Title: (Optional) Maintain tools.
Course: Agricultural Education - Development (18003-I) > Section: Investigating Agricultural Tools and Machinery

Maintaining tools should include

  - inspecting tools regularly for signs of damage, wear, and corrosion
  - cleaning tools
  - protecting electrical cords
  - lubricating tools, when necessary
  - sharpening dull edges
  - following manufacturer’s maintenance guidelines for all tools
  - alerting the appropriate authority of damaged or broken tools
  - storing tools based on manufacturer’s guidelines
  - keeping the work area organized.

Process/Skill Questions:

  - What are the benefits of storing tools in the appropriate place?
  - What are the benefits of preserving and caring for tools?
  - What is the danger of neglecting tool maintenance?
  - What is the procedure for reporting damaged or broken tools?
  - Why is it important to establish a tool maintenance plan?
  - Why is it important to perform preventative maintenance on power tools?