Hand Tool Safety and Awareness Training Course Information
The Hand Tool Safety and Awareness course will cover the proper safety measures for both hand tools and power tools to educate workers and create health and safety awareness while working with hand tools.
Duration
Classroom training: 1-2 Hours
Course Topics
Introduction
Two types of tools
Tool selection, inspection, and maintenance
Hazards of hand and power tools
Musculoskeletal disorders
Ergonomic solutions
Safety procedures for hand and power tools
Personal protective equipment
Legislation
Ontario’s Occupational Health and Safety Act requires employers to provide information and instruction to workers to protect their health and safety including health and safety hazards posed by occupational hand tools.
Who Requires this Training
- Joint health and safety committee (JHSC) members
- Health and safety representatives
- Supervisors and workers
Course Benefits
Successful participants of our Hand Tool Safety and Awareness training program will gain essential knowledge to be informed and help prevent injuries caused by hand tool hazards.
