Activity 1 – 24350 (v2) Identify, select, maintain, and use portable power tools for BCATS projects

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Describe a range of safe working procedures that are appropriate to setting up a safe working environment:

What are the possible consequences of failing to disconnect a power tool from the power source before making adjustments to it?

Describe the advantages and disadvantages of each of the power sources:

AC mains powered tools

Advantages:

Disadvantages:

Cordless power tools

Advantages:

Disadvantages:

Pneumatic tools

Advantages:

Disadvantages:

Why should you never carry a power tool by the lead or unplug it by pulling on the lead?

What hazards are associated with laying extension leads directly on the ground?

The outer casing of an extension lead is damaged. What could this indicate?

What should you do if you find a kink in the lead?

How should leads be wound up and stored?

What is likely to happen if you roll your leads up in a tight knot or ball?

In the space provided sketch the set up required to safely operate a power tool in an outdoor environment over damp ground:

What could happen if you cut through a live extension lead?

What are the hazards associated with using a power tool with a blunt cutter?

What does smoke coming from a power tool, or one that smells of burning, indicate and what should be done to remedy the situation?

What are the effects of having clogged or blocked air vents on the machine?