulations protect workers who use potentially dangerous grinding equipment from occupational injuries and illnesses. OSHA holds employers responsible for ensuring grinding equipment and protective gear meets OSHA safety standards, and employers who do ...

1910.334

Portable electric equipment. ... insulating protective equipment if the condition of the connection could provide a conducting path to the employee's hand (if, for example, a cord connector is wet from being immersed in water). ... even on a temporary basis, beyond that allowed by § 1910.304(e), the installation safety requirements for ...

§3583. Portable Abrasive Wheels.

(e) Other portable grinders. The maximum angular exposure of the grinding wheel periphery and sides for safety guards used on other portable grinding machines shall not exceed 180 degrees and the top half of the wheel shall be enclosed at all times. (See Figure A-23 of Appendix E.)

1926.302

Airless spray guns of the type which atomize paints and fluids at high pressures (1,000 pounds or more per square inch) shall be equipped with automatic or visible manual safety devices which will prevent pulling of the trigger to prevent release of the paint or fluid until the safety device is manually released.

A Lesson in Angle Grinder Safety

Another safety feature available on grinders is a mechanical safety brake. This can stop a slicer wheel in less than 1 second and a grinding wheel in less than 2 seconds when the grinder's switch is disengaged. If the operator loses control of the tool, this safety feature helps prevent a serious injury from happening by stopping the wheel ...

Handheld Grinders for Mortar Removal (Tuckpointing)

• Portable exhaust fans • Air ducts • Other means of mechanical ventilation Photo courtesy of OSHA Worker is showing a handheld grinder equipped with shroud. Ensure air flow is not impeded by the movements of employees during work, or by ... How to Contact OSHA Under the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970, employers are ...

Oregon Occupational Safety and Health : Portable power tools …

Division 2, Subdivision P, Hand and Portable Powered Tools and Other Hand-Held Equipment. ... Portable electric grinders. 03/21/1994. Program Directives. Guarding: Portable Belt Sanding Machines. ... Or egon Occupation al Safety and Health (Oregon OSHA) ...

Oregon Occupational Safety and Health : Hand tools : State …

Division 2, Subdivision P, Hand and Portable Powered Tools and Other Hand-Held Equipment. ... Portable electric grinders. 03/21/1994. Program Directives. Tools: Powder Actuated Fastening. ... Or egon Occupation al …

Safety Precautions for Handheld Portable Grinders

OSHA General Industry Standard 1910.242(a) Each employer shall be responsible for the safe condition of tools and equipment used by employees, including tools and …

OSHA Training Toolbox Talk: Portable Tool and …

OSHA Training Toolbox Talk: Portable Tool and Equipment Safety – Mounting Abrasive Wheels [Reference 1910.243 / 1926.303] Portable hand-held grinders are relatively …

810 Hand and Power Tool Safety

Hand and power tool hazards are addressed in specific standards for the general industry, shipyard employment, marine terminals, longshoring, and the construction industry. This course is designed to present to employees and employers a summary of the basic safety procedures and safeguards associated with hand and portable power tools.

1910.241

Hand and Portable Powered Tools and Other Hand-Held Equipment; Standard Number: 1910.241 Title: Definitions. ... Safety guard. A safety guard is an enclosure designed to restrain the pieces of the grinding wheel and furnish all possible protection in the event that the wheel is broken in operation. ... 1-800-321-OSHA 1-800-321-6742 ...

Safe Work Practice Handheld Grinder Safety (General)

• Do not clamp portable grinders in a vice for grinding hand-held work. • Do not use any liquid coolants with portable grinders. • Do not force wheels onto a grinder that are the wrong size or change mounting hole sizes. • Do not tighten the mounting nut excessively. • Do not put the grinder on the floor or working surface

1910 Subpart P

Hand and Portable Powered Tools and Other Hand-Held Equipment. GPO Source: e-CFR. AUTHORITY: Sections 4, 6, and 8 of the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 (29 U.S.C. 653, 655, 657); Secretary of Labor's Order No. 12-71 (36 FR 8754), ... 1-800-321-OSHA 1-800-321-6742 Federal Government White House; Benefits.gov;

1926.300

Examples of guarding methods are - barrier guards, two-hand tripping devices, electronic safety devices, etc. 1926.300(b)(4) Point of operation guarding. ... Portable power tools. 1926.300(b)(4)(iv)(i) ... All hand-held powered platen sanders, grinders with wheels 2-inch diameter or less, routers, planers, laminate trimmers, nibblers, shears ...

Belt Sander Script

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Angle Grinder Safety

Angle Grinder Use. Angle grinders generate sparks. When required obtain a hot work permit before use. Keep work area clear of debris and flammable materials. Do NOT. …

Occupational Safety and Health Administration

A variety of portable power and hand tools (such as grinders, drills, saws, and wrenches) are used throughout shipyard employment. ... Portable hand held tools must be equipped with a "deadman" switch. ... Handheld grinders used for external use must be protected and have safety guards with the following exceptions: [29 CFR 1915.134(c)]

Toolbox Talk: Portable Grinder Safety

Like all power tools, portable grinders can present safety concerns, including flying particles and electrical hazards. This procedure outlines requirements in the Occupational Safety & Health Administration's (OSHA) standards regarding abrasive wheels and tools (29 CFR 1926.303).

Grinder Safety -Hazards, Precautions, PPE

Only competent personnel trained in the use of grinding machine shall be allowed to use portable grinders. Personnel tasked to use grinders shall attend grinder safety training before they are allowed to use grinding machines. Grinder Safety Precautions and Hazards Grinders shall Be equipped with the 'dead man switch'.

Hand & Power Tools Pre-Test

Safety and Health Administration, U.S. Department of Labor. It does not necessarily reflect the views or policies of the U.S. Department of Labor, nor does the mention of trade names, commercial products, or organization imply endorsement by the U.S. Government. Hand & Power Tools Pre-Test 1.

Grinders

Check your grinder for safety before each use. It should be securely and permanently mounted to the bench or floor for stability. Don't "C" clamp portable grinders to a bench. They need to be securely fastened to prevent vibration. The electric supply to the grinder should be properly grounded to prevent shocks.

Abrasive wheel grinder

Oregon OSHA Division 2/Subdivision O 29 CFR 1910.215 . Construction. Oregon OSHA Division 3/Subdivision I 29 CFR 1926.300(b)(7) & 29 CFR 1926.303. Agriculture. Oregon OSHA Division 4/Subdivision O OAR 437-004-2100. ANSI B7.1 . Safety Code for the Use, Care, and Protection of Abrasive Wheels. ANSI B11.9 . Safety Requirements for …