Title: Describe safe practices for metal striking and machine tools, adhering to all safety requirements, industry recommended practices, and instructor guidelines.
Course: Agricultural Fabrication and Emerging Technologies (18404) > Section: Performing Cold Metalworking Operations

Description should include

- all safety requirements
- industry recommended practices
- instructor guidelines
- tool-care and tool-fitting procedures.

Process/Skill Questions:

- How is the proper angle to sharpen a specific tool determined?
- What parts of the body need to be protected when using striking tools?
- What safety equipment is needed when using striking tools?
- What is the potential result of using a dull tool? Will striking or machining fix the problem? Why, or why not?
- What are common injuries sustained while metal striking and/or using machine tools? How can they be avoided?
- What causes a mushroomed top on a chisel?