Hand Tool Safety for Construction

The risks associated with hand and power tools range from minor injuries, including bruises and small cuts, to major injuries, such as electric shock and amputation. Some injuries can even lead to death! For this reason, it's important that you understand the risks associated with hand tools and what you can do to protect yourself from injury. Even if you don't use hand and power tools directly, if you supervise others that use them, you need to understand the risks and precautions associated with them.