Title: (Optional) Demonstrate the safe use of power tools.
Course: Introduction to Animal Systems (8008) > Section: Applying Safety Practices in the Agricultural Lab/Workshop

Demonstration should include the various types of power tools (including pneumatic and electric tools) encountered in agriculture.

Demonstration should emphasize the correct use, the hazards, the precautions, and the maintenance procedures associated with each, in accordance with manufacturer instructions and government regulations. Power tools may include, but are not limited to,

- electric drill
- electric grinder
- finishing sander
- miter saw
- reciprocating saw
- router
- band saw
- circular saw
- saber saw
- table saw
- random orbit disc sander
- drill press.

Process/Skill Questions:

- What is the purpose of a “dead man switch” and/or “kill switch” on power tools? What is the purpose of an emergency stop (e-stop) or emergency power off (EPO) on power tools?
- When should adjustments be made to power tools?
- Why is it important to change saw blades when they begin to dull?
- How are safety procedures similar for each piece of equipment? How are they different?