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- Professional Tradesmen
- Industry Safety Programs
- Classroom Instruction
- Do-It-Yourself Users
FOREWORD
Much has been written on the subject of Hand Tools. Most of the
material is devoted to how-to-do-it information and does provide
instruction for professional, amateur or home workshop user. Unfortunately,
some of the material contains information which may lead to hazardous
misuse. Too little has clearly defined the uses for which particular
tools are designed.
This booklet describes various hand tools, including wrenches,
pliers, striking
and struck tools, screwdrivers,
vises, clamps,
snips and tool
boxes. This booklet defines the intended use of these tools,
cautions against misuse and abuse and indicates when a tool should
be repaired or retired from service and replaced with a new one
for the sake of efficiency and safety.
The booklet is divided into twelve sections
for easier reading and reference. Section five provides redressing
instructions for those tools requiring redressing in normal use.
Two cartoon characters, "Hazardous Harry" and "Careful Cal,"
have been created to graphically emphasize the Do's and Don'ts
that apply to hand tool use. Harry will illustrate some of the
possible results of misuse and abuse. Cal will show you the way
a real pro does it. Cultivate Cal's methods...avoid Harry's.
HAND TOOLS INSTITUTE
25 North Broadway
Tarrytown, New York 10591
U.S.A.
Member of
American National Standards Institute
National Safety Council
IMPORTANT
This book is not a substitute for manufacturers' instructions
or warnings. Because tools may differ, always consult manufacturers'
instructions or warnings if provided.
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