13-4. Roles and Responsibilities.
Not Applicable
13-5. Inspection Requirements.
General Hand and Power Tools
- Inspect and test tools before use as per the manufacturer’s instructions to ensure safety and proper operation.
- Ensure tools are in good repair with all safety devices installed and correctly adjusted.
- Remove from service any tools with defects that could affect their strength or safety.
Explosive-Actuated Tools
- Perform daily inspection, cleaning, and testing as recommended by the manufacturer.
- Before loading, test explosive-actuated tools daily to verify the proper functioning of safety devices.
- Every 1,000 fastenings, inspect, thoroughly clean, and test each explosive-actuated tool.
13-6. Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA) Requirements.
Develop AHAs according to paragraphs 1-6 or 2-6, as applicable. When using power tools that require guarding, identify the type of guarding and the inspection requirements on the AHA.
13-7. Minimum Plan Requirements.
Not Applicable.
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13-3. How often must explosive-actuated tools be inspected, cleaned, and tested as recommended by the manufacturer?
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