Inspection should include
- identifying components of machinery (e.g., guards, blades, moving parts, start/stop switches)
- identifying standard safety procedures (i.e., lab practices and manufacturer recommendations)
- observing the safe operation of each piece of machinery in the lab
- identifying defects in hand tools.
Process/Skill Questions:
- What power tools are used in masonry?
- What are the proper actions to take before using a power circular saw?
- Why should a power tool always be grounded?