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511 EM 385-1-1 Chapters 9-15
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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.

Knowledge Check Choose the best answer for the question.

13-3. How often must explosive-actuated tools be inspected, cleaned, and tested as recommended by the manufacturer?

13-5. Inspection Requirements.