15 Hand and Power Tools; Machine Guarding
29 CFR 1926 Subpart I
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Use only tools you are trained, qualified, and authorized to use; use the right tool for the job
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Inspect before use; damaged, mushroomed, split, or defective tools are tagged out of service
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Guards stay in place and functional; no guard is removed without supervisor permission and proper procedures; keep all mechanical safeguards in position during operation
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Powder-actuated tools only by trained/certified operators
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Compressed air is never used for cleaning clothing, cooling off, or horseplay; cleaning use limited to less than 30 psi with chip guarding and PPE
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Saws: use blade guards, push sticks, and hearing/eye protection; abrasive wheels ring-tested and properly mounted
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Company tools and equipment are not used for personal purposes