Course Overview

This course is designed for employees in all disciplines as well as for the multi-craft training needs of process and manufacturing facilities. Upon completion of this lesson, participants will be able to improve their on-the-job performance through the proper use hand tools.

Course Objectives

• Describe three types of vises and explain when each type should be used.
• Identify the basic components of a machinist’s vise.
• Explain how to use a c-clamp to hold an object.
• Explain how to choose the right size c-clamp needed for a job.
• Describe four types of pliers and explain how they are used.
• List four thing that should be done before using any tool.
• Describe three types of vises and explain when each type should be used.
• Identify the basic components of a machinist’s vise.
• Explain how to use a c-clamp to hold an object.
• Explain how to choose the right size c-clamp needed for a job.
• Describe four types of pliers and explain how they are used.
• List four thing that should be done before using any tool.
• Identify three types of screwdrivers.
• Explain when each of the above three screwdrivers should be used.
• Describe the damage that may be caused to a screw if the wrong size is used.
• Demonstrate the proper technique for inserting and removing a screw.
• Describe three basic types of nonadjustable wrenches and identify when each should be used.
• Identify the components of a socket wrench set.
• Assemble a socket wrench and use it to remove a bolt.
• Identify and describe how three types of torque wrenches are used.
• Assemble and use a deflecting beam torque wrench
• Identify and describe three types of adjustable wrenches.
• Describe five types of hammers and the differences between hammers, mallets, and sledges.
• Explain what parts of a hammer should be inspected.
• Discuss in what situation the hammers in this lesson should be used.
• Discuss general guidelines for using a hammer correctly.

Included Modules

1. Clamps, Vises, and Pliers: This is the first lesson in the Hand Tools Course. This lesson introduces and demonstrates the proper use of tools used for holding.
2. Screwdrivers: This is the second lesson in the Hand Tools Course. This lesson introduces and demonstrates the proper use of screwdrivers.
3. Wrenches: This is the third lesson in the Hand Tools Course. This lesson introduces and demonstrates the proper use of wrenches.
4. Hammers, Mallets, and Sledges: This is the final lesson in the Hand Tools Course. This lesson introduces and demonstrates the proper use of tools used for striking.

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